Shuffle first run

[MHPr]

I did my first ever run today , but just wanted to ask , all I could do at 60 second run was literally shuffle , Barely more than the brisk walk ! Is this ok? I’m 2 stone overweight and very unfit . Thanks

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

Welcome. This plan isn’t about pace... it’s about getting to 30 minutes of non stop running. All running is is having both feet off the ground, no matter how briefly, on every stride. So, what you did is not only ok... it’s pretty much perfect. Slower running will develop your muscles, condition them better and improve fitness sooner than going to fast.

Great job on run 1... you can do this. Enjoy your journey,

[MHPr in reply to UnfitNoMore]

Thank you , that’s really helpful , I like the description of you saying it’s having both feet off the ground ! That’s all I did - very slow !

[UnfitNoMore Graduate in reply to MHPr]

Cool... pace is for later... certainly after this plan... maybe even never, that will be your call. For now just relax and have fun on the journey to being a runner.

[Seaside22 Graduate]

Well done MHPr - sounds as though you've spontaneously invented the Japanese Slow Running technique. See if you fancy this: youtube.com/watch?v=9L2b2kh...(Not working as expected?)

It suits a lot of us really well.

[MHPr in reply to Seaside22]

That is so so interesting seaside 22. That’s exactly how I was “running “ as I couldn’t manage anything else . Thanks for making me feel better about it !

[Granspeed Graduate in reply to MHPr]

Lots of us run this way. Reduces injury and makes longer times and distances manageable (eventually). It’s a great technique. 😄

[MHPr in reply to Granspeed]

Thank you for taking time to reassure me it’s ok , much appreciated. 😁

[leighloss]

Still lapping those on the couch! Well done you it all starts with that first one!! I’ve just joined this forum today but I joined my local running club a few weeks ago after completing my first 5k race for life last month. I did it but I walked 2/3 of it and I really enjoyed it so I took steps to educate myself on how to begin to run properly. Need to shed a few unwanted pounds in the meantime too. Keep it going

[Buddy34 Graduate]

Well done you, c25k is an amazing plan and really does work you'll get lots of encouragement and support on here good luck 😊😊

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5... and includes advice on pacing.........slow is great.

Enjoy your journey.

[David_G]

Hi, never ever worry about what pace you think you’re going! You’re doing this for you and it doesn’t matter what anyone else is doing or thinking.😊 You’ve taken a great step forward just by getting out there. We all felt the same when we first started, believe me. Just do your thing, and keep coming back here if you need support or encouragement - you’ll get it and there are loads of people here who’ve been in your position.

Above all, don’t worry about anything and believe in yourself- you can do this! Good luck 🙂👍

[MHPr in reply to David_G]

Thank you !

[Islesrunner Graduate]

I’m still not much faster after graduating - it’s good for fat burning, slow running.

A gentle jog will get you there.

It’s enough.

You did it.

You did better than my first attempt two years ago, when I had to do a pre programme week of jogging for thirty seconds!!

You’re doing fine 😁👏👏👏👏👏🏃‍♀️💪

[MHPr]

Thank you , I think I’ll be a gentle shuffler /jogger for the foreseeable future !

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Welcome... do check out the link from IannodaTruffe and enjoy! Slow is the new fast

[backintime Graduate]

Well done for starting...that's the hardest part.

Pace isn't important, as everyone has said. Just getting out there and doing it is what counts.

Stick around the forum, it's great for motivation and support

[Murielbez Graduate]

It's absolutely fine. My first run week 1 I thought I was going to die of a heart attack, I was purple, and panting like a dog. Persevere and you will see that what seems today absolutely unfeasible will soon become feasible. And if you have to repeat a run or a week, just do so. It's your body, your journey.

[MHPr in reply to Murielbez]

Thank you , I may just do week one again probably , I’m so unfit

[George24]

Well done on starting, you’re doing brilliant. I’m week one and did 2nd run today, it’s such hard work but this time was definitely easier. I don’t worry about the little steps I jog, it’s better to do it slow and build up

[runwithdog Graduate]

do google `japanese slow jogging`...it is the secret to completeing the plan injury free.

[MHPr in reply to runwithdog]

Ok thanks I’ll have a look

[MHPr in reply to MHPr]

The Japanese slow jogging is definitely how I’m doing it ! My legs won’t let me do any more , and my breathing definitely not !Do you do this ?

[MuddledGardener Graduate]

Well done! You have discovered the most excellent pace called joffle! Embrace your inner snail 🐌! 😁

[MHPr in reply to MuddledGardener]

I am definitely a joffler ! Slow wins the race !

[MuddledGardener Graduate in reply to MHPr]

Absolutely! 😁