Gutted!

[Sallyk6275]

I have just started week two and am totally gutted my knee is swollen and sore I think it must be jogging on the pavements I am going to have to stop but really want to continue with a training plan was thinking cycling may be better anyone know if a beginners training plan?

[Rignold]

Seems unlikely you can have caused significant damage to your knee with W1 unless you have a pre-exisiting condition. Rest it a bit then try again.

[2ndTimeAround Graduate]

This Runner's World review gives a breakdown of different running surfaces

runnersworld.co.uk/general/...

Pavements come out as just about the worst! I avoid them as much as possible.

Also have you checked that your shoes are the best for you? Perhaps you need more cushioning?

[nhs2015 Graduate]

Take it easy Sally, make sure you get better before you carry on. Slow and easy will get you there.

[Sallyk6275]

I will check my trainers maybe invest in a better pair but I am wondering if I am just too old (52) to do running?

[2ndTimeAround Graduate in reply to Sallyk6275]

Not too old! I'm nearly 66 and lots of people doing this are a fair bit older.

[Tomas Graduate]

You're definitely not too old. And while new shoes are always fun, it might be wise to wait a couple of weeks until you've got a stable running rhythm (you'll see why when you go to the running shop and they want to do a gait analysis for you).

As others have said - surface matters as does speed. So take it easy and try to run on grass or dirt or gravel.

[Sallyk6275]

Thanks guys I'm just worried I'm going to do irreparable damage I am taking it steady as I have never been able to run i will wait for knee to get better start again then purchase some trainers !

[mfamilias Graduate]

My knees were sore for a few weeks after 28 years of being left blissfully alone (I'm 46). I started by walking 5km a day for a month to get my body slowly back into the idea of sport - I started the C25K programme afterwards. So don't let knee pain get in the way of getting going on the programme! I'd get it checked out by the doc, walk for a few weeks, and when it's better buy shoes that are right for your gait and get back to C25K. Try finding yourself some country lanes to run on - not as hard on your knees.