C25K really does work!

I'm on W8, did R2 this morning but I'm feeling so good by the end I'm squeezing out a little more each time. Today I reached 5K albeit it 39 mins instead of 30 mins but I'm super proud of myself.

If I can do it then anybody can, I was a very reluctant runner to start with but I'm so happy I've trusted the program and it's got me there. (As well as all the super advice on here).

[Tbae]

Be careful JKA73, you are not following the programme.🤔

It is your journey.🤔

But week8 is 3x 28 min runs. That’s all, at a pace you are comfortable with.

Wk 9 is 3 x 30 min runs and the single shared goal is to have the stamina to complete that.

Completing 5k in 30 mins is not a requirement.Although if achievable without consequence , that is great.

Do not know if you are a previous graduate or runner, but let yourself repair every day after your run and do not push too hard.It is a tried and tested programme that gets you to a position to continue your journey.

In many ways Newbies on completing are still novice runners.

All the best, sorry this is in no way to dampen your passion.Think about sticking with the programme and your ongoing continuous building and running journey🤔👏👏👍

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Well done on making the 5k, ahead of plan - I guess the 39 mins includes the warm up/down elements?

Take your time you’re only a week from graduation and a whole lifetime of running.

Enjoy the journey

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Well done..but please.. just do what is needed... to stay injury free. follow the plan

[Tbae]

Apologies JKA73, if I misunderstood 🤔.🙈

I am a Newbie and was just trying to be helpful.🤔🙈

In no way I would want to contribute to anything other than your success and enjoyment.🤔🌟

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

This post explains why the plan is progressive and why it is not wise for new runners to exceed the plan. healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

What is the hurry?

[Tbae]

There is the super advise JKA73 you acknowledged from Jan-can-runs , Oldfloss and Iannoda Truffe.🌟🌟🌟

As a Newbie I acknowledge that whole heartily too.👏👏

I just want to see you graduate,🌟 and I am concerned, why having read all your posts and story 👍,you are now missing from this forum.🙈🤔🤔