One tiny note that I have, that font that was used for the run interval times is a little difficult to read lol!! I couldn’t tell the difference between the 3 and the 5, but maybe I just need new glasses 😅😂
Sierra, thank you so much for this!! As a plus size girly, I thought running was not for me. But when you started C25K, it really motivated me to try. And guess what? I just ran my first 5k today, the same day you published this video!! Thank you again so much, and congratulation for your run!
Thanks for saying how you “felt bad after” one time! As a crossfitter and Olympic weightlifter I have had those rare workouts where I don’t feel endorphins or joyful After! lol! It’s so weird but so important to acknowledge!! You are also such a wonderful inspiration!!!
I liked that too!! I also do CrossFit and oly, and every training session definitely does not feel amazing. But those tough training sessions are where the habit gets built!!
Good on you friend! Running for 47 minutes is a bloody big achievement regardless of the distance covered. That is massive mental and physical strength unlocked! You should find a local parkrun and get along to that to keep yourself motivated and find other people who can become running buddies. Running is the best and such an inclusive sport. You're a rockstar! ❤
I am so proud of you! Thank you for sharing a realistic and safe approach to starting a running journey. So often we see those online jump from nothing to running a half marathon without proper training/injury prevention which is so dangerous for others to emulate. I really appreciate you sharing the importance of building up to longer intervals safely!!!
These workout challenge videos of yours are definitely by far my favorite! It's just so motivating! Whenever I feel like I'm stuck, I usually watch your peleton video, so I'm glad to now have a new video to throw into the mix. It's just so refreshing to watch someone doing this whilst being kind to their body, yet you also make it look doable. I'd love many more of these videos!
I started couch to 5k because of you and it has been game changing to my mental and physical health. Thank you for inspiring!!! So excited for my 5k in February!
Wow, Sierra, you absolutely smashed it! 🎉 Watching your journey and seeing my little app, Watch to 5K, be part of your training is an incredible feeling. Your video truly captures the highs and challenges of training for a 5K, and I’m thrilled the app helped you along the way! Huge congratulations on nailing your first 5K-wishing you all the best as you keep crushing those running goals! 🏆🏃♀
I’ve been waiting for this video!! Mostly so I could leave a long thank you comment. I’ve always hated running and I really got into working out this year, but never running. You inspired me to go on this journey with you, and I wanted to thank you. I’ve never felt so in tune with my body before I started this. My boyfriend is an avid runner, but he had never ran a proper race before so he joined me on the race. We chose a race that landed on our two year anniversary, and it was so much fun for both of us. I was immediately emotional at the start of the race because I was so damn proud of myself. We did it!!
This is SUCH a beautiful way to approach movement. I recently started running again and was struggling to overcome the comparison of what I once accomplished to what I am capable of now. I loved your perspective. A celebration of what can be achieved and how it can aid our mental and physical well being. So proud of you ❤❤❤❤❤
I’m due with my first baby at the end of this year. This makes me hopeful about getting back into an exercise routine postpartum (with drs approval)! Also, shoutout to Jess for starting the program, even if she wasn’t able to finish it. She tried something new and that’s still worth celebrating
Couch to 5k is such great program! I consider myself a runner - typically running 4 to 5 days a week. But there have been many times when life was busy and I needed to ease back in and this program was SO great. It’s so incredible that you did this!
Thank you so much for making the distinction that this workout was about goals and not about how your body looked. That is something I get hung up on a lot and that message is so helpful!
5 moments in I’m thinking: maybe I could do this! You’re so good at motivating others to just try things! You should be so proud of yourself! Loved it!! 🏃🏾🏃🏼♀️🏃🏻♂️
When I was in highschool, I used to have to run 5k every week. Now my stamina is non-existent as I don't exercise as regular as I should. I'm so proud of you, Sierra. You've motivated me to start exercising more and not be a couch potato. Thanks so much! 😊
This makes me so happy!!! I also did the couch to 5k and it was life changing. I went from feeling as though I'd never be able to run for more than one minute straight to now, when I've completed 3 races including a half marathon! I'm working now towards my first full marathon, with last Sunday taking the form of a 9km run which felt alarmingly EASY. It's crazy how much you can build and how far you can get when you get in the right head space.
