Newbie

[Ketogirlrunner]

Hi all

Just started the programme today and although I feel good now I’ve finished - the run was a killer! Please tell me it gets easier??

[Joggingonthewildside Graduate]

Yes am sitting in my garden after just finishing week 6 and I was just like you ..we all were.. well done keep going and everyone here will encourage you

[Bluesky44 Graduate]

Well done for starting the programme!! And yes, it does get easier! I graduated last week so am testament to that fact.... I usually find my breathing really hard for first few minutes before it settles into a rhythm so I think that the earlier runs were actually quite hard with the walk/run, although my fitness and legs needed the steady start. You will find it getting easier as you progress through. Stick with it, follow it exactly as they say and remember it’s ok to repeat runs if you need. Also drink plenty of water both after and before runs, being dehydrated always makes me struggle more so I’ve learnt that lesson!!

Good luck, you’ll find loads of support on here! 👍

[Ketogirlrunner in reply to Bluesky44]

Thank you - I’m determined to stick with it as I’m very hopeful it will work! It’s great to hear from others that it actually does and that the first bit is always the hardest!

[backintime Graduate in reply to Ketogirlrunner]

Each week requires just a bit more effort and builds on the previous week(s). So while running 60 seconds gets much easier, some runs can still need some teeth gritting lol.

When I do those runs I think back to where I was at week 1 and I don't want to go back to not being able to run 60s, so I push on.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate in reply to Bluesky44]

Congratulations Bluesky44 on graduating last week from C25K, well done

To get your graduation badge and the word GRADUATE next to your username leave a message on the June graduate post in the pinned posts on the right side of the healthunlocked C25K home page and tell the administrators that you have ran W9R3 of C25K and graduated 🎓 🏃 😊

[Bluesky44 Graduate in reply to AlMorr]

Thanks AlMorr, I already did this. I assume it takes a bit of time for the admin to go through them all!!

[Buddy34 Graduate]

Great for getting started, as you go through the weeks of c25k your body will get more used to your new exercise. Keep going and good luck 😊