Week 1 Run 2

[RunUsagi]

Just completed my second run before I start officially with a local club. I really don't mind the running but don't enjoy the achy, hobbling of the day after - tell me this eases!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Well done.

Stretching immediately after every run, while muscles are still warm and supple, pulls out contractions, avoiding carrying tensions into the next run and also improves recovery by improving blood flow, as recommended and linked to in the guide to the plan healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

[RunningMigster Graduate]

Well done!

Bit of stretching helps. I needed to massage my calves on occasion which really helped.

The biggest change was when I went and got gait analysis done and splashed out on some proper running shoes. That made the world of difference.

I didnt do that until week 8. But had I known what a difference it would make, I'd have done it much sooner.

Of course, some of it was just my legs protesting at having to do some work for a change 🤣

[Jogunlikely Graduate]

Check out Adrienne on YouTube, she does a great post run yoga session that you could include in your stretches.

There are also the strength and flex podcasts that you can use on none run days. Hop over to the strength and flex forum for links and advice. Great for everyday life and improving your running.

Stick with c25k, it may change your life in unexpected ways

Happy running x

[RunUsagi in reply to Jogunlikely]

Thanks for the pointers - not going to let aches get in the way!

[Wenderwoo Graduate]

Stretching afterwards helps a lot, and on non run days. Well done 👍😁