Jogging

[Leejackson11]

Well Saturday was my very 1st attempt at couch to 5k, I done it, I was very proud of myself for trying it my time was 40mins, I will be taking part not this Saturday as I am working but the following Saturday so I will be trying to beat my time or even if its the same time.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Welcome..are you on the C25K programme..?

nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/c...

The first week is not 40 minutes run..

Please check out our FAQ post for new runners..😊

[Leejackson11 in reply to Oldfloss]

Wasn't meaning I had jogged it all brisk walk for 5 mins then a wee jog then a walk again kept repeating what I was getting told to do

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your running.

This guide to the Couch to 5k training plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Because you can run 5k does not mean that your body is conditioned to do so without a hugely increased risk of injury. That is the purpose of C25K, to condition your body with a gentle progression in demand, so that in about 9 weeks you will be able to run for thirty minutes, which may or may not be 5k. Having completed the plan, 5k is normally within easy reach and your body will be better adapted to cope with those demands.

I would recommend any new runner follow a plan such as C25K.

Take care.

Enjoy your journey.

[Leejackson11 in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Yes I will be following the plan