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I have been reading the links, but can’t find the answer. I have been running every other day, so I guess I’m running 7 times a fortnight, thinking that was what I should be doing, but should we be taking two consecutive rest days once a week (and keeping it chronological)?

I read a post earlier that said we should... obviously our bodies should be the ultimate guide, but I know a lot of effort has gone into designing this programme so wondered what the C25k advice is.

Thanks!

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Don't know about everyone else I run Mon, wed, Fri as that suits me as long as you have rest days in between it's up to you what days you run 😊

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Millsie-JGraduate

You can do what suits you, at least one rest day betwen runs but add in an extra one if you feel the need or it suits life better. Enjoy😆

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ItstheMarchHareGraduate

Either is fine. I think it was probably designed to be three sessions in a week, with runners keeping to the same days every week. Part of what the programme is good at, is instilling a habit and that is easier with regular days. But if you can maintain the habit while running every other day, then go for it 😊

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UnfitNoMoreGraduate

As long as there’s a rest day between each run you’re good... it can be a 6 day week, 7, 8 maybe even 9 or 10

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Irish-JohnGraduate in reply toUnfitNoMore

This is how I did it. Once I graduated/got comfortable with my runs I now relax the schedule by sometimes taking two or even three Rest days depending on circumstances. But - I NEVER run two consecutive days, no way will I risk that :)

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mafeeGraduate

I generally run every other day - which means I am doing more than some BUT I am only in the first few weeks - a second day of rest is my back up so I can take it if I want to. I think if I have had a long walk or been dancing, then 2 rest days with activity on them is OK. Hope that makes sense.

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ktsokGraduate in reply tomafee

Yes it does. We are on the same schedule... what dancing do you do? I used to dance Argentine tango and a bit of salsa...

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mafeeGraduate in reply toktsok

I do Ceroc (jive) - I have done salsa and tango in the past but Ceroc is just down the road for me. I have also just started ( 3 sessions in) adult ballet - which I have never done before but am really enjoying. week 5 tomorrow

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ktsokGraduate in reply tomafee

Happy New Year!

Oooh very cool list of pursuits. Ceroc is very aerobic, you must be fit - and flexible! I looked into adult ballet a few years back, it’s such a great exercise for balance, strength, grace and flexibility, but there weren’t any classes near me. I think I’d snap now if I tried it!

Yes, week 5 is very much here... Post to come but... 👊 😉

Good luck later! X

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