WK 2 first run completed with a blister and in the Rain. Elated.

[tfcmagpie]

Yesterday despite trying to give myself every reason not to run I went out and did run 1 WK 2.

The first thing I noticed was that I may have run too fast in the first week. The 90 seconds was harder but I worked on a pace I could manage. By the last 90 seconds and the previous one it was clear to me I could probably push on.

However the programme suited me in WK 1 so I resolved to stick to the plan.

The changes I have made having received advice on here are that I warm up in a more disciplined way before even going off on the Fast Walk. This definitely helped. As did a more structured warm down at the end.

Additionally the advice about my blister helped as I di not even notice it during the run or indeed after. I think taking more time putting my running shoes on and making sure I was comfortable and the laces tied correctly helped a lot.

Yes I was aching immediately after but I did not feel I was going to die far from it. In fact I punched the air and my neighbours children clapped from their window.

I now look forward to my next run on Friday afternoon and then again on Sunday.

Today I have resolved to do some light stretches and a slow and gentle Cycle.

[WhiteJog Graduate]

Well done, I have discovered that I struggled to find a pace that suited me in the first couple of weeks. I've just finished week 5 and have now found a pace that I naturally fall into and that works for me. Keep going, you're doing great.

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You are doing brilliant. I am clapping along with the neighbours children. You are right to stick with the programme. You will be running for 30 minutes before you know it.

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When children applaud they do so with honesty, so what better encouragement for someone who is kicking the couch out of life.brilliant effort especially after facing down those gremlins.

[misswobble Graduate]

Slow running is perfect. No need for speed

SLOW!

🙂