need motivation

[SlowSand]

Hi im back - stopped running last year cos my ankles swelled - need to start again (alongside gym) cos another half stone has crept on in weight - Any suggestions to protect ankles and give me a motivation boost - cheers

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Welcome back

Check this new post out..it has lots of great advice and will probably answer many of your questions

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

The motivation.. that is inside you.. what do you want from this.. weight loss, fitness, physical and mental well being..?

Well this is the place!

So, make sure you read that post.. and start off, steady and slow, ( Yes, I am still saying it )

Keep posting your runs for great support and advice.

“Start by doing what is necessary, then what is possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.”

[Keep-it-ticking Graduate]

Hi, it might be worth you trying some compression socks as these should help with circulation.

[DeterminedBear Graduate]

Haha, i've just lost a stone. Your post hopefully will act as motivation as to why I should continue receiving the benefits of running! Good luck.

[SusieHicks Graduate]

Hi SlowSand, don’t despair. I don’t know anything about ankles, but have you checked them out with your GP? Fingers crossed you can do this, so hang in there, I find it is getting easier and even occasionally fun!

[Elfe5 Graduate]

Post each run & we will cheer you on! 😀