This gave me joy in my heart. I’m also running post C-section, and while I was a somewhat regular runner before, it took a lot of learning to get back and accept the new body. I’m about to run my longest race ever in one month so thank you for adding a pep in my step! I strongly recommend joining a running club: you make friends and runs are more enjoyable chatting away. It’s been a tough week so thank you for bringing a bit of hope and light.
Great job!!! I did a couch25k plan 3 years ago after I had my daughter. I loved it so much I just kept running and I ran my first marathon this year🎉 A very slow marathon haha but I finished and I’m so happy I had that experience! The running community is so great and encouraging no matter what level you are at and that’s what I love the most about it ❤️
I’m running a 5k too. Today is W1 run 3. Thank you for video. I’m sorry that you had a bad run on a week 4 but it motivates me knowing that I can have a bad running day and still keep going.
Feeling inspired by this 🥹 currently deep in marathon training and at the point where I know longer like running. So seeing you be so proud of yourself and kill this is inspiring! We are so lucky to be able to move our bodies and run! Great job!
Oh my gosh, congratulations! I started a very similar journey in March of this year, and then after running a 5K I decided to tackle a half marathon. You're absolutely doing great work, especially not focusing on speed but how your body feels and the run time/distance you make. You can do anything you set your mind to, and I hope you keep running.
I started the program with you and Lovvved it! I am certainly not a runner. The endorphins you get from running are out of this world and I am someone who regularly exercises otherwise.
You did great!!! I really don't like running on treadmills, it's probably been a few years since I've been on one. It's always way easier outside because the scenery changes and you can just really be alone with your thoughts. I'm glad you're enjoying the outside runs!
Congratulations! 🎉 Amazing job staying so consistent. When you posted your video announcing you'd be starting the program on August 1st you inspired me to start, too. I've tried Couch25k multiple times over the past 10 years and never finished. I'd usually quit around week 4. You motivated me to try again. I finished the program and ran my first 5k this past weekend! I still can't run 5k straight at this point and I'm slow, but I'm proud of starting and seeing it through. Thanks for being an inspiration!
You really gave me the motivation to start the couch to 5K too. I’ve been following along in the instagram group, and I’ve got my week 6 run 3 tomorrow. Thank you for pushing us!!
I was so excited for this video - so so fun to watch and follow along with your progress! How cool! One note is just that it was hard to read the timestamps in the corners, and for someone with low vision it would have been nice to have a bit of narration during the runs just so people know what’s happening in the clip for accessibility purposes. But overall just such a fun video!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!🎉 I know I don’t know you, but I feel so proud of you for all you’ve overcome and accomplished! It wasn’t easy, but your sticking with it really is inspirational. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!🙂
So glad I watched this video! After a rough break up I impulsively signed up for a 5k run/walk, and because it took away the pressure of needing to run the whole time, it was the first time I ever enjoyed running in my life (I’m sure it being a pride event on a nice trail helped too ofc). Now 5 months later I’ve done another 5k run/walk, and I have a month to go before I run a 10k. I’ve been trailing off on training and losing motivation to keep going, and this really helped me reset and reminded me of all the reasons I enjoy this now. Thanks so much for posting!!
Long time watcher/never commenter. I've loved watching this journey for you! I started my running journey almost 3 years ago now, and just completed my first marathon a few weeks ago. There are definitely ups and downs on the journey, but I've loved seeing you take on new/longer distances and goals!!
