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Reasons to start

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I am watching the Great North Run on TV and I’m inspired, watching and listening to the amazing people taking part.

I’m 50 next year and for once in my life, I’d like to be fit and feel healthier.

I’ve already changed what I eat and I’d like to change my body to help sustain and maintain me as I age.

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johnno117Graduate

Welcome! Great reasons to start, many of us are/have been in the same boat and this is such a fab programme. I look forward to following your journey!

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AlMorrAmbassadorGraduate

Congratulations on starting C25K and welcome to the forum, once you begin with run 1 of week 1 take all the runs slowly, try to keep to the same 3 days of the week, that way you will have two days off running, enjoy your runs. 🏃 😊

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IannodaTruffeMentor

Welcome to the forum and well done on your decision.

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

Enjoy your journey

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Well done...remember running may be for life...not just HM days..😉

Check out the FAQ pinned post for Newbies...slow and steady is the mantra...and do keep posting!

Oh...and enjoy! X

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