Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Workout Wednesday - Couch to 5K

Hello world and happy Workout Wednesday!
 Sorry for posting later than I planned; I was out cutting hay with CH on his family farm but I've been looking forward to entering this story all day. To start my first Workout Wednesday, I would like to introduce the workout I do now. Now, working out is something I enjoy doing, yet it is also very time consuming. Since I work at the library and with my folks at home, I am always looking for a quick workout with proven results.
During March and April I did Insanity, and let me tell you, unless you have the time to spend a whole day recovering from an INSANE workout, Insanity might not be the best choice. However, my schedule was empty, so everyday I worked out for 45 minutes with Shaun T, the fitness coach on the show. Insanity was a great core workout and I especially loved the motivational words Shaun T gave us during each workout. "You can freaking do it." Let's just say that became my motto during the two month program.
 Sadly, I finished the Insanity workout and was looking for another workout.
 Lucky for me, my good friend SG and I had been talking as we worked the front desk at the library. When she told me about the Couch to 5K plan, I was pretty interested. I mean, I can rock that couch workout. I'm pro at sitting all day watching Netflix, but running a 5K? I think it's safe to say I was a little doubtful. I've never run a 5K in my life, so how could I run one in 9 weeks? But after printing off the plan and pulling on my running shoes, I nervously began the workout. I say nervously because I am not a runner. I breathe like I'm dying and sweat pours down my face after the first minute.
Although I'm possibly one of the worst joggers in the world, the program was easier than I thought, plus it only takes 20 minutes total.
Now, after 3 weeks of running, I can already see and feel the improvements on my body. I'm noticing that my legs feel stronger and my endurance is increasing. Although the workout is pretty basic, I love it because it works your legs, lungs and core. After doing 3 weeks of the Couch to 5K program, I deem it the almost perfect workout for the busy person. I say 'almost' because it works several areas of your body at once except for your arms. In addition to the program, I lift weights to keep my arms toned up for tank top season. Even so, I kinda like running now thanks to the simple program:) I will link the official website for the Couch to 5K workout down below. Happy Workout Wednesday!
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http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/




1 comment:

  1. Can't wait to start up again after these shin splints heal!! SG sounds like a pretty awesome gal. ;)

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