Preparation is the key (it seems) to success - Couch to 5K

Couch to 5K

134,117 members159,474 posts

Preparation is the key (it seems) to success

Clawmum profile image
ClawmumGraduate
8 Replies

Well almost 3 years to the day, I graduated the first time and I will admit i struggled with the programme, since then I have relocated and with not knowing the area, pretty much gave up but in Jan made the conscious decision I missed it and wanted to get back out there. I live in an area with such beautiful views, how anyone could stay in doors is beyond me. Anyway started walking regularly and a few weeks ago introduced cycling, so exercising 5 times a week and building up my distances has clearly improved my fitness levels because last night i successfully completed w1r1 and unlike the panting beetroot of 3 years ago I completed it without any difficulties. Feeling considerably proud of myself and can't wait to get back out there, also can't believe how such small run has made me realise how much i missed it.

Written by
Clawmum profile image
Clawmum
Graduate
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
8 Replies
harveyemm profile image
harveyemmGraduate

Congratulations on starting the program again and welcome back to running.

It will be wonderful running in a nice area---I assume its countryside.

Clawmum profile image
ClawmumGraduate in reply toharveyemm

Yes harveyemm beautiful Scottish countryside 😁

harveyemm profile image
harveyemmGraduate in reply toClawmum

Ooh that's lovely--wonderful part of the country-enjoy yourself.

letsgoletsgo profile image
letsgoletsgoGraduate

Brill, sounds like you are much fitter than last time, I'd be interested to know if you 'enjoy' it more this time around..you sound like you're a similar starting level to me, but you have the benefit of knowing what's ahead. I'm on W2r2, just done. Hurrah! :-))

Clawmum profile image
ClawmumGraduate in reply toletsgoletsgo

I have just been telling myself if I did it once I can do it again and yesterday was so much better than my last time I really had to push myself to do it to achieve the goal of graduation at the moment I just want to get going again, was tempted to move on and start a bit further on but do t want to tempt fate slow and steady wins the race as they say, good luck with your runs x

ju-ju- profile image
ju-ju-Graduate

Well done... And it sounds like you are in the perfect place for running. Trail running is the best.... Enjoy the freedom and well done 😎

boptillyoudrop49 profile image
boptillyoudrop49Graduate

Welcome back to running. You know you'll make it through this time round, having done it before and it is a great way to explore your new area too.

heavyhorse profile image
heavyhorseGraduate

hi from your pic of the Tay bridge , I suspect you might be reasonably close to my part of the world? I am 10 miles from Dundee.

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

The key for me is..... pace myself!!

I'm very much a beginner. I got to week 5 a month ago, then had cold/flu which took the wind out...
beetie profile image
Graduate

Newbie knee injury! 😩

Hi guys... I completed W2R3 yesterday and today my knee is in agony. I'm absolutely gutted in case...
Feefeetrixibelle profile image
Graduate

How to get back into it?

So I completed C25K in May, but after that, with no program to follow things slowly started to go...
piggyland1 profile image
Graduate

Hello all New to the c25k

Hi all. I'm Steve, 31, over weight at 18 stone (all belly) and lazy! 😁 I do nothing but sit on the...
Steveeeee profile image

Getting it wrong is not the end of it all

A few weeks ago I posted as a warning against getting carried away and going off plan. The, almost...
OnwardUpward profile image
Graduate

Moderation team

See all
Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministrator
MissUnderstanding profile image
MissUnderstandingAdministrator
Annieapple profile image
AnnieappleAdministrator

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.