Getting Beyond

[LLMc]

This time last year, I didn’t or couldn’t run. I was in London in August and was inspired by family to begin running so began my C25K journey. So proud of myself for completing it but feel stuck at 5k how do I go beyond or even consistently run 5k. Thank you so much 😊

[orangeguy Graduate10]

Hi, and welcome to Bridge to 10k. I was in the same position as you, also stuck at 5k, I had been running a maximum of 5k for a couple of years until I started this. The trick is to go a little farther each time as per ju-ju's 8 week plan, it does really work. I am now up to 8k, and while it is still tough its only as tough as 5k used to be, hope that makes sense

[LLMc in reply to orangeguy]

Thank you so much Orangeguy. I must have a look at that plan and try it. Glad I’m actually running now.... nothing is impossible 😊

[Wizziewood Graduate10]

Well done you for sticking with it!

How about giving Ju-ju's 10 is the magic number plan a go (find in Pinned Posts). The plan is brilliant for increasing distance and you can always repeat weeks if you don't feel ready to move on.

Good luck and keep up the good work!

Happy running!

[LLMc in reply to Wizziewood]

Thank you Wizziewood. I will definitely have a look at that. Determined to stick at it. This time last year I couldn’t run at all. Thank you

[ju-ju- Graduate10]

Sounds like you are ready to get up to 10k... do come and join our plan here, or find a plan that suits you 😎

[LLMc]

Thanks ju-ju. Do I search for it on this forum?

[LLMc]

Have got the plan.... happy days (or it will be once I complete it 👍). Started C25K with trying to run and listen to a podcast or an audio book 🙄 That didn’t last long. Running song track is the way to go. Thanks everyone 😊

[linda9389 Graduate10]

ju-ju's plan is great. I loved having structure back after several months of aimless running, which was nice for a while but I think I need the discipline of a progressive plan and the sense of achievement that comes with it. Hope you enjoy it too

[LLMc in reply to linda9389]

Thanks Linda. Think a plan will work well for me. I like structure I’ve decided. When it comes to fitness I like someone telling me what to do. That’s why I do classes in the gym and not leave it to my own devices🤣

[linda9389 Graduate10]

Sounds perfect for you. Enjoy 🙂