I've just done my first run today and feeling proud!

Hi all,

I've never really enjoyed running but I need to do something to get myself moving more and this seems like such a sensible approach. I couldn't believe it when I completed the W1 R1 today and I'm even looking forward to the next one

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

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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Thank you! I've made a start on reading that document

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Well done you authorgal you'll be fine, read the plan don't overthink it, and most importantly enjoy yourself. It's not a race

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Thank you. I really feel motivated to do it

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Grab a running routine that works for you, I ran on Monday, Wednesday and Friday weekends off👍

[Comfortnotspeed]

Great stuff! You’re never going to regret it. Go you 👏

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Thank you! I think you're right

[Hidden]

Brilliant start. Keep at it, keep positive and keep popping in here for some peer support and to cheer on others. This really is a great programme and it works!

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Thank you, I will

[Getfitok Graduate]

Welcome & well done for getting started 👣👣👣

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Thank you!

[Curnie1]

Fantastic, 👍 well done you!!😀

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Thanks very much

[PollensaPal]

You’ve done the hardest bit by doing the first run. You’ll soon get the running bug! Stick with it-it’s a brilliant programme & has so many health benefits-both physical & mental! Enjoy!!!

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Thank you! I hope so

[MartinKH Graduate]

Well done Authorgal, keep up the great work and you’ll get all the support and encouragement you need here.

I fully agree with all the above posters, it is an amazing programme and it does work.

Wait until you start ( you may have had this already) to have a post run high, and you’ll def be hooked.

I also found it helpful to have a routine for run days and stick with it no matter what the weather etc etc.

Happy running 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️👍

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Thank you I definitely felt that a bit yesterday. Now a bit nervous about tomorrow because I know what's coming, but I'm definitely doing it!