Helloooo

[geow810]

Hi everyone, I’ve just finished my first run with C25K and I’m totally converted 😁 I’m 19 and have never ran in my life, I have a bit of weight I want to shift but never thought running would be for me. Over the next few weeks I’m hoping to gain confidence, improve my general fitness and enjoy running as much as I enjoy big long walks

[amaclennan]

Well done for starting your journey so positively. Remember to take rest days and stretch

[geow810 in reply to amaclennan]

I love the Nike Training App for pre and post run stretches! They’re great

[amaclennan in reply to geow810]

I might have to try that one

[Lydgoesrunning]

Congratulations! I'm 19 too and really struggling, I couldn't even finish W1R1! Going to try again today though xx

[geow810 in reply to Lydgoesrunning]

As long as you get back up and try again you’re doing way more than if you didn’t try at all! We’ll smash it together x

[Jogbunny]

Amazing, well done for taking the first step! I find running a great confidence boost! Keep up the hard work and good luck with the rest of your journey! You’ve got this ☺️

[geow810]

Jogbunny Thank you! I really appreciate this! So motivational xx

[C25k_Sunny]

Hi, I've just signed up and I'm a little nervous-I'll start with a warm up from my garden and I'll cool down when I get home- but is there anything else I should consider before getting started?! Thanks!

[geow810 in reply to C25k_Sunny]

I’d just make sure you clear your mind of any distractions or excuses you might be able to use to not go on your run, for example I did mine as soon as I got up and just made sure I’d drank my water, been to the bathroom etc so that I didn’t push it back all day. I’d definitely say that you should do the build in 5 min walk too for your warm up and cool down as well as your own as it just helps you get into the rhythm. Hope your first run goes great! x

[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.