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From Couch to 10K in one month!

September 5, 2013 By katbiggie 20 Comments

Yes, you read that right. Couch to 10K in one month. I’m not a fitness blogger. I’m not even that fit. But I did just run a 10K last weekend, after training for less than a month. I ran the whole thing and I did not finish dead last, so I guess that now qualifies me as an expert! 🙂

couch to 10K in one month

You may have read my earlier post, Couch to 5K in one day. Things you have to know. I was not completely sedentary (although truth be told, I wasn’t exercising more than once, maybe twice a week) and two, I ran a full marathon almost ten years ago, so I do KNOW that I can complete the distance.

Couch to 5K

Me running my 5K about a month ago

But honestly, it’s not skill level, running ability, or physical fitness level that got me here.

It is pure will to do it.

Will to be more active.

The will to be healthier.

The will to lose weight in the hopes of helping my body.

I suffer from Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis. For the past two months I have been in a very long and painful flare up. Thankfully I go back to my doctor next week, because I think it’s time for new medicine. My hands and feet are swollen and in constant discomfort. My left knee hurts and has fluid all around it again. My whole body is slow and stiff.

Don’t you dare feel sorry for me. I have not done all that I could be doing in terms of diet, exercise, and rest to let my body heal. I’ve stressed myself out beyond belief writing a book. (Hey did you hear I, along with an amazing group of women, have a book coming out in October? Sunshine After the Storm: A Survival Guide for the Grieving Mother.)

So there is much that I can do to improve my situation. For me, running is a start. It is also something that my husband and I can do together, since he also loves to run. We ran the 5K and 10K together, and I am so thankful that it is something for us to share.

So how do you do it? That’s why you came, right?

How to go from Couch to 10K in one month

For me, it is 100% mental. It doesn’t matter to me if I’m fast. It doesn’t matter if I am the last to finish. I just want to finish.

Without walking.

I run a very slow pace. I have actually improved to about an 11 minute mile. (My 10K – which is just over six miles – took me 1:12.) But I just keep running.

I use very small goals. If I have to, I just run from mailbox to mailbox, but I keep on going.

I do not look at a watch. (Don’t even wear one anymore while running!) I don’t want to know how much time has passed or how much I think I have left. I just need to reach the end.

I invested in good shoes.

JOIN A RUNNING GROUP. Peer pressure, peer support, people counting on you… all of those things are amazingly supportive.

Sign up for a race. You need a goal.

And if a goal is not good enough for you, pretend a rabid dog is chasing after you!!!

Stop making excuses and just go for it. You have nothing to lose. So what if you walk a little?

If a beat up body like mine can go out and tackle six miles, anyone can.

Since I’ve started running, I feel less stress, more energetic, and I sleep better.

What is holding you back?

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Alexa B, who blogs as "Kat Biggie" is a wife, mother, and writer. She has three children and one in heaven. She recently self published a book entitled "Sunshine After the Storm: A Survival Guide for the Grieving Mother" which is available on Amazon. She blogs about life after the loss of one of her twin daughters to TTTS, motherhood, all things parenting, advocacy, grief support and social good.

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Comments

  1. Janine Huldie says

    September 5, 2013 at 9:33 am

    I love how you said not to feel sorry for you. I am in awe of your spirit here though and will say that I know you can so do it. You got this one!! And also so proud of you on the book and can’t wait to for it to come out now!! 🙂
    Janine Huldie recently posted…Forgive Me For I Have Sinned & Haven’t Read A Book In MonthsMy Profile

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    • katbiggie says

      September 5, 2013 at 3:53 pm

      I can always count on you to be my solid rock of support! Thanks for your encouragement Janine. Now go read!!! LOL.

      Reply
  2. The Dose of Reality says

    September 5, 2013 at 9:36 am

    I am SO IMPRESSED with you! You totally rock, and I am going to take a lesson from your playbook and actually think about attempting Couch 2 5K again.-Ashley
    The Dose of Reality recently posted…Social Media Is Forever, KidsMy Profile

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    • katbiggie says

      September 5, 2013 at 3:52 pm

      You’re such a good cheerleader! That motivates me just to read it! And I was considering caving on my run today! I’m gonna do it!

      Reply
  3. another jennifer says

    September 5, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    You rock, Alexa. Makes me want to get out and run!

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  4. another jennifer says

    September 5, 2013 at 12:17 pm

    You rock, Alexa. Makes me want to go out and run!
    another jennifer recently posted…Built Futures in Madagascar Thanks to Wateraid AmericaMy Profile

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    • katbiggie says

      September 5, 2013 at 3:47 pm

      You must REALLY think I rock since you posted that comment twice!

      Reply
      • another jennifer says

        September 8, 2013 at 9:41 am

        Ha! I was having trouble getting the comment to go through. Apparently WP decided to just publish it twice. Weird. You still rock though. 🙂
        another jennifer recently posted…Philanthropy Friday: Better to Give Through UncommonGoodsMy Profile

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  5. Ilene says

    September 5, 2013 at 8:37 pm

    Your best piece of advice? Just keep running. And no matter the pace, slow and steady will get you to the finish. I am so proud of you – and I love that photo!

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    • katbiggie says

      September 5, 2013 at 11:36 pm

      Thank you Ilene. I sure do miss you! I hope you’re having a wonderful, rejuvenating, amazing transition to your new life. I am proud of you too!

      Reply
  6. Tamara says

    September 5, 2013 at 10:07 pm

    100% mental – you sure make me believe in bigger things. Awesome job! I can’t wait to read the book too.
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  7. Dana says

    September 6, 2013 at 10:39 am

    I often tell me kids to suck it up and just do it – whatever it is that they are complaining about doing. It’s not meant to be mean; it’s meant to get them out of their head and stop thinking about how they can’t do it. Good for you for just doing it! And I heard about the book from another blogger friend – congratulations! It’s going to be fabulous, I know.
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  8. Christine at More Than Mommies says

    September 8, 2013 at 3:02 pm

    Congrats to you, Alexa! You should be so proud of yourself! Thanks for encouraging me to get off my tush!
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  9. Angela says

    September 13, 2013 at 1:24 pm

    Congratulations to you! That’s quite an accomplishment! I am not a runner. Way too many things jiggle and bounce when I run. So if you see me running, you should do the same thing because there is clearly a monster chasing me, or an axe murderer! Thanks for joining #LOBS!
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    • katbiggie says

      September 14, 2013 at 5:27 am

      I used to think the same thing, but it’s not so bad. Once you get into a rhythm, it actually feels good. Actually, it sucks pretty much the whole run, but once Iam done, I feel awesome! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Kristen Daukas says

    September 14, 2013 at 12:18 am

    I <3 you!!! I've been mulling doing this for the past 2 months but the most I've done is downloaded the app. I NEED to do this. My body totally flipped a switch this year (must be the double 4's) and I have weight sticking around longer than it's supposed to. So glad this was your LOBS share!
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    • katbiggie says

      September 14, 2013 at 5:26 am

      You can TOTALLY do it Kristen! I’m telling you, with running, it is LARGELY mind over matter. You just have to get out there and do it. and I know I would not be able to do it without having a group to hold me accountable.

      Reply
  11. Jennifer @ The Jenny Evolution says

    September 15, 2013 at 1:05 pm

    I wanted to invite you to the Friday Flash Blog Party, the best linky in town! I hope you’ll join us and link up. Who knows. You may just get highlighted!

    The party goes on ALL weekend.

    Jennifer @ The Jenny Evolution
    http://www.thejennyevolution.com

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