Week 2

[lucypea]

Hi I’m about to start week 2 in couch to 5k. To be honest I didn’t think I’d get this far! But I am a little apprehensive about what’s going to be asked of me tomorrow! Also I’m going to try and run before work at 6am 🤪

[Sammie1968]

Well done x

[Sammie1968]

I'm on week.4 I'm.amazed I got this far lol

[lucypea in reply to Sammie1968]

Does it get easier?

[Sammie1968 in reply to lucypea]

Yes it does and Im enjoying it I never thought I would start it never mind get to Week 4 but I'm.determined to do it

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

Week 1 was a step up from 0 to a 25 minute cardio session with some 8 minutes of running. By far the biggest shock to the system that the plan has. There’s not a lot of difference going into week 2... keep the pace nice and comfortable and you’ll be fine. I found it psychologically easier as I counted the runs off from 5 instead of 8! Have fun out there, you can do it.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Be positive, trust the plan, believe in yourself and read this healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

You can do this.

[katem2507]

I did W2 R1 tonight and felt so fab afterwards that I then took my 4 dogs out for 30 mins after I got home!!

Keep going! We can do this 😄

You don’t really notice that extra that’s asked of you!

[MrWomble Graduate]

You'll be fine, you got this!

[Rigpig Graduate]

Most of us have been exactly where you are and totally understand how you feel. I didn't think I'd be able to complete the program and every week had me doubting myself but every week I did it and reached graduation. Every week I amazed myself with what I could achieve. The secret is to slow down and build the stamina slowly over the first weeks and you will be absolutely fine. If you feel it's too much slow down a bit more, its really not important how fast you go right now it's just a matter of finishing each week in turn and following the program to the letter. If I can do this, believe me, anyone can do this

[Smudgersmith66 Graduate]

Keep going... I was the same. I am know on week 6 ... and feeling great.... keep it up. Well done.

[PlodLife Graduate]

Amazing!! Such a great feeling. The plan really really works...I graduated in June last year and working towards a 10k this year. Smug overload! Hope the 6am run was a success x

[lucypea in reply to PlodLife]

It was until I hurt my tendon in my heel.

[PlodLife Graduate in reply to lucypea]

Oh no! Hope it gets better soon

[lucypea in reply to PlodLife]

Next run on thurs so it had better!!

[Jonaswolfe1]

Good for you. I did the same this morning and I think its better than running in the evening. Don’t be alarmed by the marginally increased run time. Your body is adapting. Focus on your breathing from the diaphragm. Good luck.

[lucypea in reply to Jonaswolfe1]

I much prefer it. Gets it over and done with

[Jonaswolfe1 in reply to lucypea]

I agree, although for me its an energiser for the day. But, whatever motivation you need go for it.

[TortoiseTrail Graduate]

Hope your week 2 run went well this morning. Just completed week 2 yesterday and took it really slow (walked almost as fast as I ran!)

[Stumpjumper]

Good luck

[Smelliepoo Graduate]

Well done for getting here. The best advice I was given around this stage was if you think you might need to stop, slow down first. You can do it, it is not as big a jump as you think!!

[Alast]

I have to do my running early in the morning, it's the only way I can fit it into 'life'. To be honest, it's great way to start the day, I feel so energised afterwards, the feel-good glow helps me through the day! Just take it nice and easy, you will see time & time again the phrase slow down and then slow down some more, this really is the key. If you do that for the early runs and feel that you've got some extra left in your tank when you get to the last one, do that a little quicker. Keep up the good work and keep on posting on here, you will get nothing but sound advice and encouragement.

[Nilsam Graduate]

Very impressive. 👍

[23Violets]

Hi there, fabulous start. I am not an expert, I am wk4 run 1 down, but I think it's important to have a least one day off between runs, as you may get a bit sore, how you would you fit a morning run in

[lucypea in reply to 23Violets]

I get up earlier but I won’t be running for a bit as I’ve pulled a tendon!!

[23Violets]

Sorry to hear that rest up x

[Stannington1]

Im still on week one- needed new trainers but gonna do run 2 tomorrow 6am 😋 we will get there 🙏

[lucypea in reply to Stannington1]

I have to rest for god knows how long now. Feels like my mission has come to an abrupt end!!! Good luck for tomorrow. Def the best time of day to run

[Stannington1 in reply to lucypea]

Sorry that you have to stop, your mission doesn’t necessarily have to come to and end- it’s just ‘on hold’ for a bit. I wish you a speedy recovery with your pesky tendon but do not despair- you will be ‘back on it’ just take the time it needs & look after you 🌈🌈🌈

[lucypea in reply to Stannington1]

Thank you

[Rungranny Graduate in reply to lucypea]

Shame you've hit a bump in the road. See a physio , they are great for advice and giving exercises to heal and strengthen any injuries.

Don't stop exercising altogether, go swimming or a pilates class or whatever you can do without irritating the tendon. This will improve your cardio and strenght so when you get back running you will be more than ready.

[Forrestgump54 Graduate]

Hi, I'm also starting week 2 on the 3rd run today, finding the 90 seconds run a bit of a challenge as I started as a complete non runner, but determined to continue 💪

[lucypea in reply to Forrestgump54]

You can do it. It does feel a lot longer. Just say to yourself I love running 😊

[Forrestgump54 Graduate in reply to lucypea]

Thank you for your encouragement ☺️