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Yeah got got in from doing this. Okay apart from my knees aching. Is this normal.

Onwards and upwards as they say. X

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Aches are pretty normal for the first few weeks. the majority of mine eased off by about W5.

Your shoes could be the cause, if they are not fitted after a gait analysis or if very old.

Running on grass reduces impact considerably.

Well done, I hope the aches ease soon.

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