How do you breathe?

[Kaffodd18]

Hi folks. This is my first post. I've just completed week 4 but each time had to stop during the 5 minute runs to catch my breath. Just for 10 secs or so. I try to follow Jo Whilleys advice but can't multitask... I either run or breathe but I cant do both properly at the same time!

Should I keep repeating week 4 until I can?

Advice would be appreciated.

[Abaggs Graduate]

I really struggled with the breathing but it does get easier with practice. Just keep working on the deep breathing even when walking and it starts to become natural/habit. Do it right from the start of the run as t. I'm week 8 and it probably kicked in around week 5 or 6, becoming more comfortable. Good luck

[Kaffodd18 in reply to Abaggs]

Thanks for this. It gives me hope. Maybe thinking too much about it.

I'll keep plodding on!

Good luck with your running.

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Just keep breathing! it will start to come more naturally as you start doing the longer runs

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Please read the guide to the plan healthunlocked.com/couchto5... which covers this and many other topics.

Slow down to an easy conversational pace and just breathe as you always have done. Don't get hung up on it.