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Omg first run / walk completed I am so unfit and the pins n needles in my feet were killing me. I did though never thought I would . Hope it gets easier.

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Cwtch2018Graduate

Well done you

First run done fab big pat on the back X

Yes it gets easier I can assure you of that X

Each week comes with its own challenge but you can do it

I'm about to start week 6

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msanni

jochanc, it will. For a while each run will feel hard until you realise that it feels as hard as the one before did but you're doing much more! One day it will feel just wonderful in spite of the difficulty and eventually just wonderful!

Enjoy! 😊

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IannodaTruffeMentor

Well done...... you have started.

You will notice results in the first few weeks.

The guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Pins and needles normally indicates restricted blood flow. For many, when they run, their feet spread, so maybe you need to loosen your laces slightly.

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jochanc in reply to IannodaTruffe

Thank you for the advice .

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Melo_smilesGraduate

Well done on starting C25K you’ve already taken the biggest step 👏👏 it definitely does get easier and you’ll be amazed at what you’ll achieve 😊

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Smarties67

Fantastic i felt like i was walking on air after it as I didn't think I could even do this!

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jochanc in reply to Smarties67

It is a strange feeling isn’t it . I am proud but still have a doubt that I can’t complete it .

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Smarties67 in reply to jochanc

Yes we can! 😁 Totally mad feeling. I watch my family everday or hear what they did at the gym, running club, bouldering all encouraged by me. No more!

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GoGo_JoJoGraduate

Well done 👏👏👏 you're out there, on the path now. You won't regret it.

This programme is fantastic and it teaches you more than just how to run. Enjoy 👍😁

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Welcome...:) No one will tell you categorically , that it gets easier...but they will tell you it is worth it.... AND... you get stronger and fitter with each run. Take it slow and take it steady.. warm up well and stretch after every run...make sure your running shoes and socks are okay too :)

Check out the post for Newbies too :) Keep posting and enjoy :)

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jochanc in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you

You’ve done the hardest part which is to get out and have your first go, read the FAQs listen to IannodaTruffe and Oldfloss and you won’t go wrong.

I don’t know that it gets easier because each run is building you up for stamina, strength and endurance. But what it does do is give you a sense of achievement each and every time you go out. That achievement can become addictive!

Well done you and happy running

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Thank you

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