You're amazing ❤. Congratulations. I recently went on my first ever 2,5km run event. But not for me but for my grandma who at 70 decided she wanted to run it. And I wanted to support her in this. So even though we mostly walked it, I was very proud of her and happy we got to experience it together. The training for it also taught me that I don't actually hate running. I just always hated running in school in pe classes because everyone was judging the performance. But when I ran for fun it actually was fun 😂
Amazing work! I loved this video so much! I used to be a half marathon runner but sustained some severe injuries and I also ran in an unhealthy way that is no longer sustainable for my health. But I’ve been working on healing and being kinder to myself these past 5 years and just achieved my goal of being able to walk a 5k so now I want to start the couch to 5k journey. I have to amp myself up not to overdo like I used to and seeing how you balanced challenging yourself with grace and kindness is such an inspiration. I will do the same. Thank you for your example. ❤
This made me almost cry! So proud and feel so inspired by your being motivated by being connected to your body and to prove to yourself you can do it. And I want ro get back into exercise to show my gratitude to my body for being able to exercise and I live in NYS and the seasonal depression is starting and exercise helps. Well done! Sooooo proud of you!!!❤
I’m so proud of both of you! Jess, it is so important to listen to your body. Good for you for stopping when you needed to! Sierra, your mind set on running to see what your body can do is also my favorite part of distance running! Congrats on finishing your first 5K!
I have never commented on a video before but this one was so inspiring for me. I've tried the couch to 5K before but always give up at the 20 minute week. You have motivated me to try it again! Thank you!!
Powerful stuff. There are so many larger people who are very strong and in great physical shape. I'm working on my hiking stamina and see lots of people bigger than mid-sized me totally passing me up on the trails. I hope running continues to be fun and rewarding for you!!
Before Covid I was able to run a half marathon since Covid I gained 50lbs and can’t run anymore I miss running but it’s hard with the weight gain watching you do this makes me believe I can try again
I watched this while doing my week 5 run 1! Thanks for being my running buddy for this one and helping inspire us postpartum moms to get out there and make our babies proud!!
Congratulations Sierra!!! I don't know why I started tearing up seeing you finish the 5K. My 5K is coming up in 2 weeks and I am still at the 23 minute mark. I hope I can finish it running too 😃
Ahhh I love this! Great job! This video made me feel so nostalgic because it reminded me of how I felt when I did my C25K program. Now I’m running half marathons! I hope you will continue on your running journey. It’s such a fulfilling hobby and joining groups and going to community runs are the best!! And I say that as a slower runner myself. Keep it up!
I feel like what's making this motivational for me is the fact that you aren't focusing on losing weight. I've struggled with being underweight my entire life basically and I'm now at the highest weight I've ever been. Most times when i see people talk about running, they're talking about losing weight and it makes me feel like running isn't something i can do unless i want to lose. I'm slowly working mentally towards working out. I have access to a gym at my job and my roommate also has a gym at his work that I'm allowed to use so trying to get to a point where im comfortable enough to use them.
This is such an amazing and inspiring video!! Could you do a video of like your go to for running? Like shoes? Or tips and tricks that you learned while doing this??
Absolutely loved this. I am a slow runner too, and I loved how you kept going I've not run for ages, cause my confidence isn't high atm, but you know what I think I might tomorrow now :) thankyou lovely lady and best of luck in your running journey ❤🎉
This is how I started, too! And then I just never stopped, despite the struggle it has been at times, especially at the beginning. It’s still surreal that I ran a half marathon last month when in July 2023, I barely made it through the 1 minute intervals. Incredible what is possible when you stay consistent and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes me
So happy to see this video! I shared with you in your DMs on insta (I suggested the broadcast channel!) that a 5k was on my vision board. I felt so inadequate and that inadequacy led me not to try. Untilllll you decided to do the couch 2 5k program! I am happy to report I can now go for 30 minutes NONSTOP and I am sooo proud of what my body can do. I need a lil more training to hit the 3.1 miles, but I think I may go ahead and sign up for a 5k to give myself that last push. THANK YOU SO MUCH for being my running “buddy” throughout the 9 (10) weeks. It really helped to keep me going! 🏃♀️💜
My husband and I both started running because you were doing it! We're halfway in our 5k program and feeling good! The long-term goal is getting to the Disney Marathon ✨️
When I was watching you run at the gym I was thinking wow! She likes running at the gym and she’s doing so well, I hate and super struggle running on a treadmill. Then you followed it up with how you were actually feeling during that run at the gym and I was like yessssss, so real. I appreciate your honesty and I feel inspired to try running again. Thanks for documenting your journey!
