A new start

[Holz597]

Hi guys, just decided to give this a go, now to find somewhere to carry it out without people around 🙄

[frogplate]

I run on Greater London streets and was initially a bit shy of running where I might be seen be neighbours and acquaintances - some being regulars at the local Parkrun. So I went out in stealth mode - decent running shoes, but loose jeans and a fleece.

By the second week or so I realised that I needn't have worried. The only interactions I've had with anyone on the street has been friendly waves from other runners. I seem to be invisible to everyone else. So invisible in fact that I'm now looking for a fluorescent jacket for running at night as I do want to make sure drivers see me...

[SofaJockey]

I can relate to the discomfort, but it passes. I started in the park, but more recently I'm happy to run from my house around the area.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your decision.

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

Enjoy your journey.

[purplewalker Graduate]

Honestly no one but you cares. You’re out running and doing something positive, ignore anyone who says otherwise . Good luck !

[Speedy60 Graduate]

Do you stare and point at folk you see running? Of course you don't! And noone will do that to you. I guarantee that within three weeks you will have gained confidence and have forgotten about everybody else. You might even be inspiring them!

Good luck 👍

[Hidden]

Go for it, nobody will take any notice...

Enjoy!

[Alast]

I understand your need for anonymity, I felt so self conscious about how daft I must look when I started which was one of my reasons for going out stupidly early in the morning for my runs. (For more practical reasons, it is also the only way I can easily fit it into my day, plus it gives me less time to thing of excuses for not going!) I do see the odd dog walker and occasionally a couple of significantly fitter fellow nocturnal runners (who always send a cheery wave, which is nice) but have realised that no one is at all interested in me, or what I look like. I now just try and focus instead on keeping my pace nice and slow, and listen to the comedy podcast I have in my headphones.