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Any tips !!

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Hi All,

Just signed up for the c25k used to play a lot of sport but done nothing and i mean nothing for 10 years so the thought of doing this really scres me...any tips

Thanks

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IannodaTruffe profile image
IannodaTruffeMentor

Welcome to the forum.

First thing is don't be scared. Fear is negative and counter productive. Far better to relish the challenge and delight in your new found ability.

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

Enjoy your journey.

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Sappa in reply to IannodaTruffe

Thanks lannodatrufhle, just reading it miw

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JennyH10Graduate

My advice is to just go for it. It is meant to literally take you from the couch to 30 minutes running, we all started right where you are and you’re no more out of practice than the rest of us were at the beginning. Keep it slow and steady and enjoy!

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Sappa in reply to JennyH10

Thanks Jenny I can’t believe how daunting I’m finding it.... slow and steady it will be

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JennyH10Graduate in reply to Sappa

It can seem daunting so don’t look too far ahead and if you’re not ready to move forward at the end of a given week then don’t force yourself but honestly this program works!

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Sappa in reply to JennyH10

haha not looking too far ahead w1r1 seems daunting enough !!!

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Ripcurlrana71

Hi Sappa. Don’t be scared - it’s a gentle progression and a successful plan. Keep it slow and steady as Jenny has said. It really is the key. Enjoy! 😊

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Sappa in reply to Ripcurlrana71

Hi Ripcurlrana, thanks for the reply, i've just been reading your story and congratualtions

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Ripcurlrana71 in reply to Sappa

Thank you very much. I’ll be following your story now too. ☺️

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Sappa

W1r1 in the bag.....shattered but over the moon

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Dexy5Graduate in reply to Sappa

Well done sappa for getting started. c25k is an amazing programme and if it it can get this 60 year old running for the first time, I’m sure it can work for you. Just follow it slowly, take your rest days and the miracle begins. 😃🌞🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

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Sappa in reply to Dexy5

Thnks Dexy5 and congratualions on your graduation

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