I really want to run and train for a 5k and I’m so glad I found your video! I’ve run 13 half marathons and 2 full marathons in my early 20s and had to take a break for 6 years while I fully recovered from an eating disorder. I am looking into easing back into running in a healthy way and my body is so so different and it’s daunting. I feel encouraged after your video!! ❤
So proud of you!! I ran my first 5k in June and it was such a confidence boost to what my body is capable of. I ran another in October with less preparation and had a blast. I never got to the point of running longer than 5 mins, so I just did intervals the whole time. If anyone thinks they can’t run a 5k if they walk most of it, please know you can!!! Most people do.
I started running for the first time at the beginning of this year and just ran my first half marathon last weekend! I definitely learned that so many things can influence your runs! How much sleep you get, what you ate for the meal before your run, the temperature, the humidity, how much sun there is, your personal stress level, etc. my worst run in training was my 6 mile taper 2 weeks before my half. I was bawling my eyes out at mile 2.5 because I really felt like I couldn't do it and I really felt like shit and my goal was way to fast and I wouldn't be able to reach it. When it came for my actual half marathon, I ran it 7 minutes faster than my goal which was crazy! All that to say, yes, some runs suck, but you can definitely do hard things!
Massive well done! Don't worry about times. You'll gradually get faster, but it takes time to get there. I think the most important thing is to enjoy it, which for me means slowing down.
One tiny note that I have, that font that was used for the run interval times is a little difficult to read lol!! I couldn’t tell the difference between the 3 and the 5, but maybe I just need new glasses 😅😂
Nope look like a 3 to me as well lol
Yeah I thought it was week 5 then jumped to week 4 I was so confused
It happened to me too!!
Same for me
Same! I was like "you got a 50 minute interval in the program?"
Had to really focus to make out if it was a 3 or a 5
Sierra, thank you so much for this!! As a plus size girly, I thought running was not for me. But when you started C25K, it really motivated me to try. And guess what? I just ran my first 5k today, the same day you published this video!! Thank you again so much, and congratulation for your run!
Congratulations on your first 5K!!!
@abigail_blair thank you so much!
Congratulations!!!
YAY! I have been waiting for this video! I started the couch to 5k because I heard you talk about and now I'm running my second 5k tomorrow!
So proud of you!! And honored to be part of your journey.
eeeekkkkkk u got this....the hardest part is showing up....SHOW up and ride the energy of the group ❤
I love that you learned the lesson that everyone learns when they start running - the treadmill sucks!
The treadmill does suck. I have done 8 half marathons and a marathon. I can run for miles outside. Indoors on a treadmill? Oh heck no
Thanks for saying how you “felt bad after” one time!
As a crossfitter and Olympic weightlifter I have had those rare workouts where I don’t feel endorphins or joyful After! lol! It’s so weird but so important to acknowledge!! You are also such a wonderful inspiration!!!
I liked that too!! I also do CrossFit and oly, and every training session definitely does not feel amazing. But those tough training sessions are where the habit gets built!!
Good on you friend! Running for 47 minutes is a bloody big achievement regardless of the distance covered. That is massive mental and physical strength unlocked! You should find a local parkrun and get along to that to keep yourself motivated and find other people who can become running buddies. Running is the best and such an inclusive sport. You're a rockstar! ❤
@@phillipaaldridge5048 definitely. parkrun is a massive good mood booster
I am so proud of you! Thank you for sharing a realistic and safe approach to starting a running journey. So often we see those online jump from nothing to running a half marathon without proper training/injury prevention which is so dangerous for others to emulate. I really appreciate you sharing the importance of building up to longer intervals safely!!!
These workout challenge videos of yours are definitely by far my favorite! It's just so motivating! Whenever I feel like I'm stuck, I usually watch your peleton video, so I'm glad to now have a new video to throw into the mix. It's just so refreshing to watch someone doing this whilst being kind to their body, yet you also make it look doable. I'd love many more of these videos!
The font used to track the runs in the corner is a little confusing, the 3 and 5 look exactly the same.
