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Wk1 day 1 ... it has started

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Well after a long time of thinking about things and having absolutely no motivation for pretty much anything, I have finally made the big step.

In truth I had no choice... I have to get fit and lose weight.

Not gonna lie, it was pretty tough, considering I have never run before.

But hopefully over time I’ll lose some weight and get better at what I’m doing.

Got a nice little route to run on, and some nice tunes to listen to whilst I’m running.

Check out Testpilot on iTunes 😉😉

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Well done Zane2G on starting C25K with run 1 of week 1, welcome to the forum, I am sure you will enjoy your running, onwards and upwards to run 2 and the rest of the program up to week 9 run 3 in 9 weeks time when you will graduate, however, if you wish to repeat any runs or weeks there is no harm in doing so, a good healthy diet as well will help you with your fitness and weight.

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Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

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

Enjoy your journey.

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jaybrass73Graduate

Well done! You’ve made the first step, I’m only a couple of weeks ahead of you but it’s the best thing I’ve done for a long time! I’m starting W3 tomorrow and unbelievably for me, I’m excited to exercise!! I’m an overweight mid forty year old male who needed to do something so I’m around to see my grandkids! Keep going!👏👏👏

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skysue16Graduate

Fantastic! Well done for getting out there and giving it a go, you won't regret it :)

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MyzinnyboyGraduate

I’ve just started week I too. I did my first run yesterday, and it was not too bad. I’m overweight by over 2 stone and got a few miles on my own clock, but at least we are out and giving it a go.

Good luck with your second run.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Follow the link for the FAQ post.. slow and steady and you are on your way!

Take it gently and take a peek maybe at our sister site, Weight Loss NHS, linked with a healthy eating regime, you may find that you do lose some weight, What you will feel is fitter and healthier:)

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mummybowlesGraduate

Well done. The hardest thing is getting out there. Keep posting on here and you'll receive lots of support and motivation from fellow c25k'ers. And take it slow and steady to build stamina - pace will come later. It's a great programme - I won't lie to you, every run is hard, but the feeling afterwards is definitely worth it! All the best to you

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PianismGraduate

Well done Zane - you've done the hardest bit now! I was in exactly the same place a few weeks ago and I cannot overstate the difference running has made to me, physically and mentally. My advice would be to trust the programme and just do what it says, no excuses, rain or shine. Don't push too hard and get plenty of rest too. You will be astounded! All the very best for it!

I’m kinda in the same boat as you re. motivation for anything and I too did my first run yesterday. Let’s smash this!

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Zane2G

Thank you everyone for the kind words and encouragement :-)

One the other motivating fact to get fit is that I've recent been diagnosed as Type 2 Diabetic.

So things HAD to be done.

Hopefully over the coming weeks I can get fit and lose a few (lot) of pounds.

Onwards and Upwards.

I'll also keep everyone updated on my choice of "Music to run to"....lol

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johnm12Graduate

Woohoo. Well done. Please keep posting your progress. As others have said, the hardest bit for most of us is getting out there. The programme is brilliant and well structured. Just take it steady and you will amaze yourself!

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FionaLambGraduate

Fantastic you 🤗. Trust the program and don’t don’t don’t skip a rest day. X

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Zane2G

So a mini up date on the music I listened to during run yesterday.

Artist: Testpilot

Album: Live At Electric Forest 2018

And it’s available here 😊😊

itunes.apple.com/gb/album/l...

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