Day 1 😬

Hello, I’m 59, can’t run for a bus - so not sure what I’m doing here. But I do know that I need to get fitter and healthier as I approach the big 60.

I do get out for walks with my dog every day whatever the weather which is a start - I love the fresh air and hate gym’s - so I guess I decided to up my game and set myself a big challenge - what could possibly go wrong 😂

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Congratulations on starting C25K with run 1 of week 1 and welcome to the forum, just take all the runs slowly and keep ridgidly to the program, if you need any advice or help regarding your runs we are all here to help you, however, if

you have any medical problems it's better for you to go and see your doctor.

[davelinks Graduate]

Well done on starting!

Check out the info in the following link..

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

[Jezebeljbl]

I've started this week too , 😁 . Aching a bit today but I'm out tomorrow on my week 2. Good luck .

[Hidden in reply to Jezebeljbl]

I’m sure I will be aching too tomorrow- but at least we have made a start! Hope it goes well for you tomorrow

[MrsCDN Graduate]

It works, it really does. 8 weeks ago I would never believe I’d be running 28 mins. I’ll never forget my first run, it was the hardest thing I’ve ever done, trust the plan, have fun

[Buddy34 Graduate]

C25k is an amazing plan and really does work you'll get lots of encouragement and support on here good luck 😊

[MuddledGardener Graduate]

Well done for starting the programme! You won’t regret it! Keep posting on here, so we can cheer you on. 😁

[Elfe5 Graduate]

Hi Bluemoon & welcome. 😀 I hit 60 a couple of months ago and retired last Friday. This program is amazing, so get ready to enjoy many benefits and be really really proud of yourself. 😃

[Hidden in reply to Elfe5]

Thank you so much for your encouragement - I really appreciate it- I have never been a runner, but I’m feeling great about making a start - just need to stick to the plan now 😂

Wishing you all the best for your retirement!

[E3Runner]

I was there about 11 weeks ago, I did he first two weeks of C25K twice, but am now on week 9. Keep going, you will feel great

[Jinny59 Graduate]

I have never been able to run for more than a few minutes even at school and always wanted to. And yesterday I did week 9 run 3! No-one could be more amazed than me. It took me longer (but I don't care) and I'm slow (but I'll speed up over time. I started when I turned 59 and aim to do parkrun for my 60th birthday.

You won't need luck - just follow the programme and take it slow

[Hidden in reply to Jinny59]

Wow Jinny - that’s amazing! I am feeling motivated at present - I hope I can keep it up when the going gets tough - I am taking on board all the comments about sticking to plan and taking it slow - It’s very encouraging to hear from inspirational people like yourself who have achieved this difficult challenge