Yes!!! I think I was crazy
Agree! Love the video, but not a fan of the font
Ahhh sorry about that- will use a different font in future videos 😊
It’s not like you’ll be quizzed on it
I kept getting so confused I was like 50 minute run?!!!😂
I started couch to 5k because of you and it has been game changing to my mental and physical health. Thank you for inspiring!!! So excited for my 5k in February!
Wow, Sierra, you absolutely smashed it! 🎉 Watching your journey and seeing my little app, Watch to 5K, be part of your training is an incredible feeling. Your video truly captures the highs and challenges of training for a 5K, and I’m thrilled the app helped you along the way! Huge congratulations on nailing your first 5K-wishing you all the best as you keep crushing those running goals! 🏆🏃♀
I’ve been waiting for this video!! Mostly so I could leave a long thank you comment. I’ve always hated running and I really got into working out this year, but never running. You inspired me to go on this journey with you, and I wanted to thank you. I’ve never felt so in tune with my body before I started this. My boyfriend is an avid runner, but he had never ran a proper race before so he joined me on the race. We chose a race that landed on our two year anniversary, and it was so much fun for both of us. I was immediately emotional at the start of the race because I was so damn proud of myself. We did it!!
This is SUCH a beautiful way to approach movement. I recently started running again and was struggling to overcome the comparison of what I once accomplished to what I am capable of now. I loved your perspective. A celebration of what can be achieved and how it can aid our mental and physical well being. So proud of you ❤❤❤❤❤
I just ran a half marathon while listening to Hamilton. It is THE BEST running music! Way to go! ⭐️
Samesies 😊😊 but mine was a 10km run
You got me crying when I watched the 5k vlog, and here I am again teary eyed at the end. Congratulations, you did amazing
Sameeee
I’m due with my first baby at the end of this year. This makes me hopeful about getting back into an exercise routine postpartum (with drs approval)! Also, shoutout to Jess for starting the program, even if she wasn’t able to finish it. She tried something new and that’s still worth celebrating
Couch to 5k is such great program! I consider myself a runner - typically running 4 to 5 days a week. But there have been many times when life was busy and I needed to ease back in and this program was SO great. It’s so incredible that you did this!
i’m so impressed you can talk and run
Thank you so much for making the distinction that this workout was about goals and not about how your body looked. That is something I get hung up on a lot and that message is so helpful!
This is whats fitness is about showing yourself what your capable of, so proud of you!!!!!
5 moments in I’m thinking: maybe I could do this!
You’re so good at motivating others to just try things! You should be so proud of yourself! Loved it!! 🏃🏾🏃🏼♀️🏃🏻♂️
When I was in highschool, I used to have to run 5k every week. Now my stamina is non-existent as I don't exercise as regular as I should. I'm so proud of you, Sierra. You've motivated me to start exercising more and not be a couch potato. Thanks so much! 😊
Congratulations!!! I teared up watching your vlog about race day. So happy for you!!!! 💕
This makes me so happy!!! I also did the couch to 5k and it was life changing. I went from feeling as though I'd never be able to run for more than one minute straight to now, when I've completed 3 races including a half marathon! I'm working now towards my first full marathon, with last Sunday taking the form of a 9km run which felt alarmingly EASY. It's crazy how much you can build and how far you can get when you get in the right head space.
You motivated me to run a 5k, too!! I run my 1st 5k on Feb 1st!! Thank you for being such a motivation and congratulations!!❤
This gave me joy in my heart. I’m also running post C-section, and while I was a somewhat regular runner before, it took a lot of learning to get back and accept the new body. I’m about to run my longest race ever in one month so thank you for adding a pep in my step!
I strongly recommend joining a running club: you make friends and runs are more enjoyable chatting away. It’s been a tough week so thank you for bringing a bit of hope and light.
Great job!!! I did a couch25k plan 3 years ago after I had my daughter. I loved it so much I just kept running and I ran my first marathon this year🎉 A very slow marathon haha but I finished and I’m so happy I had that experience! The running community is so great and encouraging no matter what level you are at and that’s what I love the most about it ❤️
I’m running a 5k too. Today is W1 run 3. Thank you for video. I’m sorry that you had a bad run on a week 4 but it motivates me knowing that I can have a bad running day and still keep going.
