I'm new here and started today

[Akallover]

Well, after lots of pontificating I did my first run today. I have only recently come into the 21st century with a smartphone so downloaded the App yesterday. Last night I got all my running gear out and ready for a 6.30 a.m. first run - at 12.30 I finally got out and started off, listening to Mr Johnson's (Michael, not Boris) encouraging tones. I used to run about 20 years ago (I am now in my early 60s, recently widowed) but in the interim have put on about 4 stone and my evening meal often comprised red wine and a kit kat. I had to push myself and could not believe 60 seconds took so long to pass by, whereas the 90 seconds "rest" went by in a flash. Next run - Saturday morning. Onward and upward....

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Good word pontificating, congratulations on completing your first run of C25K, welcome to the forum, remember that you can repeat any runs or week's if you wish to, onwards and upwards to run 2 of week 1. 😊 🏃.

[Akallover in reply to AlMorr]

thank you and to all those who have welcomed me. This forum is very encouraging and informative. I live in a village where a lot of people know me so I was initially reluctant to get out on the streets [as it were] but was so glad I did. Within a few minutes of home are farm tracks so once I have got a bit acclimatised to running/walking I hope to get out into the countryside. I did take it easy but have got a bit of a twinge in my knee - I guess this is probable due to being overweight or ... lightbulb moment... I realise I did not stretch

[leighloss in reply to Akallover]

Make sure you have good running trainer, I blamed not running on my knees and then had an expert recommend the right foot ware and I now I don’t have knee problems

[Akallover in reply to leighloss]

Yes I think I need to get new trainers. Mine were more used for walking. I will go shopping for some on Saturday. I don't think I want ones that light up though, bit old for that

[leighloss in reply to Akallover]

Lol - you are NEVER too old for flashing trainers!! Happy shopping Saturday!!

[Tasha99 Graduate]

Congratulations! Omg imagine having to suffer listening to Bojo 🥴

Keep going! It’s a life changer!

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate in reply to Tasha99]

Who knows BoJo may well become a coach on C25K, he runs, certainly cycles to 'work' maybe.

[Tasha99 Graduate in reply to AlMorr]

He’d run you into a brick wall 🙄🤣

[ButtercupKid Graduate]

Welcome along ! Running with Boris could put a whole new twist on this - think I’ll stick with Sanjeev for the time being 😄 Take it slow and steady, and enjoy the journey x

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Enjoy your journey

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Definitely read this....it has helped me soooooo much x

[alisonr54 Graduate]

Congratulations on getting started 👏

[Sp81 Graduate]

Congratulations on getting started. Onwards to run 2. Let us know how you get on on Saturday and welcome xx

[Akallover in reply to Sp81]

Thank you. I am aiming to get out in the early morning as the cats wake me up early anyway so I may as well hit the road. I also like it when it is fresh and quiet outside. One query - should I have a bite to eat before I go out? or leave until my return. Michael Johnson told me today to have a drink and a snack so I had a cup of tea and a 2-finger kit-kat. Not quite sure that was the best thing to eat though

[Sp81 Graduate in reply to Akallover]

Most of my runs are done 3pm ish after work. I do Parkrun on Saturday morning 9 am start. So coffee and a light biscuit at 7 nice breakfast + banana when home. Eat enough that you’re not hungry but not so much it’s wobbling around heavy in the tummy. Trial and error do what works for you. Happy running x 🏃‍♂️

Always here x

[Oldgirlruns Graduate in reply to Akallover]

Hello Akallover, so sorry to hear of your bereavement but a big welcome to C25K and the forum! You’ll find loads of support and help here. Read Iannoda Truffe’s pinned post for newbies, which is essential reading. Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated, take your running slow slow really slow! I try and go out in the morning as well and usually just have a small cup of green tea or water and half a banana (I eat the rest when I get back and save the kitkat for a treat later in the day!). Enjoy your C25K trip and let us know how you get on!

