Week 5

[Redlacerunner]

Just going to complete week 5, ran for 2x 8 mins, next run is 20 mins then back down to 5,8,5 mins seems a big jump!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

There is no big jump........it is the shortest workout since W3.

This explains it all healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

You can do this.

[Redlacerunner in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thank you, just need to look at it in a different way. Think its more mental than physical to be honest. Thanks again for support

[orcadia Graduate in reply to Redlacerunner]

It's definitely more mental than physical. But everything's my you've done up to now means you definitely have the fitness to do it - you just need to believe that!

[GrowFins Graduate in reply to Redlacerunner]

I'm also on w5 and like you I've been thinking about run 3 all week, having some doubts that I could double the running time without any walking breaks.

I've just come back from run 3 this morning .... and it was actually easier than I thought it would be !

If it's any help, I chose to do a really familiar route and did it just using a stopwatch as I didn't want to be reminded how much time was remaining too early on ! Settled in to my usual pace and focused on the breathing and footfall.

Great sense of achievement to look forward to when you finish it - I feel now that I am going to be able to complete the full program

[ANewMe1 Graduate]

I completed W5R3 yesterday. You are right it is a mental challenge. You are ready for this run, trust in the programme, you can do it. You'll feel amazing when you do. Just go for it. Good luck 👍

[Runners Graduate]

I felt exactly the same but you will surprise yourself when you do it.

[StormyMonday Graduate]

I completed this yesterday after a nervous build up. It was physically absolutely fine but mentally hard. Keep it slow, focus on breathing, look around and enjoy the run. The first 5 minutes are the worst. After that I felt I had put all my negative demons to rest. You can do this!

[Giantslayer Graduate]

I did that run today and although I have done the c25k before, I was still apprehensive. First time I did the programme I repeated week 5. Managed to do it properly today. Mental attitude is definitely the key. The first ten minutes were the hardest for me. Had to do a mental push at that point. About 15 mins in didn't feel that bad although I'd be lying if I said I wasnt delighted to hear the end of the run message. The bonus is knowing you can run that long. It's a great boost. Good luck on your run!