tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post5352987636872169022..comments2024-03-28T14:42:42.958-04:00Comments on Runs for Cookies: How to Become a Runner (and Get Faster)Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-20331517458930238892016-07-28T22:36:34.515-04:002016-07-28T22:36:34.515-04:00Katie, thank you so much for making the beginner b...Katie, thank you so much for making the beginner become a runner plan. I have been following it for a few weeks now. Tomorrow is my 3 minutes of running day. I'm so nervous but so excited to see what I can do. I run/walk on a treadmill so I can keep my pace steady and not have to deal with the heat. I have 80ish pounds to lose and I'm hoping I can stick with your plan and run the full 30 Brokenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17104584176721571677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-32600456998993093762016-07-10T21:17:36.004-04:002016-07-10T21:17:36.004-04:00You don't have to--the 5-minute walk at the be...You don't have to--the 5-minute walk at the beginning will work for a warm-up. And the running is at such a slow, easy pace that it's really not necessary to do a warm-up/cool down on top of that. Hope it goes well! :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-41030059948790849772016-07-10T21:15:13.225-04:002016-07-10T21:15:13.225-04:00I wrote about weather on this post: http://www.run...I wrote about weather on this post: http://www.runsforcookies.com/2013/09/50-running-tips.html<br /><br />Hopefully that helps! :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-52079579992489204372016-07-10T12:24:44.819-04:002016-07-10T12:24:44.819-04:00Thank you so much for this post! I have been foll...Thank you so much for this post! I have been following your blog for quite awhile and appreciate your candor. <br /><br />I too have never been able to finish the Couch to 5K plan and plan on starting your plan today. I do have one question, should I include a 5 minute warm up and 5 minute cool down?<br /><br />JenJen Burchillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00516672743310916009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-81786976015218756112016-07-09T23:53:02.079-04:002016-07-09T23:53:02.079-04:00What about weather? I poop out if it is too hot, t...What about weather? I poop out if it is too hot, too humid, raining, too cold or whatever. Can you speak what goes through a runners mind about weather and running? I see runners in the rain and snow often and think "wow! What dedication!"Shaper of Little Soulshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02745921939543066256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-3409353117907496992016-07-08T17:45:22.479-04:002016-07-08T17:45:22.479-04:00The location you described sounds like it could po...The location you described sounds like it could possibly be "runner's knee"--which is a pretty common injury for runner's. It requires time off to heal, unfortunately. I dealt with it in 2012. I would suggest seeing a physical therapist that will do a gait analysis on you--they will have you run on a treadmill while they film you from different angles (probably with circular Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-87590454924766686722016-07-08T14:35:13.157-04:002016-07-08T14:35:13.157-04:00I was doing such a great job of running about 30-3...I was doing such a great job of running about 30-35 miles a month - 3-4 miles at a time. I'm 39 and have a healthy BMI but am top heavy with a less than strong core. As of May 20th my knee started hurting on the top/front and I haven't run since. I am so bummed. I have made a doctor appointment because the knee pain has continued despite not running for several weeks. I know you'Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05166702301312755037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-43315190285669559212016-07-07T19:45:32.729-04:002016-07-07T19:45:32.729-04:00Thank you Katie! It means a lot to me that you res...Thank you Katie! It means a lot to me that you respond so quickly. I've been reading your posts for years. I can't tell you how many products/books/ideas I've gotten from you. Garmin Forerunner, Brain Over Binge, "Just Get It Over With", pumpkin whip....just to name a few. :) Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06629258820651742492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-65940896544142987692016-07-07T13:35:11.173-04:002016-07-07T13:35:11.173-04:00This is perfect and exactly what i need! I'm ...This is perfect and exactly what i need! I'm excited to try this since i have always struggled up to a certain point and couldn't get past it. I've read your posts in the past about starting to run but having the plan written out is very motivating. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this!Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04485372539377695045noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-25997741923021081672016-07-07T06:31:58.641-04:002016-07-07T06:31:58.641-04:00Walking uphill can be a great way to cross train, ...Walking uphill can be a great way to cross train, if your heart rate is in the aerobic zone! I wouldn't run less than three days per week, though. Running and walking use different muscles, so you want to make sure you're strengthening the running muscles to prep you for the race. But otherwise, I'd say go for it! :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05534758066038264937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-26672631021165261142016-07-07T00:44:20.328-04:002016-07-07T00:44:20.328-04:00Hi Katie! Thank you so much for your answer. One m...Hi Katie! Thank you so much for your answer. One more question- I noticed there is are quite a few easy run days (30-40 minutes 3 days per week, then a long run at easy pace). Is it okay to substitute walking uphill on one of those days? I walk 2.6 miles to work in the morning and 2.6 miles back (the way back is uphill), usually twice per week. I'm wondering if I should skip my walking to Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06629258820651742492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-48806247877763316552016-07-06T06:30:30.973-04:002016-07-06T06:30:30.973-04:00Hey there! I would definitely walk between sprints...Hey there! I would definitely walk between sprints. I always walk at a snail's pace between sprints. You don't want to totally recover (you'll feel like you want another minute), but that's what makes them effective :) If you're unable to complete the workout, then I would slow your pace a little on the sprints so that you can complete all of them. Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-20400331991828628762016-07-06T00:53:49.733-04:002016-07-06T00:53:49.733-04:00Hi Katie!
