Well I did it!!!!! I was dreading that 20 minute run but I did it! Not the fastest run in the world but I paced myself and did it! I feel so happy right now.....This is my second time at C25K and the furthest I’ve got! I started it last year but was ill and it just fell by the wayside! So if anyone is thinking they can’t, If I can do it, anyone can!
Someone told me that chewing gum was a good thing to do and also listening to a podcast rather than music!!! I’ve done both today and whilst the pod cast was a bit boring (different one next time!!) chewing gum I find helps with my breathing a lot!
Sorry if this sounds a bit of a show off post but I’m just so happy 😀😀 xxx
Written by
mrschad
Graduate
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
21 Replies
•
Well done you!! Pacing yourself from the start is the absolute best way to achieve it... and you smashed it 💪🏼 You have every right to be proud. Keep up the good work 👍🏼
Thank you! And you’re right, I’ve tried running before and every time I’ve done it, I’ve always gone off too fast, thinking that’s the best. I have Michael Johnson in my ear and he’s constantly saying “don’t go too fast” and it’s sinking in! It’s never been about the speed for me this time, it’s been about actually running! And to be honest I’m really enjoying it! x
You can do it and you did it, congratulations on completing run 3 of week 5, that is a milestone run with C25K, onwards and upwards to week 6 run 1 but be careful about that run as it catches out some people with the interval walks and runs after the non stop 20 minutes of W5R3 which you have just ran 🏃🏾 😊
Thank you! I must admit I was quite shocked when I saw Wk6 was to go back to small segments again. I shall remember all of your advice and try not to sprint lol! Xx
Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.
Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.