You really achieved two big things, completing the couch to 5k program, and then doing the 5k!!!! You are truly amazing Sierra!!!
I’m just sat here with the biggest smile on my face :) you’re awesome, making me want to get out there and do it too!!! You should be so proud !!!!
Feeling inspired by this 🥹 currently deep in marathon training and at the point where I know longer like running. So seeing you be so proud of yourself and kill this is inspiring! We are so lucky to be able to move our bodies and run! Great job!
Ohhh I’ve been waiting for this one 💗✨ so proud of you!
Oh my gosh, congratulations! I started a very similar journey in March of this year, and then after running a 5K I decided to tackle a half marathon. You're absolutely doing great work, especially not focusing on speed but how your body feels and the run time/distance you make. You can do anything you set your mind to, and I hope you keep running.
This is amazing!!! As a runner girlie I love love love to see people finding all the JOY in running!!!
You gave me motivation! I’m in Canada so running outside is not an option right now! But I’ll get my steps in! I want a better future for myself! ❤
Giiirrrlll! You did it, and you did it holding a camera! Congratulations!
I know I'm just some random person on the internet, but I'M SO PROUD OF YOU!!!!! You are so inspirational and I was routing for you the whole way 🏃♀
I started the program with you and Lovvved it! I am certainly not a runner. The endorphins you get from running are out of this world and I am someone who regularly exercises otherwise.
Because of you I did the C25k program and successfully completed both the program and running a 5k without walking! Thank you :).
You did great!!! I really don't like running on treadmills, it's probably been a few years since I've been on one. It's always way easier outside because the scenery changes and you can just really be alone with your thoughts. I'm glad you're enjoying the outside runs!
Fully agree!!
Congratulations! 🎉 Amazing job staying so consistent. When you posted your video announcing you'd be starting the program on August 1st you inspired me to start, too. I've tried Couch25k multiple times over the past 10 years and never finished. I'd usually quit around week 4. You motivated me to try again. I finished the program and ran my first 5k this past weekend! I still can't run 5k straight at this point and I'm slow, but I'm proud of starting and seeing it through. Thanks for being an inspiration!
So proud of you for keeping up with something over a period of time.
yay Sierra! you went out there and did the thing! videos like this are so important for people who feel like running is not an attainable hobby 💪💪
These are my favorite kind of videos you make! Way to go Sierra!!
You really gave me the motivation to start the couch to 5K too. I’ve been following along in the instagram group, and I’ve got my week 6 run 3 tomorrow. Thank you for pushing us!!
aw this made me cry at the end, how wholesome, congratulations 🤗
I was so excited for this video - so so fun to watch and follow along with your progress! How cool!
One note is just that it was hard to read the timestamps in the corners, and for someone with low vision it would have been nice to have a bit of narration during the runs just so people know what’s happening in the clip for accessibility purposes. But overall just such a fun video!
Watching you guys discover how much you like to run is literally the reason I do the job I do
Wow!!!! This video is awesome- seeing you talk about running has inspired me to get back into exercise ❤ so proud of you sierra you’re incredible!!!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!🎉
I know I don’t know you, but I feel so proud of you for all you’ve overcome and accomplished! It wasn’t easy, but your sticking with it really is inspirational. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!🙂
So glad I watched this video! After a rough break up I impulsively signed up for a 5k run/walk, and because it took away the pressure of needing to run the whole time, it was the first time I ever enjoyed running in my life (I’m sure it being a pride event on a nice trail helped too ofc). Now 5 months later I’ve done another 5k run/walk, and I have a month to go before I run a 10k. I’ve been trailing off on training and losing motivation to keep going, and this really helped me reset and reminded me of all the reasons I enjoy this now. Thanks so much for posting!!
So proud of both of you!! You crushed it! Also, Sierra's eyes REALLY pop in that greenish blue bra and headband set 😍
Long time watcher/never commenter. I've loved watching this journey for you! I started my running journey almost 3 years ago now, and just completed my first marathon a few weeks ago. There are definitely ups and downs on the journey, but I've loved seeing you take on new/longer distances and goals!!
