Week 6

[Hilary2365]

I have just completed week 6 but have not managed it, runs 2 and 3 were too difficult even though I completed a 20 minute run in week 5, I am now feeling deflated that I have to do week 6 again

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Because C25k is run at a pace to suit you, it is the nearest thing you will find to a one size fits all training plan, but our bodies respond to the workouts at different rates, so no need to be despondent, it is not a tick box exercise, but a training plan.

Every single run is making you stronger and is training for the next one, whether you complete it or not. No need to repeat the whole week, just the runs that you have not managed.

You don't say why you did not manage the runs, so it is difficult to offer specific advice, but the commonest and most appropriate response on this forum is to slow down.

Have you read the guide to the plan? healthunlocked.com/couchto5... which lays out the the best way to tackle the plan.

Keep us posted.

[Hilary2365 in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Tiredness and aching legs stopped me, my breathing settled but my legs felt very heavy

[IannodaTruffe Mentor in reply to Hilary2365]

Heavy legs is a classic symptom of poor hydration. You need to be drinking 2.5-3 litres per day. runnersworld.co.uk/nutritio...

General tiredness may mean you need more rest days between runs, especially as they get longer. Being well fed, hydrated and rested are crucial to maximise your performance.

[JoP61 Graduate]

Don't be despondent - think of them as practice runs. Rest and try again in a few days. Best of luck and keep posting.

🤞🙂

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

The longer runs are meant to be taken slowly... relax into them.. then relax more. Make sure stamina and strength exercises are upped too on rest days..

Stretch well after every run and equally, warm up really well..just start slow and stay slow...this week's runs are different.. all about the discipline in our running... just go with it

[Hilary2365 in reply to Oldfloss]

Thank you 😀