Week 3 complete

[WickedAlwaysWins]

So this week started off a little wobbly with my health throwing a spanner in the works which meant I had to change my run days. I was very hard on myself mentally because i felt like my body had let me down yet again, but I think it has also been the first time that I have listened to my body and addressed the fact that sometimes I may not be able to do what I want to do, there and then but that's okay because I can always make time to do it later and the most important part is that I need to be healthy enough to run. Lasts nights run was perfect!! I can finally feel myself getting fitter building more stamina each run is becoming more of challenge as I increase my running time but it's also becoming easier as I know I can do this. I am starting to believe in myself more and more. I actually want to run. 3 weeks ago I didn't even want to leave the house and now I am about to start week 4 Couch to 5k has not only improved my fitness but it has also improved the way I think its helping me with my mental health its helping me connect with my own body. I took an hour after last nights run just to sit with my thoughts and reflect on how far I have already come.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

In the photo you certainly look 'faraway in your thoughts' just wondering what music 🎶 you are listening to!!. 😊

Congratulations on completing week 3.

Onwards and upwards to week 4, enjoy.

[JaoJao]

I am on week 3 and it feels amazing even at this stage. It is certainly a step up from the previous weeks 1 and 2. I mean, running non stop for 3 minutes! 3 minutes! That is something to celebrate. I wish you luck for the rest of your journey and keep posting your updates.

I think you are right to listen to your body and take time out if you need it. I used to have set days for week 1 and 2, i.e. Mon, Wed and Fri. Now, this last week I have switched it up to every other day because I feel like I am running away with the running plan. Keep enjoying it and don't worry if you need to switch days or do something different to keep up the commitment and your mommentum.

[Buddy34 Graduate]

Well done you , getting out and running will do you the world of good 😊

[ButtercupKid Graduate]

Well done you. Getting on better terms with my body has been one of the best gains out of this programme - glad you’re finding that too x