It begins.. first run completed

[Oasis54]

It's been about 10 years since any serious cardio so that was quite hard going! Found it difficult to walk 'briskly' inbetween and could taste blood/metal in my mouth which after some googling I hear is somewhat normal. Now to do it again on Sunday!

[51firstrun Graduate]

Well done

[Oasis54 in reply to 51firstrun]

Thank you!

[Legion Graduate]

The first run is the hardest! Well done. I've just started C25K again, but I remember how hard those first runs were. I never imagined I could last a whole minute, let alone 30! I don't know about the metallic taste, that's a new one to me. Just make sure you get a rest day between runs, and don't be afraid to repeat runs/weeks if you need to. I may just stay on Week 1 for a few weeks this time around! Enjoy the journey. C25K is a true life changer. Happy running.

[Oasis54 in reply to Legion]

Thanks Legion! My legs are really aching today - can’t quite believe how unfit I’ve let myself become. But looking forward to seeing the improvements! Might try to slow down a little tomorrow given all the advice on here. Good luck with starting again - having done it before it must be nice to know you can totally do it again. Enjoy!

[Legion Graduate in reply to Oasis54]

It is easier second time around, as you don't have that mental battle with yourself. If your legs ache, it wouldn't be a bad idea to go for a bit of a walk on your rest days, just not too fast/far. Definitely a good idea to slow the running down. Have fun.

[Oasis54 in reply to Legion]

My second run was much easier, just like you said! I even did an extra minute (the audacity!) ha! And not as achey today. Looking forward to tomorrow's now