So last week I did run 1 of week 9, I’ve been feeling ill for a good 3 weeks now and that was the last run I could manage. Now have a chest infection and pleurisy, and I’m struggling with not being able to run (who would have thought that 9 weeks ago I would be upset not be able to go out running!).
My question is, when I feel better, how do I get back into it? Do I go straight for another 30 minute run or track back on the C25K app and build it up again? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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Firstly.... relax and just get better... the runs wait.
We , most of us, have experienced short and much longer spells on the IC..so.. as and when you are completely better, then just head out.
A gentle jogette to see how it all feels... your body will tell you exactly what is what...then, decided whether it might be an idea to go back a little and get back to where you were safely and enjoyably.
Sorry to hear you are unwell. I completely understand how you feel not being able to run! (Although mine was due to bad weather). I think it depends how long before you run again. I have read on this forum that it takes a couple of weeks to lose fitness. I would try a short run to make sure you are ok then go back to week 9, not that I’m an expert. Get better soon.
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