Southampton

[Nats_swims88]

So finally going to try and commit myself to running. I actually dont think I am a natural runner as I have neither the speed or endurance.

Is anyone in Southampton able to recommend a good place to run as I dont fancy the inclines around my house?

[Oldgirlruns Graduate]

Well done you - getting out for the first time really is the hardest part! I’m definitely not a natural runner either but you’ll find the plan will get you through it - trust the plan! I don’t know Southampton well enough to offer suggestions about good places to run (but I know it’s hilly!) - are you anywhere near a park or the Common which you could try? Otherwise, just think how fit you’ll be, running around the streets near home for 9 weeks! Good luck - and don’t forget to let us know how you get on!

[angie31964 Graduate]

Whereabouts in Southampton are you? Common is an obvious one but I haven't been there myself yet to run so not sure of the lay of the land.

[Nats_swims88 in reply to angie31964]

Thank you I did my first round the common and actually found it quite easy. Everytime I started getting out of breath the 60 seconds was over! Looking forward to the next one tomorrow.

[Pinkpig20 Graduate]

The Common is a good place to go. There is an incline, but not a big hill. You could always walk that part to start with and run the rest. Park run is on the common every Sat. 😀

[Nats_swims88 in reply to Pinkpig20]

Hi, yes I tried the common as it's only 5 mi utes away from where I live, really enjoyed it and didn't find it hard at all so roll.on tomorrow when I do WK1 run2.

[Oldgirlruns Graduate in reply to Nats_swims88]

Well done Nats! Onwards!