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W1R1 done; went better than I expected.

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I've been reading on here for a few days, psyching myself up to get started. I'm floored by the amount of support and encouragement I've seen.

I actually worked up to running a mile about 5 years ago, then suffered an injury, and haven't run since. Now I'm terribly out of shape, but hopeful......

I wasn't able to run the entire 60 seconds a couple times, and had to remind myself to slow down. Looking forward to R2.

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Well done! Even if you didn't manage to complete all the runs, you should be proud of yourself for trying!

I tried c25k in March and was so gutted I couldn't even do 3 of the runs. I've since built up fitness, lost a little weight and have just finished week 1. Have to admit I struggled a bit with my calves yesterday though (I stupidly stretched before I warmed up properly!).

Keep at it, you'll definitely get there :)

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Slow is wonderful... especially in the warmth we have had, certainly in Wales today :)

Great to have you back again, and glad you are recovered :)

Keep it steady and slow and take those rest days...maybe a bit of Strength and Flex on the rest days and a bit of walking or swimming to build up stamina?

nhs.uk/LiveWell/strength-an...

Just take it gently and if you feel you need another rest day, then take it : Keep posting too for support and advice.... lots of us here, and we will be running right along with you :)

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