W1R2 better than expected

[the_knack]

After getting some great advice on here pos W1R1 I dragged my carcass out of bed early yesterday morning, put my earbuds in and embarked on W1R2.

To be honest, I wasn’t sure I’d made the right decision. My legs were stiff and achey and I knew how difficult the first session had been. But, armed with the knowledge that ‘slow and steady’ was the way to go I gritted my teeth and went for it.

Was I surprised! Every 60 second run completed, no stitch and still alive when I got back to the front door! I’m not saying it was easy (far from it) but it was easier.

I’m quite looking forward to getting out there tomorrow and I was surprised to find that my legs weren’t anywhere near as sore today. I’ll do a session of yoga later on to help stretch and build strength.

A quick thanks to all who responded to my initial post. Your input was invaluable in giving me motivation after that first session.

[Jay66UK Graduate]

Well done! The next run should be even better.

[Mashedpotato]

Well done! Week one is definitely the hardest in terms of will power and getting yourself out the door. Definitely give it a days rest between runs that will help your muscles recover - I know it’s tempting to crack on and run but definitely wait. That was the best bit of advice I’ve had on here