I think technically I've graduated from the C25k plan - yippee! I kinda gave up on it a few weeks ago when I found it a little too frustrating (see other posts). I also still can't manage a 5k, BUT my 3ks are getting better and more comfortable which is making me very happy.
I'm not running as much now, but I'm still squeezing in 3/4 workouts per week. It's actually easier now I'm back at work because at least I don't run the risk of being out of the area, just stupidly busy. I've also joined a gym close to home, only for the month though as I found a really good Groupon deal (£15 for 10 sessions). After that I'll be using the gym at work, so I have no excuse for not going! I'm really looking forward to it actually, it'll hopefully be way more convenient and at £15pm it's the cheapest I've managed to find. I'm also very materialistic and I do enjoy having a TV to watch while sweating it out!
I admit though, I have been getting bored of running. Well, perhaps maybe bored of the hard work? I'm not so sure, but it certainly has been frustrating trying and failing at running those damn 5ks. A real turning point was reducing my runs to 3k, as I've said I'm much more comfortable and it is a nicer feeling actually finishing a run and not stopping to walk. I plan to gradually increase the distance over time. Fingers crossed I'll be doing the GNR next year!
I've been supplementing running with cycling & swimming, which is really enjoyable. I've always loved swimming and I usually do just over 1km every session. The cycling varies, but I always do a 30 minute workout with intervals. My worst habit at the minute is not increasing the difficulty, so that's something I'm going to need to work on. I was pleasantly surprised today though when I experienced very little pain in my legs during the run. I normally struggle with my calves and ankles, but I seem to be aching less. Hopefully that's a combination of the many months of training, and the cycling & swimming.
Overall, still feeling really happy. This has become a habit now, a bit like brushing your teeth. Sometimes I can't be bothered, but I feel I HAVE to workout. I've noticed little changes in my figure and moods too, I'm still a walking zombie half the time, but I'm more 'human' than I was a few months ago! My love handles seem to be reducing and generally I feel much more content with my body. Some toning wouldn't go a-miss but something to work on eventually!
