Ok its 2 weeks on n ive decided to keep repeating wk1, guess my muscles need more strengthening, so ive invested in a treadmill to help me along, my mind wants to do it, but my legs burn below knee rear side
Hoping that i can remain on app with treadmill n boost my muscles
Somebody say “ sue its ok to do that”
Course it is - some people need to do some repeats, because we’re all different, and that’s why the repeat facility is there. If your calves are aching badly on week 1 you’re probably going at it too hard and fast. You’re demanding big changes from your body and you need to allow it time to adjust. When I started I could barely jog for 20 seconds (not 8 repeats, just the first 20 seconds) and I started this as a two-pace walking programme. Then I jogged 10 seconds in each run, then 20 and so on. It took me nine weeks of repeats to conquer week 1 and another three weeks to get through week 2; then a single extra run for 3 and 4. I haven’t had to repeat since and I’m about to start week 8. So giving your body time and patience at first pays off later. Take it slow and steady and enjoy your journey. You can do this and we’re all right here with you x
Nobody is telling you how to do this. Of course its up to you. Have you thought of doing some other exercises to strengthen your muscles alongside your running?
Yes ive been doing stretches after etc n before run, think my age n fact ive not run before
My husband is a marathon runner, my pacing on jog has slowed right down, hoping treadmill might assist, i also had treatment for Bursitus last year (hip joints) bith sides so this will take time to grasp
Thank you for your comment
I was thinking more along the lines of core exercises to do on the 'rest' days (if you Google, you will find loads of ideas, and lots of demonstrations on YouTube). I started the programme aged 56, never been a runner before and with sore knees and hips. I did the programme week by week, not always with a great conviction that I would get through; but I did. Nearly 2 years on, I am pain free, running regularly and longer distances (still slow though!).
Have confidence in the programme and in your self. It's not always easy but each week is achievable 
Have you read the guide to the plan? healthunlocked.com/couchto5...
The stretches linked to are invaluable and can reduce the aches significantly.
Of course you can repeat, you are in control, but the basic guidance is that if you complete a workout then you are ready to move on. Only repeat if you do not complete. It takes some bravery to move on if you believe you will struggle, but you cannot fail this programme unless you head back to the couch.
This might help healthunlocked.com/couchto5...
You can do this.
Ty iannoda, i will look up m see what might assist me, im happy to search any additional info and i dont want anything from my partner as he is a real running guru and its bit like driving lessons, we go to a stranger more so
Im trying to avoid any further hip pain as ive only one course left of injections that i can have
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