Difficult run w7r3

[Dillyseesee]

I have had a fabulous C25K journey so far.... but I really struggled this evening.... my legs felt heavy and the front and back were painful. I went the same route that I went on w7r1 and I was short by a way tonight.... I have been reading others posts on here and have been sort of waiting to have a difficult run... I feel a bit disappointed but think I will wait an extra day before starting week 8.... is that the right thing to do do you think? Thanks!

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Personally, I would re-do this run after a rest day before moving on to week 8.

[Dillyseesee Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Thanks avo.... I might just do that!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Well done, you did it.

Heavy legs can be a symptom of poor hydration.

There is nothing wrong with an extra rest day as the runs get longer.

[MrsBeario Graduate]

Poor you, but you’re in good company; I bet most of the posters on this forum have had an off day-it’s normal.

But do heed Iannoda Truffe’s advice on hydration, before & after exercise but throughout the day too. If it’s any help, i’ve found taking two rest days between runs suits me far better than just one-maybe it’s my age 😂

And agree that consolidation is always a good idea-proves you can crack it.

Keep going and be kind to yourself-best of luck xx

[ButtercupKid Graduate]

Hey, you did it ! Well done you ⭐️ Personally I’d go on to week 8, but with the attitude that you plan to try it and enjoy the attempt rather than thrash it. You can do this ! And we’re all right behind you !

[Dillyseesee Graduate]

Thank you everyone for your support! This site is great! X