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[Islerunner]

Hi there. I’m new to the group from the Isle of Wight. I’m on W4R1, finally admitting to people that I’m doing it and not just sneaking out in the dark to run. It’s kinda ok so far although I’m always nervous of the first two runs of the week that I won’t be able to do it. W5 looks terrifying

[steviej99 Graduate]

Welcome Islerunner. Sounds like you're doing great so what's to fear!😊 Keep it slow and steady and trust the programme. Each run and each week prepares you for the next. No need to look too far ahead, you'll smash it. And keep posting on here the level of support and motivation is great, it definitely helped me

[Islerunner in reply to steviej99]

Thanks for that. I’ve been following the conversations and find it really interesting and I thought as it was getting harder I might need to jump in and join to get some extra support. I’m a solitary runner so it’s nice to hear that others are in the same boat/have the same fears, etc.

[PaulS83]

Bloody hell, everywhere is a hill on that island, no matter which way you go. You’re halfway up a hill, legs get tired so you about-turn and you’re still going uphill. To you, sir/madam, I tip my hat.

I’m just the other side of the Solent (the blue half). Look out for distress flares and send help accordingly. I’ll do the same for you.

[Islerunner in reply to PaulS83]

Haha, that’s funny. I run (!?!) along the front near Cowes, so will look out for your flares!

[Letties Graduate]

Hey Islerunner.

I'm at exactly same point as you in the programme. I'm giving myself extra credit... because who starts running when it's cold,dark,wet and snowy??

Well done you for doing it too!

L

[Islerunner in reply to Letties]

That’s cool. I’m doing W4R2 tomorrow morning.

[Islerunner in reply to Islerunner]

Did it! It was ok. Allegedly my fastest and furthest yet 😁

[Chris141 Graduate in reply to Letties]

Your’re quite right! Who chooses this time of year! I did because I was diagnosed with Type 2 in December, which kicked my ass into losing 2st before Christmas now approaching 2. 5 and decided on this programme as Stage 2 of my fight back! Funnily enough just after my very 1st Run I had my first 3month review and found I was in remission! Just driving me harder though to put right several years of doing wrong!

[Letties Graduate in reply to Chris141]

That's amazing . Well done.

I attempted ANOTHER try at c25k at exactly same time last year,and by week three the Dr was urging me to rest due to lung issues.

So much for excersize making you healthier.

Fingers crossed this year is as positive as your story.

[Chris141 Graduate in reply to Letties]

It will be! Believe!

[Islerunner in reply to Chris141]

Wow, that’s big!! Congratulations!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

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

None of the weeks are terrifying.........if you find that follow the link in the guide to the post about mental approach.

Relax and enjoy the journey.

[Granspeed Graduate]

I’m chugging along across the water in Lymington. I’ll think of you in Cowes, one of our favourite spots to visit. I’d have a run at Lepe where I could see you but - rather stoney along that frontage! Enjoy the programme; it really works! 🐌 🏃🏼‍♀️

[Chris141 Graduate]

My family are in Southampton! I’m now in Harlow Essex, but know all the areas you all talking about!

[Tiptopcat]

Congrats on making it to Week 4. We all deserve extra points for starting out at this time of the year. How dark and cold is it? Are we crazy? Hahaha.

Good luck with your next run