Slow is ok right?

[Vintage61]

Just finished week 3 run 3. Feel like I have more breath and recovery is faster. AmI ok still to go slow? I’ve never run before and very overweight. I’m working on principle it’s building stamina and ability to complete the times whilst still having a pulse!!! Is that right or am I deluding myself that I’m improving. #overthinkerforengland

[RunBrianRun Graduate]

You are absolutely right to continue to go slow. It’s vital to build up your aerobic base. Also, you will be in your fat burning zone for longer. Which is always nice.

[Vintage61 Graduate in reply to RunBrianRun]

Thank you. I loves a bit of fat burnin 🔥🔥🔥

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Slow is perfect... slow is the new fast... slow gets you to the most amazing places...

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Check this post out if you haven't already done so... essential reading.

You are doing exactly what you should be doing... taking it slow and steady... and listening to your body!

As the Original Grey Snail.. and the Lead runner in the SR...movement... ( Snails Rock) I can tell you you are doing brilliantly!

Huge well done to you...

[Vintage61 Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Many thx, that’s makes me feel so much better. 🙏

[Vintage61 Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Just read the link. Perfect 👌

[Fatgirlslim19 Graduate]

Slow is good! I don't know if you know, but I was stuck on the second 5 minute run in week 4 for ages. Folk here told me to slow riiiiight down. It doesn't matter how slowly you go at all. The point is to keep moving for the duration. Speed will come later.

Well done Vintage. I'm proud of you x

[Vintage61 Graduate in reply to Fatgirlslim19]

Thank you 🙏I’m a cheeky bit proud too!!

[backintime Graduate]

Another snail here, slow and steady is actively encouraged and supported during c25k.

[Vintage61 Graduate in reply to backintime]

Thank you. I’m feeling very reassured

[Spurrr7 Graduate]

I'm so slow that I'm sure a snail over took me yesterday! Slow and steady is my mantra, speed will come with time 😊

[Vintage61 Graduate in reply to Spurrr7]

Thank you!

[Tinker5393 Graduate]

Slow is the way to go. You reminded me when you mentioned recovery. It's amazing how as you move through the programne how quickly this builds up , proving you are getting fitter as the weeks roll on. I'm always shocked when I stop/cool down thinking I can breathe normally very quickly.

Good luck .🙂

[Vintage61 Graduate in reply to Tinker5393]

Thank you 🙏

[Phdgranny Graduate]

Slow is good!! I recently completed C25K for the second time and I’m still content being slow. I was running on the seafront in Spain recently and saw some power walkers, kept my distance as didn’t want to be overtaken by a walker 🤣🤣❤️