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Hi all,

I did my first run today, starting from the beginning. Not ran in over a year due to a bout of depression which knocked me for 6 (never been in that situation before). But I got myself out today, and really enjoyed it.. I’ll admit I struggled on the 4th/5th/6th run but think it was more mentally than physically!

My pace was 13 according to Strava so I’m looking forward to seeing that increase along with the time spent running !

Look forward to Wednesday and getting stronger as the weeks go on.

Thanks

Dan

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UnfitNoMoreGraduate

Good job Dan... welcome back to running. Hope it felt great being back out there.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Welcome..check out the FAQ for new runners loads of great advice. Mantra is steady and slow ...keep posting and.. enjoy!

PS

Are you from Stoke 😉

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DanStoke1 in reply toOldfloss

Oh yes - from the motherland !

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply toDanStoke1

Just down the road a bit :)

You will find that the mental benefits from this programme, are as invaluable as the physical ones... Many. many of us have experienced similar issues and the running has quite literally been a life changer:)

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steviej99Graduate

Welcome Dan, Im sure you'll get great benefits from following the programme, I certainly have. Keep coming back here to report your highs and lows ( if any😊) this is a very supportive community and very motivational. Great to have you with us

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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...

My top tip to you is to forget about speed. C25K is about building stamina and speed will follow.

Enjoy your journey.

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ItstheMarchHareGraduate

Welcome! I’m on week 2. I found the first run of week one the hardest, partly as I’ve never run before. I have depression so I’m hoping to improve mind and body 😊

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