I have just finished the w6r2 which includes 2 runs for 10 minutes and I realize that the first 5 minutes after the brisk walk is the difficult part. After that the rest is very easy regardless if it is for 5 or 20 more minutes
The first 5 minutes : I have just finished the w... - Couch to 5K
The first 5 minutes
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This might help explain why. It’s usually because the 5 minute walk isn’t enough to warm you up and get the muscles activated. In summary, it may be because you haven’t warmed up enough.
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