Frustrated after w1d1!

[Kwkw]

Frustrated after w1d1!

I’m 60 years old female wanting to get fit. I play golf twice a week but nothing aerobic.

Completed first session without issues but today woke up with really painful knee as though I’ve twisted it!

The pain is on the inner knee. Obviously I’m going to rest until it feels better. Just looking for some reassurance that I’m going to be able to do this.....

[telford_mike Graduate]

Hi. Of course you'll get some aches and pains. Your body is saying 'What the hell is going on?'. That's the idea of the rest days - take it easy and let yourself recover. While you're running, try not to run fast around any sharp corners which might put a strain on your knees. Once again, take it easy. Good luck!

[backintime Graduate]

Well done on completing the first session. You can do this.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Welcome and well done you.... and ouch!

New exercises, new start.. and aches and pains are normal at the beginning.

So, please read this pinned post, which is essential reading and will give you some really helpful information... and then...

Try these...

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

You should be up and running( sorry) very soon....slow and steady as you go!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5... and includes advice on pacing, minimising impact, stretching after every run, dealing with injury and knee strengthening exercises, which will all help.

Enjoy your journey.