Newbie intro to running

[Love_to_lift]

Hi there peeps! want to start slowly introducing running to my fitness regime, want to stay steady and consistent! Used to worry about what running will do to me already creaky knees...decided to give it a go!

[Hidden]

Hi! Huge congratulations on deciding to start C25K! It’s an amazing program and you’ll love it! Keep posting on here; there are loads to people to keep you motivated and help you with any questions you have. Well done and good luck!

[Love_to_lift Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Hey, erm, I don't smoke lol, although I have been a passive smoker all my life!

[Hidden in reply to Love_to_lift]

Oh noooooo! I thought I was replying to another post sorry! Will edit 🤦🏼‍♀️ major fail!

[Buddy34 Graduate]

This is the best place to start, it's all about running slow and slower again and drinking 2-3 litres of water per day and not just on run days.

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

[Love_to_lift Graduate in reply to Buddy34]

Thank you! I have deffo not jogged in the past 3 years, today I did day 1, loved it!

[shrinkingjaz Graduate]

Congratulations on starting! The key is to run slowly and build endurance and stamina. Happy running!

[Love_to_lift Graduate in reply to shrinkingjaz]

Thank you!

[Annieapple Administrator Graduate]

1:1 ✅ Well done.👍 Keep it slow & keep those knees happy 😊

[Love_to_lift Graduate in reply to Annieapple]

Thank you!

[steviej99 Graduate]

Hey there and welcome. Since doing c25k and maintaining running since I actually have less knee soreness. Still get it a little from time to time if I overdo it but then just take extra rest and\or wear a support for a bit. The beauty of c25k is the steady build up of the workload which enables your muscles and joints to get used to it. And finally....never do more than the plan says, keep it slow and steady - slower is better!, ALWAYS take your rest days! Good luck and enjoy your running

[Love_to_lift Graduate in reply to steviej99]

Thank you, I think I'll find it hard to stick to slow and steady!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your decision.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5... and includes advice on minimising impact.

Enjoy your journey.