I’ve just completed week 5 run 2 in the blazing sunshine and heat (not complaining, I love the sun!). It was hard going but I made it. However, I’m a little worried about run 3 - 20 mins non stop! But I’ve done c25k twice before so I know I can do it...
The other thing I’m wondering about is my trainers. I’m starting to get pins and needles in my feet with the longer runs and I think they may be a little small for me. Any advice?
I am absolutely no expert however I read that if you go beyond week 4 you should be fitted for proper running shoes.... If you are running in ordinary trainers that may be the problem. I was almost an hour in a running shop whilst they tried to find the right pair for me and it has totally transformed my running (well, my snails pace jogging, to be more accurate!) 😀
Well done!
I'm not sure either but I bought new running trainers yesterday to start week 5 with.
Seems a lot of us are buying them towards w5
I think you've answered your own question😀. Running shoes should be at least half a size larger than your normal shoes and can be up to two full sizes larger depending on make. However, depending on where the pins a needles are i.e. Top of your foot could be laces too tight., bottom of foot could be support/cushioning had it (shoes can still look ok but the cushioning wears out/can't 'Spring' back after a while). General rule of thumb is 300-500 miles for a pair of shoes.
Look for the post below in pinned post. As you can see there are a couple of sections on shoes in it.
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HOW TO RUN C25K…...A BASIC GUIDE. healthunlocked.com/couchto5...
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WHICH SHOES SHOULD I BUY? healthunlocked.com/couchto5...……………..which-shoes
GAIT ANALYSIS…..WHAT, WHY, WHERE. healthunlocked.com/couchto5....
HOW FAST SHOULD I BE? healthunlocked.com/couchto5...…………………...too-fast
MENTAL ATTITUDE TO RUNNING healthunlocked.com/couchto5...………..positivity
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300 - 500 miles???????????????? Good grief. Mine will be okay for the next decade or so then.......
Laces aren't too tight are they? or you may need new shoes, a gait analysis and fitting is recommended at a reputable running store.
Go on! treat your feet and yourself, your worth it!😊
I’ve just started using my new shoes, it’s much better. I got ASICS, they really made sure that my feet would have plenty of room whilst also providing support. I was embarrassed, I’ve never had so many boxes of shoes brought out for me to try on!
Get checked out... the best asset next to you, are your shoes
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