[Akallover in reply to Oldgirlruns]

Thank you, Oldgirlruns, for your kind words and also the tips about what to eat. I will go shopping tomorrow and stock up on bananas. I do drink a lot of water during the day but did not take any with me so will make sure I do on Saturday as I was parched when I finished today. I will keep you posted on Run 2

[Oldgirlruns Graduate in reply to Akallover]

I wouldn’t worry about taking water on your runs with C25K- the general consensus is that provided you keep reasonably well hydrated you shouldn’t need anything while you’re doing the runs.

[Hidden]

Welcome and congratulations! It's such a great journey and you've found a fantastic community here. There are people here who are at the same point as you, you can support and motivate each other. And there are people here who have graduated, who know what it's like, and we all want to see/help you graduate and celebrate your achievements!

So good luck! let us know how it's going. There's information in the Pinned Posts... things like 👉 healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

But if you have any questions... Just ask! 😁👍

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Absolutely, that what we're here for x

[theoldfellow]

Welcome. I hope it changes your life, as it did mine, and so many others. You have done the hardest run, the first one off the couch. The rest may be physically challenging - I could only do 2 of the 60 second runs in week 1, so I did it over the next week - but the first step is the hardest. Us older villagers have to inspire the merely middle aged!

Prayers, and many blessings on your running.

👍👣👣👣👣👣👣

[Puppy-love Graduate]

Welcome and congratulations. Getting out the door for that first run is by far the hardest. I'm glad you stuck with Michael. I'm trying to imagine BoJo... no, can't do it. Keep us updated on your progress.

[MummyTum Graduate]

Welcome Akallover, from another new starter and fellow early morning runner! I did W1R2 this morning, and enjoyed it a lot more than W1R1, having listened to wise folk here who gently suggested I take it a bit slower.

Enjoy your journey, look forward to encouraging each other along the way. We can do it 😊👍 💪

[Akallover in reply to MummyTum]

Thanks. Yes I am looking forward to Run 2 because I now know what to expect. We can do it and we will - I think it is due to rain Saturday but I don't mind that; I finished today's run looking like a red-faced monkey due to the heat (and possibly last night's wine but hey ho, lesson learned). As you say, we can do it .. and we will to it

[leighloss]

Welcome I too am new l, I too live in a village sooo I joined my local town running club as somehow you become invisible in a group!!! Perfect just started the C25k podcast too to do round the lanes on my own and YES 1 minute of running lasts a lifetime!!! I loved your comment of your evening meal consisting of red wine and a kit Kat lol!!! #relate as my kids say!! Good luck with your running - lapping everyone on the couch!! Xx

[Akallover in reply to leighloss]

thank you Leighloss; this forum is certainly a great one for encouragement and tips. I am glad I signed up to run and signed up to post

[Buddy34 Graduate]

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

[Akallover in reply to Buddy34]

Thanks Buddy 34. Yes,the forum is very encouraging and full of good advice. I am glad I signed up.

[Bonniekat]

Hello akallover and a very warm welcome to you. I'm on week 6, run 1. I really can't believe I am managing this! Wishing you the very best of luck with c25k. It's a great forum here. Keep us posted on Saturdays run xx

[Debston Graduate]

You've made me want a Kitkat now! 😂 Well done for getting started, excellent decision. Drink plenty of water every day to stay hydrated, not just on running days. Looking forward to hearing how you get on with your next run! ☺

[AliHC Graduate]

Well done! Keep up the good work! Once a runner... Always a runner! Trust the programme! I haven't run for over 10 years and just recently come back to it. I'm really enjoying the challenges. X

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate]

Welcome Akallover ...you have def come.to the right place....it sounds like you have had a tough time and may I say that if you are looking for some headspace then running is the thing...and this forum is definitely the place..we are all here for different reasons, some good some bad but we will support you as best we can...the first step you have overcome getting out for a run...the second downloading the app and the third, posting your first post on here....so from my heart I say well done...admitting to anyone you're

Starting something is hard so admitting to people you dont know who you dont think are.interested is hard but guess what? We are interested....and now we want to know more....you have laced your trainers and got out there so we need a story to read...and I, for one, am looking forward to hearing about your next step xx