Breathing

[Hayleyalmostarunner]

Morning New to this platform, just been for a run in week 2, I’m really struggling with controlling my breathing any tips Thanks

Happy Monday 😁

[ArthurJG Graduate]

Run a bit slower. And don’t worry about counting breaths as the app suggests: most people on here found that didn’t help and that breathing gradually sorted itself out over a few weeks as they got used to running. But going slower does help.

[Hayleyalmostarunner in reply to ArthurJG]

Thank you I will try that 😁👍🏻

[ArthurJG Graduate in reply to Hayleyalmostarunner]

Be gentle with yourself: your body is still protesting at this new demand you’re placing on it but it’ll get used to it

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Welcome and well done..

Please do check out this post for Newbies...

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

There is much great information and advice there...

If you are struggling with breathing at this stage..then just slow down...relax and breathe like you do all the time... without thinking about it

Slow and steady is the mantra and you will be amazed where it takes you

[Hayleyalmostarunner in reply to Oldfloss]

Thank you 😊

[Islesrunner Graduate]

I got to week 4 before I was fit enough to breathe deeply and slowly enough.

Looking back, I could have repeated runs to help with my breathing.

My breathing is fine now on week 6.

[Hayleyalmostarunner in reply to Islesrunner]

Thank you go you week 6 😁

[Archieandme Graduate]

Hi Hayley, i remember wishing I had an oxygen tank behind me! I tried controlling my breathing but it was never going to work. I’ve just done W4R2 and the breathing has stopped being gasping 😅 it’ll sort itself out as you progress. Enjoy.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5... and explains the recommended easy conversational pace, which will enable you to breathe.

Enjoy your journey.