Here we go!

[RiaT]

Well it’s week one, day 1 tomorrow..... I’m sure I can do it though is I did C25K two years ago and got to whatever week the 20 minute run is on....

Scary though... dodgy knees and overweight but determined.

Wish me luck! 😬🙏🏼🤞🏼

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

No luck needed... just you... your running shoes and us... right here beside you... Go get it!

[RiaT in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks Oldfloss. Didn’t have this app or the support before - think it’s wonderful!

[Zara2017 Graduate in reply to RiaT]

As above... well said.

Just you. You can do it.

I love the kind words and wisdom this group brings. I just joined a local running group and the kindness (in person as well as on line) is brilliant.

Might be worth seeing if there are local clubs near you? We're learning a c25k together then get homework on top to practise. It's free and run by volunteers. People can be kind! It put my faith back in humanity. 😊

[RiaT in reply to Zara2017]

Aww thanks Zara. Just did my first run. Was shocked when the voice said you can slow to a brisk walk after the first run! Was so surprised at myself! Then ran the next 3 ok then got awful palpitations and went a bit dizzy. Paused the app and then picked it up again and finished it. Sooo pleased.

[Zara2017 Graduate in reply to RiaT]

Good for you for finishing. How amazing do you feel when you finish running on each day that you do it. Loving it.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your decision.

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

Enjoy your journey.

[RiaT in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thank you! I’ll have a read.

[RiaT in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Can I ask how you managed to get your profile pic in the right place?! Tried numerous times but my pic moves either to the right or to the bottom of the circle!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor in reply to RiaT]

You may need to crop it so there is little opportunity for it to be moved off-centre.

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

You’ll do this... come and talk to us often... most here run every other day, so we are running right there with you. We can cheer you on when it’s great... sometimes it’s hard work and then we can swap notes about our experiences and have you ready for the next run. Enjoy your journey.

[RiaT in reply to UnfitNoMore]

Aww what a lovely message. Thank you. And yes, I’ll keep popping on and chatting to you all

[Meggiraffe]

Good luck I've done day one today and enjoyed it you'll do great x

[RiaT in reply to Meggiraffe]

Wow! Well done! Have you ran before?

[Strugglingsurvivor]

Just done the first week , same as you overweight and determined . Thought knees were ok until last night but feeling it today . The sense of achievement outways everything . I am not pretty when I run but I am running just remember that . Good luck

[RiaT in reply to Strugglingsurvivor]

Aww thank you. And I’ll be the same! Red as a berry and plodding along wobbling! Good luck to us both

[Emlist29 Graduate]

You’ll love it. Just take it at your own pace and enjoy.

I’ve found a lot of strength in this group. Everyone is so helpful when I’ve needed support.

I’m on week 7 and can’t believe how far I’ve come (I’m overweight and before this a non runner)

All the best to you.

[RiaT in reply to Emlist29]

Wow! That’s fantastic! Well done! Has it helped with weight loss? Or inch loss? But well done!

[O8sp]

Week 1 day 1 for me too tomorrow and also an overweight non runner. I had lost a fair bit of weight and had got quite fit over the last couple of years but had problems with a very underactive thyroid over the last 9 months and have not had much energy to do anything so feel like I'm starting from scratch with regards to fitness. I am doing this as part of a running club with people I haven't met yet so hopefully it will be a bit more enjoyable and will be held accountable and less likely to give up. Good luck to all of us on this journey!

[RiaT in reply to O8sp]

Aww good luck to you too!! Good idea with a club. Be more fun but none near me sadly. For beginners anyway! Have a fab run!

[Katiepops Graduate]

Woohoo! Have a great time, you can do it.x

[RiaT in reply to Katiepops]

Thank you!!

[CharlieChurch]

We CAN do it. I've just done week 1 day 2 and it soon comes back. Good luck with your first run. Easy does it 👍🏃‍♀️🏃

[RiaT in reply to CharlieChurch]

Thank you!

[Soontobefunmum Graduate]

Good luck, you can do it

[HTML5]

You'll be fine, just don't overdo it.

[RiaT]

Well I did it! Ran the first 3 runs fine then got awful palpitations so had to pause the app until they went. Then got up and finished it! Took about 40 minutes but I’m soo chuffed!

Read about how to avoid the palpitations and I think I was dehydrated. No water before my run or during so I’ll make sure I hydrate properly on Wednesday!

Thank you all for your amazing support! Have the best day ☺️

[Lib75 Graduate]

Good luck! I'm mid 40s, overweight with dodgy everything and I managed too graduate 😂😂 it's hard work but definitely worth the effort x

[RiaT in reply to Lib75]

Thanks Lib! Week 1 run 2 tomorrow! You’re right about that - it’s hard work!! 😩☺️

[Hidden]

You've got this!

[RiaT in reply to Hidden]

Week 1 run 2 in the morning! Eeeek!