Just beginning

[Toyboxtrash]

Starting today! So nervous! I've got fibromyalgia so this could be more of a challenge for me than for others

[Sussexmalc]

Good luck I have a blood disease meaning I have low blood counts. This Couch to 5K has given me back confidence to exercise. The race is only with yourself. Take each run at your pace. Own it!

[Jay66UK Graduate]

Good luck!

[sallenson Graduate]

Welcome to the club! Don't be nervous/scared/apprehensive. Just take it nice and slow. Every step is a milestone towards a better healthier you!

[mountaindreamer Graduate]

Well done on starting! I don’t have Fibromyalgia, but have had chronic pain for 18 years following spinal surgery. I was nervous starting too, but have survived to week 4 so far and am hoping to eventually graduate C25K. As others say, just go at your own pace (and if ever struggling just go even slower - each step forward is progress, whatever your speed). I mainly try to concentrate on taking short, light steps, to keep impact down so I can cope with it. I hope you will find a style that works for you too. Good luck!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum.

Many runners with fibromyalgia report improved pain control, so it definitely can help. There seem to be very few conditions for which exercise has a negative impact.

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

Enjoy your journey.