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Week 2 -done :-)

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...just completed W2R3 :-) -Still sounding like a dodgy boiler during the runs. I'm just about getting my breath back during recovery...need to find a more consistent pace.

The tip about landing with the heels made a huge difference to my niggly knee (if only to bring my awareness to my footfalls).

-The weather has been lovely although I was grateful for the breeze on R2 lol

Just trying to enjoy the journey :-)

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Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Check this post out..lots of useful tips there:)

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Well done you..just keep it slow and steady :)

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SamarikaGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you :-) I'll check out the link.

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UnfitNoMoreGraduate

Good job. Changing what your feet do took some concentration and effort. Your body had to adapt to that too, so there’s more reason to celebrate beating this week. Enjoy week 3

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SamarikaGraduate in reply to UnfitNoMore

Thank you :-)

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FlyingredGraduate

Well done. You're doing really well. I found the early week runs similar to you. If you're out of breath when you start the walking recovery interval it means that you were going too fast, so try slowing it down. As you progress you'll find your strength and stamina increase naturally. Just follow the plan, be patient and you'll get there!

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SamarikaGraduate in reply to Flyingred

Thank you :-)

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cheeseheads

great job!!! it gets better so enjoy it

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SamarikaGraduate in reply to cheeseheads

Thanks :-)

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ShakywakeyGraduate

Good luck. Sounds like you are making great progress .I’m about to start week 3 tomorrow. I can’t wait to get out running again 😁

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SamarikaGraduate in reply to Shakywakey

...Thank you. Hope you enjoy tomorrow :-)

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katchowGraduate

Good job! I'll be doing this run after work :)

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SamarikaGraduate in reply to katchow

...Thank you. Hope you enjoy your run :-)

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