Can’t believe I’m on week 3

[Polly0274]

I’ve just completed my last run of week 3 and added an extra 6 1/2 mins of running into the 30 minutes.

I’ve managed a 4 minute run so think I will struggle with the 5 minute run next week.

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

Good job. Try to not adjust the plan, it’s finely balanced to minimise injury risk. You’ll be running 30 minutes soon enough.

You can do the 5s.

[Polly0274 in reply to UnfitNoMore]

I jut don’t think I’ll be able to run from 3 minutes to 5 minutes next week but I will 100% give it my best.

[UnfitNoMore Graduate in reply to Polly0274]

It’s all in the mind.. your body has been prepared by the runs you’ve done. Slow and steady pace and believe in yourself... tell yourself out loud that you can do it.

[Polly0274 in reply to UnfitNoMore]

My recovery is a lot quicker after each run than the first week which I find positive so I will remain focused for Monday’s run.

[UnfitNoMore Graduate in reply to Polly0274]

That’s the fitness level rising... you’ll be even stronger by Monday... as you relax your legs are taking the fuel they need for a repair and build as you sleep.

[Polly0274 in reply to UnfitNoMore]

I do really ache after a run and my shins ache, when you touch them sometimes they feel like they’re bruised. I’ve checked my shoes and they are supportive but maybe it’s because of my weight and the fact I’ve never ran before! I’ve gone from 15 stone 5 to 14 stone 3 in 2 months so slow and steady.

[UnfitNoMore Graduate in reply to Polly0274]

Try some compression socks.

Congratulations on the weight loss and yes, that’s a good sustainable loss rate... just keep it like that and you’ll have no worries when you hit your goal.

[Polly0274 in reply to UnfitNoMore]

I’ll look into the socks thank you. I’ll update you on a Monday as to whether I succeed 🙈

[buzzards Graduate]

I'm on week 4. Trust the plan - you will be able to do 5 minutes.