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Hello everyone,

I started the C25K this morning and by christ it was hard work. I was lying in bed and watching tv at 5.30am and just thought to myself, get up you lazy (bleep) and start running, so i did it and wow I just want to do it again tomorrow but I know i must not do too much too quick.

I have read an almighty loads of comments on here with everyone supporting each other and that gave me the push to join the community.

So even before I started this morning you have all helped me so much all ready :)

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WomangolferGraduate

Welcome. Keep us informed how you are getting on, we are a friendly and supportive bunch😁

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ButtercupKidGraduate

Welcome along ! Keep it slow and steady. You can do this !

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CJMummaGraduate

Congratulations on getting started. I know it gives u such a buzz finishing a run and u want to go out ASAP but ur right to wait. The rest days r so important. U will have tremendous support from people on here so keep posting the good and the bad! Enjoy! 👍🏼

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John_WGraduate

From another 'lfc' John ;-) just take it easy. Forget 'run' and think 'jog' - keep the pace REALLY slow. Even W1R1 shouldn't feel like hard work to be honest, if done in the right way. Aim to finish each session feeling like you could do it again. Have a look at 'Japanese Slow Running' on YouTube or "Quick steps: The running shuffle

" - these are perfect for you.

Good luck!

John, Liverpool

YNWA

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JohnLfc

Thank you all for your lovely comments 😊

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Bluecat9

That’s great :) well done for getting up and out there. I found my first run very difficult to get up and go and do, but like you, I can’t wait for the next. I have done 4 in total now, just repeating wk1.

Keep going, you’ve made the biggest step and started. Well done 👍🏻

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Speedy60Graduate

Welcome and well done for getting out there. It's not easy but the rewards are enormous!

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IannodaTruffeMentor

Welcome to the forum and well done on

getting started.

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

Enjoy your journey.

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RunningMigsterGraduate

Welcome to the gang.

Really well done for getting out there.

That first run eh! I'll never forget it. Still the hardest run of my life!

Keep on posting to let us know how you're getting on

Mig

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SeuzanGraduate

Brilliant, well done! You've done the hardest bit by taking the plunge to get out there...

If you follow all the instructions on the ap you will be doing 5km by week 9. The programme works, you just need let go and trust it!

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WenderwooGraduate

Well done!

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