Oh dear

[Ahddthvf]

First day today and didn't manage all the program. I got it all wrong, not eaten all day, route with a hill. And my hands hurt it was so cold. Feeling rubbish. Do I do day 1again? Any advice would be much appreciated

[E27M14 Graduate]

Take a rest day and try again. I had to repeat the first one as I was really bad at it! I am now in week 5 and loving it. Not had to repeat a run since. Just because this one didn’t go well for you doesn’t mean you can’t do it. Learn from your mistakes and try again. Good luck.

[Ahddthvf in reply to E27M14]

Thank you

[thisfishcan Graduate]

Don't worry just see it as a little trial run.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

You can only fail this programme by heading permanently back to the couch.

Have a rest day, read the guide and have another go, perhaps a bit slower.

You can do this!

Enjoy your journey.

[Fruitloop1]

At least you know where you went wrong, try again...if I can crack it, I'd like to think anything is possible 😊 Good luck and take care.

[Deals1 Graduate]

Don't stress it! Just try again

Good luck

[ktsok Graduate]

It’s hard, that first run. We think running is something we should just be able to do and it’s a bit of a shocker when the oxygen runs out after 30 seconds! But loads of lessons learned on your very first run!

1. Wear gloves 2. Eat and drink a bit more 3. Find a flatter route 4. (I’m guessing this one) Go slower!

Good luck 🙂

[gotmytrainers]

Agree with all this! I would add that layers will help you.

I start off all bundled up and take off my scarf, gloves and hat as the run progresses. They are thin thermal ones so all fit easily in my jacket pockets. I now have those ear muff headbands (so I don’t get too overheated) and running gloves with the touch screen fingers to work my music/app.

Tiny slopes (when walking) do feel like bloody mountains. Try again - it will get better. xx