Chickened out again

[Emz78]

Yes I chickened out of doing my second run again

but on the upside went down the pool and did 31 lengths

[Kmcm66]

Don't worry about not being able to do the run. Slow down until you can complete it. If you need to repeat runs or weeks. Each bit of running you acheive helps build your stamina. Do what you can until you are comfortable with it and then move on. "Chickening out" is listening to that internal voice that says you can't do this. Yes you can as many here will testify. Pick another day and get out for that second run. Trust the programme - it does get easier honestly !

[Kmcm66 in reply to Kmcm66]

Forgot to say well done on the swimming 😊

[Emz78 in reply to Kmcm66]

Thankyou

[Emz78 in reply to Kmcm66]

Think I got to stop listening to myself and just do it

[Ellymeg Graduate]

Great swim, well done🏊🏻 we shall all be ready to celebrate your run with you.

[Biscuit0107 Graduate]

For lots of us, it needed a little push at the beginning ! Don't over think it and believe in the programme - it really works 😊

(And great swim!)

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Chickening out sounds like this is a problem coming from you, rather than an outside influence. Swimming is a great way to keep fit, but it won't get you through the programme. If you want to learn to run the C25k is probably the gentlest and easiest way to get you started. There is no need to be fearful, you are in control. If you don't complete a run then simply repeat it and all the while you will be building up your stamina. When a run is completed, be confident that the plan is superbly structured and you can move on.

Come on, we want to see you running, not swimming. Keep us posted.

[melly4012 Graduate]

Well done on the swim. Don't be afraid of doing the run, if you got through the first one you can manage the second one! Put your running kit out somewhere where it will be in view. When you next get a spare half an hour put it on and head out! Once your kit is on it'll be easier to head out than not. Think how great you'll feel once it's done!