Week 2 still new!

[Daisycat2]

Hi there! Second run of week 2 competed today in glorious sunshine. Really enjoying it but strangely finding the second half of runs easier than the first bit. Ankles and feet really ache for the first part then seem better. Is this normal and any tips to help deal with this?

[DiscoRunner Graduate]

Think you’re discovering the toxic 10! It’s you warming up to the running. You may also be running too fast. Nice and slow worked for me. And still does!

[Daisycat2 Graduate in reply to DiscoRunner]

Thanks DiscoRunner. I'm trying slow and steady but maybe I'm not slow enough! Not heard of the toxic 10 before - that sounds about right.

[DiscoRunner Graduate in reply to Daisycat2]

Search Japanese slow jogging movement on youtube and you’ll find a short film showing how to run slowly. I’m doing it and having pain free runs - and am now able to run for 35 mins!

[Daisycat2 Graduate in reply to DiscoRunner]

Just had a look at this. Definitely going to try it out. Thanks for the advice! Can't imagine running for 5 minutes let alone 35 minutes but hopefully I'll get there!

[ButtercupKid Graduate]

Welcome along ! Running on grass or hardcore rather than tarmac or paving reduces impact and consequent pain: might be worth a try ?

[Daisycat2 Graduate in reply to ButtercupKid]

Good advice, thanks. I'll check out some alternative routes as I've been running on pavements so far.

[ButtercupKid Graduate in reply to Daisycat2]

Hope it helps x

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started

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

Most new runner's aches and pains are caused primarily by the impact of running, so do all you can to minimise it.

Slow down, avoid heelstriking, keep footfall under your body not out in, run on grass or treadmill and wear proper running shoes fitted after a gait analysis done at a specialist running shop.

Enjoy your journey.

[Daisycat2 Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

All advice gratefully received!