I signed up for my first half-marathon ...Hi Katie!<br /><br />I signed up for my first half-marathon and I'm following your training plan. I just started the first workout today. I have a question- can I walk to catch my breath between sprints? Or should I slow my sprints down so I can jog at an easy pace in between? I'm super slow. My sprints were 8:08 and my walking was 17:03. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06629258820651742492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-73705879711877132202016-07-05T20:02:06.252-04:002016-07-05T20:02:06.252-04:00I would have your husband ask his doctor what perc...I would have your husband ask his doctor what percentage of his maximum heart rate he should be exercising at. It varies considerably per person, but his doctor can give him an idea of what's best for him.Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-4210450020334726472016-07-05T19:59:54.984-04:002016-07-05T19:59:54.984-04:00That's awesome! Please let me know how it goes...That's awesome! Please let me know how it goes for you as you progress :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-25880489840465248342016-07-05T19:58:41.749-04:002016-07-05T19:58:41.749-04:00I think it's probably different for everyone, ...I think it's probably different for everyone, but I've been successful using the treadmill for training. When I was training to PR my half-marathon in 2013, I did probably 50% of my runs on the treadmill, and I PR'ed by over 10 minutes! One of the bonuses of using a treadmill is that you can work on your leg turnover easier than you can outside--set the treadmill at a super fast pace Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-44352308975077536092016-07-05T19:55:31.844-04:002016-07-05T19:55:31.844-04:00Thank you so much for doing this! I've been co...Thank you so much for doing this! I've been consistently walking for 30 minutes for awhile, and have really wanted to start running, but have failed every attempt at Couch to 5k. Tonight I did week one of your plan, and I'm really excited about it! I printed your plan, and bought stickers to put on each completed day. :) I'm all about stickers!!Aforeverbalancingacthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05531078520695286878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-46123644425301136352016-07-05T19:44:49.999-04:002016-07-05T19:44:49.999-04:00I honestly don't know... I really enjoy the sh...I honestly don't know... I really enjoy the shorter distances (10K is my favorite!). I am 99% sure I'll never do another full marathon, but I'm thinking I'll probably get the urge to run a half again one day. I will say that I really enjoyed training for Chicago, though--the Hansons Marathon Method was great! Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-80595309339386658172016-07-05T19:06:45.431-04:002016-07-05T19:06:45.431-04:00What are your thoughts on treadmill vs outdoor run...What are your thoughts on treadmill vs outdoor running? And do you have any suggestions on transitioning from one to the other?Stacy "Sass" Crismanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13422453695699025813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-11453754091199544172016-07-05T15:25:49.654-04:002016-07-05T15:25:49.654-04:00Do you think you'll do another half or full ma...Do you think you'll do another half or full marathon one day? I loved all your posts about your marathon training for Chicago!KVhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08784546731156607219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-25561301072668842712016-07-05T10:30:25.422-04:002016-07-05T10:30:25.422-04:00I could've totally used this when I first star...I could've totally used this when I first starting running! It was really tough for me in the beginning, as I really put so much pressure on myself to actually run -- and felt down if I had to walk. This, of course, meant I would end up giving up and feeling down about my abilities.<br /><br /><br />I'm going to recommend this program to friends that are just starting out!<br /><br />DoPointFiveKoreanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16996926972036922990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-31928570750173474212016-07-05T10:29:30.764-04:002016-07-05T10:29:30.764-04:00Thank you so much for this! I have about 70 - 80 p...Thank you so much for this! I have about 70 - 80 pounds to lose, and the only way I have been able to lose weight in the past is to run. I need accountability, and this helps me understand the big picture in terms of running. Thank you for taking the time to do this! I am going to start today. (Wish me luck - I'll let you know how it goes!) :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-20645876485869084942016-07-04T22:01:59.024-04:002016-07-04T22:01:59.024-04:00I think this is a great plan for someone starting ...I think this is a great plan for someone starting out. Yes, absolutely GO SLOWER than you think you ought to. That is so important. I'm working on getting back to a routine and committing to run just one mile every single day for the next 30 – I figure if I can just get into the habit again with small chunks, I'll be good to go for longer distances again. Thanks for your continued awesomeAmy G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/11811216920141401233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-3063140553996197212016-07-04T21:33:13.500-04:002016-07-04T21:33:13.500-04:00Great post-- thank you for sharing!Great post-- thank you for sharing!Brennahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17130755946390329285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-76606353050625353822016-07-04T21:20:24.894-04:002016-07-04T21:20:24.894-04:00Great post! I am going to review your plan with my...Great post! I am going to review your plan with my physical therapist once I am cleared to start jogging again. ACL repair surgery has taken me back to square one! Monicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04666355190488941199noreply@blogger.com