Days 1 and 2 done!: So I've not ran since... - Couch to 5K

Couch to 5K

134,028 members159,414 posts

Days 1 and 2 done!

RedSloth92 profile image
9 Replies

So I've not ran since primary school! I've struggled with joint problems since 10years old, mainly my knees. I'm pleasantly surprised that my knees have coped just fine! Going for day 3 of week 1 tomorrow.

I'm doing this on a treadmill rather than outside as I simply don't have the time, whereas I can use a treadmill whilst dinner is cooking haha :D

Written by
RedSloth92 profile image
RedSloth92
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
9 Replies
HelenMargetts profile image
HelenMargetts

I used to have sore knees , walking upstairs etc , but I have found that since I started short runs they have surprisingly improved ! Good shoes help too !

Joanney69 profile image
Joanney69Graduate

I read somewhere that running 🏃 is actually good for your knees - who knew?

Well done on your first 2 runs, although I worry you're going a bit fast - just looking at your heart rate

Good luck with your next run 🏃 😊

RedSloth92 profile image
RedSloth92 in reply toJoanney69

Thank you :)

I'm not too worried about my heart rate, it's quite often over 100 when I'm just sat watching tv in the evening, it's always felt like its racing constantly :)

Thank you!

Joanney69 profile image
Joanney69Graduate in reply toRedSloth92

Fair enough ☺

As long as you feel OK, stick with it 😊

Speedy60 profile image
Speedy60Graduate

runnersworld.com/beginner/a...

Agree with the point about knees. Running actually seems to be protective of knee joints.

RedSloth92 profile image
RedSloth92 in reply toSpeedy60

I find it strange as when I was younger, if I ran at all, I'd struggle to walk at all because of swelling and pain in my knees after only a few minutes. It's never been officially diagnosed, but a fair few doctors I've seen seem pretty convinced I have rheumatoid arthritis

Redvic97 profile image
Redvic97Graduate

Well done on getting started.

I may have misunderstood but you mention doing run 3 ‘tomorrow’. Are you having a rest day in between each run? If not you really should as it’s when your body repairs itself and it’s as important as the running itself. It’s tempting to miss in the initial enthusiasm 😊

RedSloth92 profile image
RedSloth92 in reply toRedvic97

Yes I am :) I posted yesterday, but run 2 was the day before (tuesday)

Redvic97 profile image
Redvic97Graduate in reply toRedSloth92

Just checking 😂 I hope it goes well and the knees hold out. Good luck

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Week 1 Done!

Completed W1R3 yesterday and am so proud of myself! I ended up running it on a treadmill as I...
bluebird75 profile image

Speed for walk & run at week 1

I am a "Newbie" and an ex-rugby player, who's morbidly obese with arthritic knees. Been told I need...
Buddh4 profile image

Week 1 Day 1 Done!

Hi fellow C25kers :D With a goal to lose 10kg and liking the structure of C25K, I jumped right onto...

c25k app...stuck on week 6 between days 2 and 3 :/

So.. I have no problems anymore really with running 10 minutes, walking 3, then running another 10....
MirrorSaw profile image

Weeks 1 and 2 done, knee injury - Return to week 1 failed :-(

I never thought I would become a fan of running but my Mum mentioned the C25K programme and I...
Hambletron profile image
Graduate

Moderation team

See all
MissUnderstanding profile image
MissUnderstandingAdministrator
Yesletsgo profile image
YesletsgoAdministrator
Annieapple profile image
AnnieappleAdministrator

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.