W1R3 completed

[antonioa]

Just done the run after a two day break due to aches and pains. That's week 1 out of the way and I feel mentally awesome. The same can't be said physically but after reading lots of posts, I'm going to keep on going. If I can do week 1 after 10 years since last running, then roll on W2R1. Keep it up, everybody

[SarahWillRun Graduate]

Congratulations on completing week 1, that's a massive achievement. The secret now is to just keep going at your own pace. Before you know it you will be at week 5 and over halfway through the programme!

[antonioa Graduate in reply to SarahWillRun]

Thank you

[Wizziewood]

W1 in the bag ... well done you!

To help reduce those aches and pains remember to keep it slow and steady and do your stretches afterwards.

Good luck and happy running!

[Unfitwestie Graduate]

Well done you have done really well. It is a great feeling isn’t it.

[ebcroquet]

Just make sure you take a day off and you can even take 2 days break if nec, like you I had some strange pains after week 1! I walk on the rest days

[Anthie Graduate]

Well done for completing W1! For the pains, streching is essential after the runs but also on rest days. And indeed as ebcroquet said, if you have a bit of time, to get rid of the contractures, walking is great (or swimming/aquagym). You may think it would make things worse but on the contrary, if you drink well, it will help eliminate the toxins. Hope you'll find the next runs easier!

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Well done, youve done the hardest bit.

[Fatflabtofitfab Graduate]

Week one was a big step. Roll on week 2 and you will really start feeling a bit fitter

[bluebanella]

Well done. I did run three on Friday so we're at the same sort of place. Halfway through I remembered someone on here saying talking to yourself is a good way to keep your pace right so I tried it. I might have looked a bit weird to passers by but I'm sure it did help. W2r1 coming up later today, must think of some good conversation.

[antonioa Graduate in reply to bluebanella]

Good luck with your run. Mine's tomorrow or Tuesday