Week 6 run 3 feeling frustrated at myself

[MollZy10]

Hey guys first post here, managed week 5 run 3 and was so pleased and amazed that I ran for 20 mins no stopping! But today went for week 6 run 3 and after literally 5 mins had to stop and walk? Then managed another 5 mins walked again. Looked at my phone tracker at the end and my time was still quicker per Km than the 20 min run last week. So obviously I started way too fast and didn’t pace myself - any tips for this? I was so upset I had to walk but I understand now I obviously need to slow but don’t know how!!

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Slow down for your next run, have a few days off running, drink plenty of water the day before you run and run it a little slower than you did today.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.

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

and explains the recommended easy conversational pace.......this is about duration, not speed.

Enjoy your journey.

[Bassmamma15 Graduate]

It’s not about goals in speed etc it’s about stamina and completion. Repeat any you didn’t complete and maybe an extra day rest. Don’t forget the post stretches

[Daily_Dram]

Get strava and hold your phone. It shows you your live pace. Get to understand what is too quick for you. You should be aiming for 7:00 mins per km or slower in all likelyhood.

[MollZy10]

Thanks for the tips guys really helped I’ll try again in a few days - my speed was 6.32 so defo too fast will try to slow it down so I can manage it all.