Couch to 5K

Running with my Jack Russell

On Week 3 Day 2 and have just finished - I actually found after 2 repetitions I just wanted to keep going so actually ran 90 mins and then 3 mins 5 times rather than 2 - just felt good to be running again. Me and my Jack Russell enjoyed today's run a lot. Id it ok to do more or should I stick to the recommended amount? Going away for the weekend so have to do 3rd day tomorrow - I know I should have a rest day but will not fit it in this week otherwise. I might just do Day 3 next week if I don't feel like running tomorrow. Feeling good x

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asmith-bath

in reply to poppypug

2 years ago

Hi ha ha yes definitely 90 secs!!! I have run a lot in the past and so not a complete beginner and it seemed right to keep going today - the 2 repetitions just over too quickly. Not run much for about 4 years and put on some weight over the summer so thought taking it slow was the best idea to get back into it and the programme helps focus. I run along the Kennet and Avon Canal and when I have got back into running in the past have used the mile markers (distance between swing bridges) to help and stopped and started and found each time could run a bit more. I like the build up of the time intervals but just find 20 mins not quite enough. Tarkey (Jack Russell) enjoys running as long as there is some walking and sniffing time involved as well.

Will probably do Day 3 next week although now as I am a teacher will be harder to fit in as back to school in a week!

Always enjoy running when I can get myself back into it and find it really helps mentally and physically - getting harder to get back into it as getting older though at 51 it is more of a struggle to get going than when I was in my mid 40s (which was last time I ran a lot)

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