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Have geared myself up and am biting the bullet and starting C25K tomorrow. Im super unfit but motivated to get in shape...any advice for a newbie?

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simonwilliamstutorGraduate

Buy proper running socks! Anything which cushions your feet in the right places and stops you getting blisters/sores is essential!

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JoolieB1Graduate in reply to simonwilliamstutor

I love having running socks, feel so luxurious!

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mfamiliasGraduate in reply to JoolieB1

Try the running socks that are specifically cut for the left and right foot - pure magic.

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laurav33Graduate

Good for you for starting the programme! I'd say make sure you take the rest days in between runs, otherwise you'll hurt yourself! Take it slow and steady, and trust the programme, it really works! I was unfit and hated sport, but now I love running and can run 5k in 34 mins, I never thought I'd say that!

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PumpKimGraduate

No advice as I'm a newbie myself (first session yesterday) but just to give you some encouragement; although I'm completely unfit, I managed it all, just when you think you can't jog anymore its time to slow down and recover. When I'd finished I felt amazing, not like I was going to die or anything like that and best of all I feel ok today! Good luck :)

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Pumpkinpie41 in reply to PumpKim

Aw well done and im hoping I can follow the plan...ive wanted to run for a long time but never thought Id do it. Thanks for your encouragement and good luck too :-)

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JoolieB1Graduate

Just trust the programme, it really works. Run at a pace you can manage and breathe deeply and slowly while running and relax. Post here anytime, we love to hear all about it, let us know how it goes! Julie

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Slow, steady and stick with it. Good bits, bad bits, but you can do it and you will feel amazing! :)

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Diane57Graduate

Good luck. I never thought I could do it at 56(nearly 57). I hated pe at school. If I can do it you can 😀😀😀👏👏

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poppypugGraduate

Good Luck ! Most of us started feeling exactly the same as you and hadnt run since school.

I would say take it slow and steady, trust in Laura and the programme , it really works !

Oh and make sure you have a sports bra ( ver important ! ) . Take the rest days and do some cool down stretches after .

You can do this , you really can !

Good Luck and please keep posting as it really helps in keeping you focused and motivated ! :-) xxx

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UllyrunnerGraduate

Lots of good advice above. Just to say good luck. You've made a great decision!

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mfamiliasGraduate

Well done for biting the bullet :) 1) Keep checking in here, this forum is magic for motivation and support. 2) Take one day at a time and don't worry if you have to repeat runs. 3) Get your head around the idea that if you apply 1) and 2), you will look back this time next year and realise that you are hooked. Happy running!

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boptillyoudrop49Graduate

Enjoy the journey and take pride in every achievement along the way. Your body is capable of more than you think if you treat it well and follow the programme.

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Pumpkinpie41

Well I did it and got to say I nearly gave up on run 2 but persevered and finished day 1. I feel so proud!! Thanks for all your lovely comments and keep on running guys :-) xx

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mfamiliasGraduate in reply to Pumpkinpie41

Yay! POMPOM TIME! Can you see me waving from France? Well done, the first run is ticked off the list!

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