Just finished the ZR 5k training series (been a lurker here during the experience). Wanted to share my results because that was the hardest thing to find, especially with so many more seasoned folks here.

Note: I pushed myself to complete 5k distance each training session, even if it took longer than the mission.

1st 5k (8wks ago): 54:36

Final 5k: 44:01

I went from struggling to jog for more than 30 seconds to jogging for about 7-8min without stopping (albeit slow). When I do start walking, it's no longer due to breathing but due to my legs getting heavy and tired. Also, I lost ~12lbs.

If applicable to anyone considering: I'm in a bigger body ~220lbs. This was very doable and it really helps you build up readiness while being super entertaining. The medical supply run was probably my favorite!

I signed up for the subscription and plan to keep up the progress. I'm also gearing up for my first official 5k in mid-November. Fingers crossed that I get close to or just under 40min!

Downside of program? Had a zombie on my tail while someone passed me jogging...I may have screamed, thinking it was the real deal! But don't let that stop you!

They really went through it those few episodes 😭

Working on my faces so im shooting to do a portrait of all the major characters(with a few side favorites thrown in) and decided to start with Sam

Obv since I’m trying to get better constructive criticism is welcome! Someone did point out to me that the eyes are a bit more rendered than the rest of the face and….yeah I see it now 😅 probably why it looks so off lmao. Definitely gonna fix that for the next one

UPDATE: It's simply a no go if I wanted the phone on its bike stand.

I do better with video instrictions than written instructions. But Im not finding any on youtube.

Will one of you kind, Runner #5's put up a quick youtube tutorial for how us stationary bike users can navigate the Zombies settings to work for us? Im hoping to listen to the episodes and have zombie chases included.

Thank you muchly!

Image description: Season 2 bike image, in red and black motif.

I used to be able to get zombie chases for the treadmill, using Step Counting Mode so long as I maintained a speed of 3mph or higher. Android app, using a basic account subscription. This was from 2016-2020, and 2022-2023.

Im coming back from that break and got a Pro subscription straight away this time. Chases arent working with Step Counting now. Chases are marked N/A unless I choose GPS. Step Counting has a tracking option. Ive turned it on, and turned on Zombie Chases. Ive allowed location permission for the app. But the Chases still show up as N/A. Is that combo of Step Counting + Zombie chases only for basic membership? Was it disabled regardless of subscription tier? Is it a bug? I cleared cache, no change. I cleared storage, same issue. I uninstalled and reinstalled and made sure I was synced. Chase still marked N/A

The Chases are a big draw for me. I dont have a safe option to run outdoors. Really hoping to get this feature back.

Thanks!

Thought I'd use Nike's customization option to design some Runner 5 shoes. I was thinking red and black would be best for hiding stains from zombie brains and general detritus. But, not sure of how the color combo actually works. Any thoughts, feedback? I've never had the "design" gene. 😄

Greetings, runners!

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Ever since hitting season two radio audios seem to play nonstop regardless of how often clips are supposed to play.

Its fine for listening and I do love the story/lore, but its made getting supplies during radio mode near impossible.

If theres any fixes anyone knows of please share them, Ive tried increasing time between audios but that hasnt seemed to work so far.

Really need to trust the process, my more detailed art always looks so bad early on lmao, especially before I’ve blended/adjusted the lighting. Def need to adjust the proportions a tad too, this is actually the first time I’ve done a detailed view from above pose like this 😅

Ive been gone for a while, but decided to come back to train for the next Z!R virtual race.

Google search said ZR doesnt release new virtual races anymore. It only lets people play the old ones.

Are there really no new 5K virtual races? (Google continues to enshitify. Ive had ever decreasing results accuracy. So Im hesitant to believe it.)

Edit to add congrats to Naomi on the new book. And thanks for making it available in audiobook format!

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Just putting a still of it here since we can’t put videos in posts, the animation will be in the replies.

You know one of the downsides of zr being entirely in audio format is that I had to actually put some effort into this 😭

I just imagine as they’re doing the knee-lifts Sam is giggling and they’re just pulling a “(ಠ_ಠ)”

Not sure where I am in the narrative!

Idk why the quality just died like that

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Hiya, sorry if this has already been answered somewhere - does anyone know how long shipping usually takes from the official Zombies Run shop? I have ordered one of the T-shirts from there with the intention of being runner five for Halloween, but it hasn’t been shipped yet, the tracking just says waiting for details. I’m in the UK if that helps. Thanks!

Season-wise, when should I do them?

Also, is there a proper overview of all side missions and where they belong? I remember there was a helpful Tumblr-post once, but I don't think it's up to date much.

There should be an official FAQ-page for this, it's confusing :(

I didn't know anything about the app being sold in the first place? When did that happen and what were the issues that led to Naomi buying it back? Where the new owners the ones that entered into the Marvel contract? That started the subscription model that made it so you couldn't get the virtual races otherwise? The one a week free episode started after Season 4 with the big app changeover so what did the private capital investors do, or not do as I'm not seeing a big difference and wouldn't have if it wasn't for all the "back from the dead" talk.

In order to improve my animation skills, I’ve decided to try and get out one animation a week, even if it’s stupid like this lmao, was a bit rushed as well(especially towards the end, Van Ark’s soldiers, Paula, and Maxine where all supposed to be present, but I ran out of time lol) I may not be able to upload videos in a post, but atleast I can link them!
https://youtu.be/lSkJd0pk18c?is=dzJR1YxTF-wEbM2N

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