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Hi all

Not did any running since i left school many years ago.

Had my 1st Wk1 day 1 run yeaterday - legs are a bit sore today. Out again tomorrow morning for day 2 run.

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telford_mikeGraduate

Well done for getting started - no going back now! You'll get all sorts of weird aches and pains during the programme, but hopefully nothing that’ll stop you running. Good luck!

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Onlycar

Well done!! I felt the same but it felt easier the second time.

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IannodaTruffeMentor

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

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

Enjoy your journey.

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Dexy5Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe

Welcome to c25k. Just take it slowly and you will get there. You will feel a few niggles while your body adjusts to exercise but stop if it’s real pain.

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