Well I am back and that can only mean one thing, I made it! I survived the first run and nothing seemed any more broken than normal....so onto run 2. wowsers, it was cold, not sure i was prepared for it! Gloved to be added.
i checked out my stats again, pleasing to see I made more distance, and my pace was better - which pleases me and my recovery time post run, had been much shorter.
My right foot is a little sore, so i think i shall get my orthotics checked out to make sure they will work for me!
Congratulations on completing your first run . You will be amazed at what you can achieve with this programme , & in a few weeks with some determination & faith in the programme you will be a runner . Keep up the good work
Well done on your first run. I think the hard bit is just getting out of the door. I'm sure you can do it if I can anyone can do it . Good luck with the rest of the programme
I find gloves are really needed for the warm-up walking. And a fleece. I usually have to remove them after about 10 mins running, but you definitely need to start of with an extra layer or two in this weather! Good luck with the programme, If I can go (in my fifties) from a being complete non-runner to running 5k, so can you!
You be done the hardest run Others are challenging but keep plodding and you'll get there Gloves are a must Well done
As above, you have done the hardest part of running ~ the first time out. CONGRATULATIONS.
I will now make a couple of suggestions, if I may be so bold!
Don't forget your rest days ~ these little blighters are really important.
Get your gait analysis done as soon as you know you are committed. Sweatshop and other reputable running shops carry this out FREE!!
Buy some windproof gloves and a hat. Running gear needn't be expensive, The only costly bit is a good pair of shoes, and if you get last seasons colours, they are still pretty cheap. Tops, shorts etc are dirt-cheap in Aldi, Sports Direct, Go Outdoors etc.
Don't overdress in cold weather.When you start running you sould feel a little cold. The suggested way of doing it is to dress as though it was 10 degrees warmer than it is. You will soon warm up, and believe me, you will not want to carry stripped-off layer of clothing with you.
Take a drink with you for during or post exercise rehydration. You will still sweat even in winter.
Make sure you do post-run stretches. These help prevent tight muscles later on.
Take it easy ~ it's not a race.
Lastly, ENJOY running, and welcome to the big world of runners.
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First afternoon run - Second 5K
Wk 9 - Here Comes The Hotstepper!
I did it - I took the first step
I've finally taken that first running step!
After the high comes the low 
