This is scary!

[Soldreive]

I know I need to do this but what if I can't do it? What if I start and can't get back home? What if I get so breathless I go all dizzy? What about my mum, housebound at home, if anything happens to me? What if it makes my knees hurt even more?

I know I'm obese with high bp and painful knees. I'm also 65, sole unpaid carer for my mum, 90, who's housebound after a stroke and has acute heart failure. I have little or no support from family who are 100s of miles away and I'm very lonely.

Couch to 5k is obviously what I need so why does it terrify me? Answers on a postcard please, lol.

Meanwhile I'm off to download the app, unbox the fitbit thingy that's been in the cupboard for a least six months and gather all my determination. Wish me luck.

[Pattypoos Graduate]

Good luck. Think like a snail x

[SnailRunner71 Graduate]

It rings a bell at the halfway mark, I turn back and follow same route

Also, if you can't do any of the run bits, then don't, just walk

The best bit is just having a go

Good luck

[Lallis Graduate]

Dear Soldreive, look in the mirror, reassure the frightened child you have inside and tell him that there is a nice world out there to have fun and that continue with the c25k program is only good for you. I understand giù because even my inner child is often afraid and I must cuddle. kisses

[Soldreive]

Thank you, lovely people. Onwards and upwards 😎 x

[misswobble Graduate]

Take a phone 👍 All of life is out there We have to go out. We can’t spend our lives thinking “should I” or “what if”.

C25k is gentle and it’s fun. No sweat, no hurry, no pressure. It’s flamin good though 💪🙂👍🏃‍♀️

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You CAN do it. It isn't a race or a competition and there are no prizes for running instead of walking at the start. Being out there and getting some exercise is the important thing.

I would suggest that you pop along to the doctors to have a quick chat about your intentions. They should be able to check and reassure you.

Also, may I suggest that you look at this video? My absolute favourite about running.

youtu.be/btzJUYd1BVA(Not working as expected?)

5 minutes of inspiration.

Good luck, and keep us posted. We ARE interested, and we will encourage and support all the way...

[Ibot]

Sounds like you need a hug. 🤗

You are putting to much pressure on yourself. You are not leaving mum for good just say 20 minutes. She will be fine. Does she have a phone/pendant.

Trust me you will feel amazing, just take it one step at a time. You can do this !!

It will do you the world of good to do something for yourself