First park run post couch to 5k plan!

[Katapilla]

After completing the programme last week I decided to go to my local park run. I got a time of 30m 43s. Really happy with the result as I wasn't tracking distance and time previously. I never truly believed I'd get to this stage after two false starts. Anyone out there struggling, trust in the process guys! Don't give up, a week, two weeks even a month or longer the only failure is never trying again! I've not done it as a weight loss intervention or just physical health but am diagnosed with PTSD and read that running was a particularly good form of exercise to get my flight, fight and freeze problems back in check. Happy to report it's been absolutely life changing for me in so many ways. Just downloaded a 5k to 10k app, fingers crossed I keep progressing. It's very quickly transitioned from something "I should be doing" to something I absolutely love doing! Keep going!

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Congratulations on completing your first 5k Parkrun in a excellent time, next parkrun you may get a sub 30 minute 5k, good luck.

[Rogie55 Graduate]

Well done you, it has changed my life, i’m Not angry and frustrated like I used to be. Defiantly a great therapy. Good luck with it all. Wish , my Park Run time was anywhere near yours, but the stats do get addictive, or is that just me. Happy running.

[Buddy34 Graduate]

Congratulations on completing c25k you must be so pleased. Also that's a brilliant time for your first parkrun.

I'm glad you've found running as a way of coping day to day. Well done you 😊😊

[RunBrianRun Graduate]

Thats an excellent time for a first parkrun! Well done, and great news about starting to overcome your PTSD. 👏👍

[Annieapple Administrator Graduate]

It’s wonderful to be able to say you love doing it! I have always loved being outside in the fresh air & have the privilege of running on a track beside the sea. Lots of wild flowers in the dunes, ships on the horizon & occasionally dolphins in the bay. SO helpful with the huff & puff of commencing Couch to 5K.

[damienair Graduate]

Congratulations and very well done on your first parkrun and great time.

Damien