First 5K since lockdown 1

[ForbiddenPlanet]

I started C25K August 2019 and worked up to running 10K three times a week. Then we went into lockdown, I began running 5K each day, my legs weren't ready (not for 27:30 every day) and I got injured.

After multiple failed attempts at running I prepared for another go with 2 months of long daily fast hikes. Getting a new pair of earbuds for my birthday was the spark I needed and I began C25K again in June.

What has been spooky compared to the C25K I did two years ago is that this time I have had absolutely zero aches and pains or soreness and stiffness. In Week 7 I switched to running every other day instead of three times a week and also began doing warm down stretches.

Today I was a bit naughty. It was supposed to be Week 9 Run 1, but I managed to slow right down from my usual 6:30 / km to around 7:00 / km. It felt barely faster than walking and at 30 minutes I just kept shuffling on until my watch buzzed me at 5 km. My slowest ever 5K!

Very pleased. Feeling good - cannot tell I've been out for a run. Now for lots of slow consolidation runs, continuing to work on my gait. Not going to attempt anything faster until I have lost at least a stone in weight!

[Grannyhugs Graduate10]

Well done on getting back to 5k. I remember you from 2 years ago as we both started together. I was Grannytobe then l. Less of the “almost walking” at 7min/km😂 my new happy pace is 7:15 which I use for up to 10miles. As you say, you can continue with your day as if you haven’t run. Happy running 🤗

[ForbiddenPlanet Graduate10 in reply to Grannyhugs]

Thank you GH - I remember you too! It's great to be back.