Just starting

[Ianson]

So, turned 58 this summer and haven't run since school.... Did my first session today. Pleased that I did every bit of it. The podcast really helped. I'm expecting to pay for it tomorrow as I also haven't exercised in years (I'm talking decades....).

[Kmh1970]

Good for you!! It's never too late - good luck! 😉

[Ianson Graduate in reply to Kmh1970]

Thank you!

[Darcy_whitehead]

How was it? I haven't done any exercise in 18 months due to ill health finally three operations later I'm going to give this a go. Seriously how did you find this. I'm scared and nervous but excited for the challenge. Well done you x

[Ianson Graduate in reply to Darcy_whitehead]

Sorry, Darcy_whitehead - just realised that I hadn't replied to you. I got off to a good start but have had some difficulties with sore knees so I'm taking some rest days and will get back to it soon when I'm free of all soreness. I've also had my gait analysed and bought some decent shoes which I hope will help. Should have done that sooner. I'm determined to keep going, though. How are things going with you? I know you possibly faced extra challenges after ill health and your ops. Hope all is well.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Hi and welcome... you may feel aches and pains tomorrow..it is normal!

Slow and steady does it... and follow the programme, taking your rest days and listening to your body too!

Keep posting your progress... loads of us here to support and help!

[Ianson Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Thank you - I appreciate the encouragement!

[Hidden in reply to Oldfloss]

Oldfloss is one of your best guides on here, she is so right slow and steady does the plan...

[Ianson Graduate]

The middle couple of minutes were particularly tough for me but the 90 secs of walking were just enough to get me through. I was surprised to find that I could even run for a minute. I thought it had been tough but okay but was then shattered when I got home and sat down suddenly pouring with sweat (sorry to be graphic). Going to keep it up, though.....

[Hidden]

Hey we all do the sweaty thing, I didn't know it was physically possible to leave pools behind me. Oops tmi. Well done you on doing it

[Ianson Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Thank you. Felt it today, mind. Hoping the aches and pains wear off by tomorrow for second run in decades....

[grannystella]

Well done I will watch your posts with interest as we seem to have a lot in common😳🏃

[Ianson Graduate in reply to grannystella]

Right back at ya!