W3 runs - take two.: Did W3R1 and it wasn't as... - Couch to 5K

Couch to 5K

134,190 members159,536 posts

W3 runs - take two.

curlyann profile image
curlyannGraduate
8 Replies

Did W3R1 and it wasn't as hard as I'd convinced myself it would be although it was hard! Unfortunately there's been a bit of a family crisis this week which meant that I didn't get out to do runs 2 and 3. Today I feel physically and emotionally tired so am having a rest day, then tomorrow will start again. I feel i should start week 3 again and complete all 3 runs rather than just 2 before going on to week 4. Is this the best way to do it?

Written by
curlyann profile image
curlyann
Graduate
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
8 Replies
OldPossum profile image
OldPossum

Sorry you've had a crisis to deal with. Hopefully getting back out running will help. I would see how you feel after 2 more runs - if you feel good move forward - if not repeat it one more time. Let your body decide.

curlyann profile image
curlyannGraduate in reply toOldPossum

Thank you. I'll do that and see how it goes. I am enjoying running and looking forward to being able to run 5k in the future.

McFitty profile image
McFittyGraduate

Exactly what OldPossum said. Do your next two runs and then see how you feel. A family crisis is enough to deal with. Take things easy and go with how you feel.:)

Irish-John profile image
Irish-JohnGraduate

Just my tuppence worth but I would go on the next run and not focus at all on it being a 'success' day - just relax back into it and be kind to yourself and have that little bit of time just for you. :) At a similar point in my programme that is what I did and I had a ball - I decided to see how SLOWLY it was possible for me to go and still be running :) Not only was it really relaxing, fun and a total antidote to the stress that had accumulated - I actually did a LOT better than I would have thought possible if I had set any kind of distance/speed goal that day :) The only 'best' way to do this programme is to make it work for you - and mostly people like having fun when they work ;)

Ullyrunner profile image
UllyrunnerGraduate

See how the next two runs go - if okay, I would just move on.

Good luck!

curlyann profile image
curlyannGraduate

Thank you John and Ullyrunner. I think you're right. I need to relax and just go and enjoy it. I'm going out again in the morning. Will let you know how I get on when I've done the next 2. Thanks everyone for the support :-).

Irish-John profile image
Irish-JohnGraduate in reply tocurlyann

You will do fine - ANY distance/speed/time combination once you are out that door is a win ;)

poppypug profile image
poppypugGraduate

Good Luck Curlyann ! :-) xxx

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

W3 completed

I can't belive I've got this far considering on w1r1 I went home and sulked halfway through as I...
olderrunner profile image
Graduate

W3: back pain

The week started with the pain in my lower back. It might not have been necessarily related to my...
ench0 profile image
Graduate

Take Two

After giving up Couch to 5k 2 years ago after W3R1 left me with very painful knees, I have finally...
NJA95 profile image
Graduate

Solo Parent - Fitting Runs In

Hello, I’ve completed week 1 but I’m finding it hard to do the runs every other day as I’m a solo...

5min runs compared to 15 minute runs

This week, I have had 3 runs of around 6.5K each . The first 2 were B210K week 2 runs which were 3...
Bazza1234 profile image
Graduate

Moderation team

See all
MissUnderstanding profile image
MissUnderstandingAdministrator
Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministrator
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.