I started C25K this week (I jumped to week 3 b/c the earlier weeks felt too easy and I didn't technically start "from the couch"). I took everyone's recommendations and got fitted for running shoes this weekend. I've been looking into various 5Ks in my area (and beyond b/c there isn't much in my area) and picked one on April 15th!
I won't be quite done with C25K, but last year's finishing times went into the 55min range, which I can do even if I walk the whole thing, so I figure I'm good.
I'm a social worker and it's a benefit for foster kids aging out...and I couldn't resist the offer of a free cupcake at the end!
I can't believe I actually signed up - it's actually real now.
Re: Signed up for my 1st 5k!
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congrats! you'll do great! on race day, the adrenaline is pumping so high, i'm sure you'll have no problem.
fwiw, i did my first 5k about 3 weeks before finishing c25k, and was able to run the whole thing.
Emerald Nuts Midnight Run (4m) 1/1/12
Coogan's Salsa, Blues, and Shamrocks Run (5k) 3/4/12
Colon Cancer Challenge (15k) 4/1/12
Purple Stride NYC (5k) 4/21/12
Run to Combat Autism (5k) 4/29/12
RnR Philadelphia (Half Marathon) 9/16/12