Day 1

[Eddie-1]

Day 1, oh my gosh I am so unfit. I really struggled to do all the 60 seconds of running, instead I power walked the last two running parts. I do feel good in giving it a go and will keep it going - maybe again tomorrow.

[stephb81]

I was completely where you are...keep at it, slow your pace down and it will all come together. I'm currently on week 5 at the moment, got my last run of it tonight. I've got to jog for 20 mins in one session....was completely thinking I couldn't do it a couple of weeks ago, but now its totally do-able! Happy running. xx

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Leave it a day to give your body time to get over the shock, you really need the 'rest' days in between sessions, but well done for getting started, you will progress and we look forward to hearing all about it.

[mrsb58 Graduate]

Well done! Not easy is it??? :/

[Dunder2004 Graduate]

Well done. In many ways you have done the hardest part.

It is best not to run on consecutive days, those legs muscles will benefit a lot from a good rest.

[Ullyrunner Graduate]

We all started where you are - you can do this. You will surprise yourself with how you make progress - take your rest days though, they are important to aid your recovery and prevent injury. Good luck!

[Vixchile Graduate]

You went out there and did it!! That is the hardest thinking getting out the door, we all can recall those first 60 second runs I thoght gosh isn't 60seconds a very long time is it not over yet.we have all started where you are today and as long as you trust the programme and listen to Laura you will get there.

[mcgurranhouse Graduate]

Eddie, I had to get my husband to pause the 60 second run halfway as I was about to pass out. Day 2 I managed without stopping. In week 3 I found myself thinking "I hope this is one of the 90 second runs".

Doing W4 d2 tonight and not even worrying about it now. The app is great as you work up to these things very gradually instead of trying to do the whole thing in a week!!!

Keep up the good work - you will get there I promise!

[Debener Graduate]

Keep at it. We have all been there and know how it feels! Don't bo too hard on yourself but do follow Laura's instructions. Repeat a run or a whole week until you have accomplished what she asks . Also try a really good play list - or if music not your thing may be voice radio or something you find interesting to listen to.

[GoogleMe Graduate]

Those rest days are a key part of the programme...

Well done on completing six of the runs first time out - for me it was 4 (and that was 3 and a half more than I thought I'd manage) That's a really good strategy to keep moving through the rest of the podcast. When you go out again you'll have a really clear marker to achieve and beat.

[jelly_b Graduate]

I'm going to echo everyone here, have a rest day before going out on a run again. How about starting the nhs strengh and flex podcast as well? You can do it on your non-running day and it will certainly help your body avoid injuries in the long term.

Keep going, keep running. You CAN do it!

[mfamilias Graduate]

Well done for taking that first step - rest assured that at the beginning of February I was praying for the end of that 60 second stint. I wouldn't recommend doing the same again tomorrow - your body needs that day of rest, even if your head wants to get back out there for more. Why not walk your route instead? or check out new ones?

[Geren]

Hi - first of all, well done! I'm in pretty much the same place as you. Day before yesterday I went out and tried the first podcast - only managed the first three runs but was pleased to have done that much. Went out and bought some proper shoes and yesterday managed to complete it all. I did start out thinking that I would just walk the very last run, but after about ten seconds decided I was up for my version of running it! I'm having a rest day today - can really feel my legs - but think I might look for this stretch podcast that someone mentioned so that I don't seize up completely! Good luck with the next step.