You're amazing ❤. Congratulations. I recently went on my first ever 2,5km run event. But not for me but for my grandma who at 70 decided she wanted to run it. And I wanted to support her in this. So even though we mostly walked it, I was very proud of her and happy we got to experience it together.
The training for it also taught me that I don't actually hate running. I just always hated running in school in pe classes because everyone was judging the performance. But when I ran for fun it actually was fun 😂
Amazing work! I loved this video so much! I used to be a half marathon runner but sustained some severe injuries and I also ran in an unhealthy way that is no longer sustainable for my health. But I’ve been working on healing and being kinder to myself these past 5 years and just achieved my goal of being able to walk a 5k so now I want to start the couch to 5k journey. I have to amp myself up not to overdo like I used to and seeing how you balanced challenging yourself with grace and kindness is such an inspiration. I will do the same. Thank you for your example. ❤
Im about to start couch to 5k after seeing you talk about it on Instagram. I’m excited to see what my body can do. You’re awesome!!
This made me almost cry! So proud and feel so inspired by your being motivated by being connected to your body and to prove to yourself you can do it. And I want ro get back into exercise to show my gratitude to my body for being able to exercise and I live in NYS and the seasonal depression is starting and exercise helps. Well done! Sooooo proud of you!!!❤
I’m so proud of both of you! Jess, it is so important to listen to your body. Good for you for stopping when you needed to! Sierra, your mind set on running to see what your body can do is also my favorite part of distance running! Congrats on finishing your first 5K!
I have never commented on a video before but this one was so inspiring for me. I've tried the couch to 5K before but always give up at the 20 minute week. You have motivated me to try it again! Thank you!!
Sierras skin is so beautiful im in awe
Powerful stuff. There are so many larger people who are very strong and in great physical shape. I'm working on my hiking stamina and see lots of people bigger than mid-sized me totally passing me up on the trails. I hope running continues to be fun and rewarding for you!!
Before Covid I was able to run a half marathon since Covid I gained 50lbs and can’t run anymore I miss running but it’s hard with the weight gain watching you do this makes me believe I can try again
I’m so proud of you. Such an inspiration
I watched this while doing my week 5 run 1! Thanks for being my running buddy for this one and helping inspire us postpartum moms to get out there and make our babies proud!!
Congratulations Sierra!!! I don't know why I started tearing up seeing you finish the 5K. My 5K is coming up in 2 weeks and I am still at the 23 minute mark. I hope I can finish it running too 😃
Ahhh I love this! Great job! This video made me feel so nostalgic because it reminded me of how I felt when I did my C25K program. Now I’m running half marathons! I hope you will continue on your running journey. It’s such a fulfilling hobby and joining groups and going to community runs are the best!! And I say that as a slower runner myself. Keep it up!
Congratulations on your first 5k!! This is SO INSPIRING ❤❤
Thank you so much! 💗
Congrats Sierra 🎉 so proud of you for pushing through 👏
Congratulations Sierra! You put in so much effort and you made it happen 😊❤🎉
I feel like what's making this motivational for me is the fact that you aren't focusing on losing weight. I've struggled with being underweight my entire life basically and I'm now at the highest weight I've ever been. Most times when i see people talk about running, they're talking about losing weight and it makes me feel like running isn't something i can do unless i want to lose. I'm slowly working mentally towards working out. I have access to a gym at my job and my roommate also has a gym at his work that I'm allowed to use so trying to get to a point where im comfortable enough to use them.
Finishing up my own run to this video when your running journey inspired my own is perfect full circle 🎉
So proud of you and anyone who has done this ❤
This is awesome! Congrats on your progress and making it through the whole 5k without stopping! 🎉
You did so well! i think everyone's most dreaded exercise is running, so this is such an accomplishment
Way to go! This was super motivating and encouraging as a mom going through postpartum, too. Thank you for sharing your journey!
So inspiring to see you push and run the whole 5k!! Couldn’t be more proud!❤️
This is such an amazing and inspiring video!! Could you do a video of like your go to for running? Like shoes? Or tips and tricks that you learned while doing this??
