Oldies,

[Pollymoore]

I have just turned 70. Have always exercised and kept an eye on my weight. I swim three times a week and also do pilates. My question is twofold. 1 Am I too old to start running the couch to 5K programme. I used to be a regular runner until about five years ago. 2 Is the programme suitable for someone with osteoarthritis in the lower back?

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5... and mentions an 83 year old graduate, so answer to question 1 is............age is a number, signifying how many times you have been around the sun...........not a limiting factor.

Number 2........most of us are not medically trained and while running is generally excellent for bone health it may not be appropriate for your specific condition........In other words, I don't know, so ask a medic.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Never too old to start C25K, not sure regarding that osteoarthritis, if you are not sure ask your doctor if it's OK for you to begin a running training program.

[grumpyoldgirl Graduate]

Definitely not too old, especially as you were running not so long ago. As for the arthritis, you'll need to ask a doctor. Although anecdotally, some people have felt better once they began the program, but you need an answer specific to you. Good luck!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Welcome....

Well done...

No you're not too old at all.

Please get your GP or consultant to give you the all clear to run...

And then...here we are😊

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

Too old? No! Age is but a number, and reading your post here... you’re a lot fitter than I was at the start!! You can do this... enjoy that journey.