Week 1 done!

[CoachPotato]

Only 3 (small) runs in but already starting to feel better for it - running bit isn't getting any easier but recovery feels quicker; breathing back under control before next run

Hope I still feel this way by end of week 2

[misswobble Graduate]

That sounds very good! The rest day to recover is when your body does its best work!

Keep running slowly, taking things gently, listen to Laura, do what she says and you'll get through just fine. The key is to keep things slow. Your body will thank you

[CoachPotato Graduate in reply to misswobble]

Found myself thinking about running on a rest day today but headed your advice and stuck to the plan - tomorrow will come soon enough after all

[runswithdogs Graduate]

I noticed the same thing - the recovery time gets better. The running obviously gets better as well, but it wasn't as noticeable as the recovery. Good work!

[AndyD Graduate]

Sounds like a good start It is surprising how quickly the body starts to get accustomed to any new exercise. As everyone says... keep to the plan, listen to Laura and take your rest days and you'll be fine.

[breezie Graduate]

Stick to the programme and you will amaze yourself! Sorry – I’m a recent graduate and a little evangelical. Don’t worry if it doesn’t feel too easy. I’m sure you wouldn’t improve your fitness so quickly if it was. The point is you have completed week 1. The steps are carefully worked out so week 2 is doable too and on it goes! Keep it slow and steady. Happy running!

[CoachPotato Graduate in reply to breezie]

Cheers! Somewhat surprisingly am looking forward to tomorrow's session already (not something I thought I would have said a week ago!!)

[breezie Graduate in reply to CoachPotato]

Sounds like you’ve been bitten by the running bug. Good on you!

[poppypug Graduate]

Well done ! Thats the first week under your belt . Good Luck for Week 2, keep posting as it really helps in keeping you motivated.

We are all behind you xxx

[CoachPotato Graduate in reply to poppypug]

Thanks... And you are absolutely right about the motivation and support from the group - it really does help

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Well done, enjoy week 2 x