Tomorrow......

[getfit50]

1. I hate the rain and am a wimp 😂

2. I am having worrying thoughts about this Achilles ache and a previous calf rupture from doing nothing! Making it happen or worse.

Question??: does a run on a treadmill count? would an ankle support help?? I see these ankle supports advertised. I do not have an injury but my body is warning me 😳 I have a fitness deadline 😃 and I am100% motivated. I am up for tomorrow if I don’t need a boat to get round my area!! 😂😂

[backintime Graduate]

I'm not a doctor, so medical issues aside, yes a treadmill run counts. I did the whole programme on a treadmill. Put the incline up at 1 or 1.5 or even 2. Mine is at 1.5.

At least you're motivated : )

Good luck

[getfit50 in reply to backintime]

I do like the outdoors but worried if the surfaces are slippy! I sound like I am 110 years old! Just thinking of minimising any issues or risks until I am stronger and more fit !

[JaoJao]

The rain has been horrendous today, it is so disheartening. I hope you can get support for your ankle. Running on the treadmill does count.

[getfit50 in reply to JaoJao]

Thanks for the advice. Being outdoors is so lovely, when it’s pouring not so, dont want any excuses from my inner mind 😂 I am focused 👍

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Welcome... maybe get the all clear to go from your GP... check this post out..it has much advice and information.

Ankle supports do work,,but you maybe wont need one... Treadmill runs do count..many of our runners do the plan on them.

Out doors is fantastic ...

Even with a deadline, the mantra must be as ever, slow and steady... this is a structured plan and is intended to take you safely and injury free to Week nine and 30 minutes running.

Oh, and rain... learn to embrace it.... we have plenty! f you are outside.. just take it gently