Over 65?

[158pwr]

Hi I am just beginning the programme and wondering if I am the oldest person here! I am wondering if I am going to find it really difficult but am hoping I haven’t left it too late.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

No, definitely not too late, you are a young guy at 65, I am 72 and just completed C25K recently, I graduated with a 30 minute run just last Monday, just keep to the program, no shortcuts and you should be OK, there are no strict rules apart from keeping to the program, you can repeat any week you like, the mantra motto of C25K is "slow and steady" welcome to the club, you will find great advice, especially from the administrators and other runners, graduates as well. Once piece of advice to you in this hot weather, try your runs first thing in the morning when its cooler.

[Dexy5 Graduate in reply to AlMorr]

You have done brilliantly AlMorr 🏃‍♂️👏

[janearchutowska]

I just started today and I’m in my early 60’s. ITS NEVER TOO LATE

[158pwr in reply to janearchutowska]

Thanks - good to know!

[Bettyb719 Graduate]

Another 72 year old here! First time ever running. Am going to do Week 6 run 2 tomorrow morning! Believe in the programme, and listen to the fabulous advice on this forum. I couldn’t do without the support on here. It might be difficult, but not TOO difficult, and you’ll feel great when you see what you can do.

[158pwr in reply to Bettyb719]

Thanks for the reply - very encouraging!

[Dexy5 Graduate]

You certainly haven’t left it too late but if you have any health issues do check with you GP first. I am a bit younger at 60 and graduated within 9 weeks, but some people take a bit longer if they need it. It was hard for me to run 60 seconds when I started but today I ran 4.5 km . Just trust the programme and you will be amazed by your progress. I am hoping that this change in lifestyle will extend my life.

[158pwr in reply to Dexy5]

Thanks for the great advice!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

You have got to be joking............we had an 83 year old graduate last year!

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

Enjoy your journey.

[158pwr in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thanks for the advice - your guide is very comprehensive!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Hahahahha! Sorry... pardon my mirth! Nope...not by a loooooong way.

So many of us seasoned runners here

I am 68 Started this at 65... half way through my half marathon training...but on the IC currently ..( NOT running related).

This is an amazing place,,,check out the link from IannodaTruffe ...keep it slow, and keep it steady and enjoy!!!

" It's never too late to change your life"

Keep posting please

[158pwr in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks for the very encouraging advice!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to 158pwr]

Welcome😊

[Agelesslass]

I’m 64 and graduating this week, running for 30 minutes with ease now, never thought it would be possible.

[158pwr in reply to Agelesslass]

Thanks for the encouragement - I will get there!

[SueCTo5k]

I graduated on my 65th Birthday having been exercise averse all my life. It was a great feeling and continues to be so. Some mornings it’s harder to get going than others and this heat is a bit much!

[158pwr in reply to SueCTo5k]

Thanks for responding - very encouraging!

[theoldfellow]

You are right on time.

The time to do this is when you are motivated to do it. I waited 68 years, so you are way ahead already.

[158pwr in reply to theoldfellow]

Very sensible and encouraging!

[limberlou Graduate]

Nope you are not alone. I started mid March, graduated from Couch to 5k on May 22th,ran my first 5k 3days later, first 10k June 16th and was 65 on June 24th.

Just in case the first 10k was a fluke I am now following jujus plan on Bridge to 10k.

You can do it and there is always loads of support on here. Best advice ever? Take it slow... and then slow down some more.

And yes, in THIS weather, run early in the morning.

[158pwr in reply to limberlou]

Well done to you - feeling positive now!

[CliveWoolley Graduate]

I'm 74, about to start week 5. You will just have to go for it and rejoice in your progress. There is so much help and encouragement on this forum. Nobody finds it easy.

[158pwr in reply to CliveWoolley]

Thanks very much - I will get there!

[Kazbar10 Graduate]

You're never to old to do anything, so welcome to the forum and enjoy the running, slow & steady 🏃🏃🏃

[158pwr in reply to Kazbar10]

Thanks - good advice!

[Gran4z Graduate]

Not too old, I just completed 10 days ago and I'm 70 and proud!! It is hard going sometimes, I have to be honest, but it's worth it. Be warned, it's addictive too 😎. Enjoy, keep really well hydrated everyday, not just run days, follow the programme and you will succeed😎

[158pwr in reply to Gran4z]

That is brilliant - I wont worry about age any more! Thanks

[Gran4z Graduate in reply to 158pwr]

Good, it's just a number anyway 🙃

[Rumour Graduate]

I graduated at 67 and my wife at 64 at the end of May this year. Best thing we ever did! We still run three mornings a week, one of which is a Parkrun. (5K) My best Parkrun time is 34:53 last Saturday. It was great getting out with our family and running.

Just take it slow and follow the program, you will be just fine. When I look back to the first week, huffing and puffing after 60 seconds, and here I am running for 30 minutes. Recovery time is great at about three minutes before I can walk back to the car. Blood pressure has come down and you know what? I feel great!

Good luck with the program, if you get a bit down, pop back on here and read some of the inspiring posts. Get on to Facebook and find "Finish for Matt" and read the wonderful stories on there. But remember this one thing. As soon as you have completed that first running set Week one, Day one, you are a runner. The friendliness is amazing and the changes are awesome. With you all the way, so keep on keeping on.

[Falcn]

Well, you top me I started on my 60th birthday. Jog on as they say

[Gran4z Graduate in reply to Falcn]

Yes, keep on running - who sang that? Definitely a 60s hit, oops really showing my age now 😳😀

[158pwr]

I will!