Just finished day 1week 3.I never thought I could do it.Legs are so tired.Should I be doing this at 62 when Ive never run before.

[A1nsworth]

Anybody else started at turned 60

[Mazzero Graduate]

I did and have recently completed the program. I'm 64 and just went slowly at first and made sure I did all the stretches. The legs become stronger as you progress and you will probably be surprised at how quickly your breathing improves. Have a good rest between your runs - I find swimming loosens the tight leg muscles

[A1nsworth Graduate in reply to Mazzero]

Thankyou so much.Been a walk tonight

[A1nsworth Graduate in reply to Mazzero]

Hi Mazzero.I am about to start week 4 but really unsure what speed I should be running.I am running on a treadmill and going at about 6.7.When I look at other posts I think I am going too slow.What did you do?

[Mazzero Graduate in reply to A1nsworth]

I have only run outside but will need to use treadmill on holiday. I would set it to a fast walking pace and then start jogging slowly increasing to a pace that you are comfortable with. I think you need to set it to a 1% incline to replicate outdoor running

[runningnotwalking Graduate]

I haven't achieved that milestone but I guess if you feel up to it then why not.

Perhaps consult your GP first if you are unsure and your legs are feeling it.

Good luck anyway and hope you enjoy the rest of the C25k program.

[christian1 Graduate]

I started post 60 and completed it - twice in fact! It is certainly doable but don't expect to be doing 5k by week 6 like some of the young ones on here. Although you never know......

[Beek Graduate]

I was 66 when I started to do it - and never ever run before. As long as you keep it slow and steady to start with you will be absolutely fine! Listen to your body though and take a break if it complains too much.

I agree with Mazzero. The stretching is important. I used to do Strength and Flexibility on rest days when I first started and regret not keeping that up. The stretching helps tremendously in preventing painful muscles.

[A1nsworth Graduate in reply to Beek]

Thankyou for support.I will do the stretching.Sleeping better!

[A1nsworth Graduate in reply to Beek]

Hi Beek I have read previous posts about speed whilst running.Most seem to be running around the 7to8km mark.I am going so slow 6.6.Do you remember what speed you did round week 4?

[ju-ju- Graduate]

My mum has just started and she's also 62....she's on exactly the same point as you. She has decided to do each week twice as she's finding that is working for her. She's loving it, and I hope you do too... Good luck!!

[A1nsworth Graduate in reply to ju-ju-]

Thankyou.I am determined.Good luck to your mum.Do post and say how she is going on.I have always walked 5km a day but this is different.

[DeliaItaly Graduate]

I'm nearly 60 and have completed the program successfully and am now going for 10K! I started last year, so yes, of course you can do it!