Struggled with the R1 3 minutes, this morning completed first 3 minute no problem but last one made to 2.40 before walking-hoping r3 I will manage both 3 minutes. Not sure if still going to fast but when I slow down my feet feel like they are plonking down like lead weights-is this right? Thank you!!
W3 R2: Struggled with the R1 3 minutes, this... - Couch to 5K
W3 R2



Hi DaisyCL. Well done on getting this far and sticking at it. You’ve probably heard this before but are you drinking enough water 2-3 litres a day?
Also have you had a look at Japanese Slow Running. It’s a real eye opener about running slower and I felt it gave me permission not to look like a runner but a plodder 😂
Keep us posted -it’s great to see how you’re progressing 😊
Probably didn’t drink enough yesterday! But back on this again today.
Ooh! Not heard if that one but will look it up now.
Thank you

Slow right down & go gently! 😄
Just count that as a practice run & try again after your rest day.
I too found Japanese slow running very helpful. 😄
Well done for getting to Week 3. This is effectively as far as I've got so far (have hit a bit of a brick wall with week 4 at the moment!) As the others have said, slowing down seems to be the key. I dun alone so couldn't use the 'ran at a speed where you can carry out a steady conversation ' test and didn't want to be seen talking to myself, but in the early stages I was certainly running too quickly. Now, when Laura tells me to 'slow down to a walk' although my style may change, there is no real difference to my speed. Until I'd seen the Japanese slow running video I didn't think that going at that speed could be classed as running so I've learned something there. Apparently the difference between walking & running is that when running, at some stage both of your feet will be off the ground at the same time. Treat this as a practice run, have a looks at the video over your rest day and try again. Good luck & let us know how you get on.

Just try going that bit slower. I know what you mean about plonking feet, but I found that eventually you will find a rhythm that works. Good luck 👍😁

Have a look at youtu.be/9L2b2khySLE it may help. Run as slow as you can it’s not a problem you will pick up speed as you progress through the weeks. Try not to lift feet but shuffle you may find it a benefit. Good luck with the next one.