Absolutely loved this. I am a slow runner too, and I loved how you kept going I've not run for ages, cause my confidence isn't high atm, but you know what I think I might tomorrow now :) thankyou lovely lady and best of luck in your running journey
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This is how I started, too! And then I just never stopped, despite the struggle it has been at times, especially at the beginning. It’s still surreal that I ran a half marathon last month when in July 2023, I barely made it through the 1 minute intervals. Incredible what is possible when you stay consistent and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes me
"I think I might actually be able to do this..." is the most magical thing we learn from running. Thank you for capturing it, and congratulations!!!
So happy to see this video! I shared with you in your DMs on insta (I suggested the broadcast channel!) that a 5k was on my vision board. I felt so inadequate and that inadequacy led me not to try. Untilllll you decided to do the couch 2 5k program! I am happy to report I can now go for 30 minutes NONSTOP and I am sooo proud of what my body can do. I need a lil more training to hit the 3.1 miles, but I think I may go ahead and sign up for a 5k to give myself that last push.
THANK YOU SO MUCH for being my running “buddy” throughout the 9 (10) weeks. It really helped to keep me going! 🏃♀️💜
Literally so proud of you! You’re such an inspiration ❤
Hope Jess is doing okay ❤❤❤
Watched this while running 🏃🏻♀️ Congrats Sierra! So glad you ended up loving running so much 💕
My husband and I both started running because you were doing it! We're halfway in our 5k program and feeling good! The long-term goal is getting to the Disney Marathon ✨️
When I was watching you run at the gym I was thinking wow! She likes running at the gym and she’s doing so well, I hate and super struggle running on a treadmill. Then you followed it up with how you were actually feeling during that run at the gym and I was like yessssss, so real. I appreciate your honesty and I feel inspired to try running again. Thanks for documenting your journey!
I really want to run and train for a 5k and I’m so glad I found your video!
I’ve run 13 half marathons and 2 full marathons in my early 20s and had to take a break for 6 years while I fully recovered from an eating disorder. I am looking into easing back into running in a healthy way and my body is so so different and it’s daunting. I feel encouraged after your video!! ❤
So proud of you!! I ran my first 5k in June and it was such a confidence boost to what my body is capable of. I ran another in October with less preparation and had a blast. I never got to the point of running longer than 5 mins, so I just did intervals the whole time. If anyone thinks they can’t run a 5k if they walk most of it, please know you can!!! Most people do.
So proud of you! It made me a little emotional at the end to see you so proud 🥹 you did amazing
I started running for the first time at the beginning of this year and just ran my first half marathon last weekend! I definitely learned that so many things can influence your runs! How much sleep you get, what you ate for the meal before your run, the temperature, the humidity, how much sun there is, your personal stress level, etc. my worst run in training was my 6 mile taper 2 weeks before my half. I was bawling my eyes out at mile 2.5 because I really felt like I couldn't do it and I really felt like shit and my goal was way to fast and I wouldn't be able to reach it. When it came for my actual half marathon, I ran it 7 minutes faster than my goal which was crazy!
All that to say, yes, some runs suck, but you can definitely do hard things!
You go girl!!!❤❤❤
I’m so proud of you for setting a goal and doing the darn thing!!❤
I loved this video so much!!!!! I love seeing other people take on challenges in a way that respects and cares for themselves.
So cool that you tried this, can’t wait to hear the story!
Love this! You know you're a real runner when you have a crappy run--we all have them!
I do guided runs at the gym on a fitness app, and this makes it more enjoyable with someone encouraging you/talking to you 😊
Running outside is always 100x easier than the treadmill. & some runs feel good and some don't. You're doing great!!
I am soo proud of you! I know I'm a stranger on the internet but man what am avcomplment. You are such a good role model for all girl and your girls!
Massive well done! Don't worry about times. You'll gradually get faster, but it takes time to get there. I think the most important thing is to enjoy it, which for me means slowing down.
As someone who truly feels they cannot run you’ve convinced me to try! Very inspiring and happy for you! 🏃♀️
Just ran a 5k today after starting the couch to 5k program with you! Thank you for the idea & motivation to make this happen 🤩