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Starting..Hi,

Been meaning to start for weeks. Had a lazy day, and an eating crap week.. can’t get myself off the sofa to get shoes on....

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trogdelight profile image
trogdelightGraduate

Put those shoes on. It will change your life.

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ChrisAllen1Graduate

Take that first step, it was one of the best things I have ever done 😁

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JennyH10Graduate

Get those trainers on and get out in the fresh air, you’ll feel great!

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Jell6Graduate

I have to admit, I am a don't sit down or nothing will get done person,maybe get out and do it before you sit on the sofa, it's energizing, and you will feel great once it's done (eventually :) :) )

I was like that- downloaded the App & then did nothing about it for weeks. Once you take the bull by the horns & go for it - it is daunting I know - but get that first run over - you won't regret it I promise. Good luck & keep us posted.

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MitzirunsGraduate

Thank you all... I did it.. it didn’t hurt but my breathing ached a bit but definitely worth it... it’s an intangible but unmistakable betterness of feeling... bring on gorgeous weather for Monday...

Enjoy rest of your weekends all..

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wyersmithGraduate in reply to Mitziruns

Well done! Hardest run done! And sorry but you’re probably going to ache a bit tomorrow! Well worth it though for what this plan gives you. Good luck!

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Tasha99Graduate in reply to wyersmith

Good pain though 😂

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wyersmithGraduate in reply to Tasha99

Erm...it didn’t feel much like good pain at the time when I had to roll off the sofa to get up! But looking back. Yeah. The best pain. :-)

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Tasha99Graduate in reply to Mitziruns

Well done!

Your breathing will sort itself out in due course. For me it was when I got through 8 minutes intervals or so. Then again after 30 minutes.

Stick to this forum! It’ll see you through 👍🏽

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Tasha99Graduate

This has changed my life. Do it. It’s literally 3x30 minutes a week. And remember to slow down and slow down again!

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IannodaTruffeMentor

Welcome to the forum.

If you are still stuck on the sofa, then read this guide to the plan healthunlocked.com/couchto5... which is full of tips.

You won't regret it, once you shift your arse.

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LazyL

Well done you...ive been in the same position (always tomorrow) but also did my first run today...roll on monday for number 2

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