In Need of a Lift! (not literally!)

[JChanter]

Hi there, I'm new to HealthUnlocked and I'm running the C25K. I'm due to do my W4R1 today but I'm feeling very tired. I will do my run today but after a flying start in the first 3 weeks my motivation is now flagging! Has anyone got any tips? Cheers x

[LaineyG79]

Make sure you are hydrated and that you have a banana or a light snack two hours before you run. One of the best prerun pick me ups is a cup of coffee. The dose of caffeine should lift you. You can do this! It gets easier and easier. Just think about how you will feel after you complete it!

[JChanter in reply to LaineyG79]

Thanks for that. I have just had a cup of coffee and that's a great reason for me to have another one! I love my coffees but normally just have one a day. Maybe on run days I can have two! Yes, it's important to keep the end goal in mind and not forget why you're doing it!!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to JChanter]

Water.. the very best thing for hydration.. and feel good factor There is some really interesting reading on coffee drinking too

The weather is affecting a few folk so changeable too.. so make sure you are maintaining a good healthy eating regime and getting your sleep too

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Up the rest day exercise.. watch your hydration and maybe vary your route Sometimes a change really is as good as a rest!

The runs are getting longer so you need to make sure your strength and stamina are building Up alongside those legs

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

The guide to the plan may answer some of your questions healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Enjoy your journey.