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First run in decades today.

55 and overweight.

Time to turn it round.

Day 1 in Dulwich Park.

Knackered but chuffed.

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Shazza1969

Well done 👍

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Tasha99Graduate

Well done! You’ll be hooked in no time! You’ve got this.

Just remember to slow down and slow down again as you progress. Also, stick to this forum as it’s fab for support!

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Thanks

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slowsue

Well done

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Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

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

Enjoy the journey.

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Dexy5Graduate

Well Done. The biggest step is starting the programme. Just follow it slowly and you’ll be amazed at your progress.

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Thanks

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Jools7000

Thanks

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ccarter100

You can do it! I’m 56, very chubby, and no fitness to speak of. I am following the program to a T, taking extra rest days here and there as I need them, and yesterday I ran two sets of eight minutes without a stop (week 5). You will be able to do this, too!

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