Hello fellow runners

[Lilbrom]

I am currently on week six, legs feel a little tight, though I am stretching and went outside do do my first run instead of using a treadmill, oh my word I couldn’t get my breath!! Can’t understand why I can run on a treadmill and not outside!! Any thoughts?

[Lydia-jg Graduate]

I’m still on a treadmill too and not made the transition, I read that putting your treadmill in a slight incline helps so did that in week 5 and omg that set me back but am making progress. Going on holiday in week 8 so will have to run on road or beach 🏖 argh, sure you’ll get it sorted good luck 😉

[Lilbrom in reply to Lydia-jg]

Thanks I will try that and good luck with your running outside! Have a great holiday.

[trogdelight Graduate]

Your brain is a creature of habit. It doesn't like being taken out of its comfort zone. Try again. Go slowly and pick a nice, flat route.

[Lilbrom in reply to trogdelight]

Thanks for your advise I will try slowling and running on the flat. It is rather hilly here.

[JulesG1 Graduate]

I think I t is much easier on a treadmill, there is more resistance on a path, plus wind etc. On the other hand, the run seems to go quicker outside as there is more to think about. It is beautiful where I run so it feeds my soul, too. The important thing is to do it, wherever you can. Good luck!

[Lilbrom in reply to JulesG1]

Thanks, I will keep trying.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

No reason why not..other than you may not believe you can

Just find a route that you think you will enjoy... relax, breathe, and take it as slow as you care to...look around... take it gently and feel the new running legs begin to find their happy pace... There is so, so much to enjoy out there Plus, a great time of the year to begin an adventure in the wild, wide and wonderful world

[Lilbrom in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks, I will give it another try 😃