First run

[massagemum]

Eeeek!!! What have I got myself in to? Doing my first run tomorrow. Wish me luck!

[Workingathome Graduate]

Good luck! You’ll be fine just take it nice and slow and steady and you’ll be so pleased when you’ve done it

[massagemum in reply to Workingathome]

Thank you! Baby steps hey

[Workingathome Graduate in reply to massagemum]

Even the longest journey begins with just one step... corny but true! Good luck

[chatteris64 Graduate in reply to Workingathome]

Good luck

[massagemum in reply to chatteris64]

Thank you 😊

[Allyfielduk]

I’ve been putting off my first run all week, but I think tomorrow is going to be the day!! Good luck to us both!!

[massagemum in reply to Allyfielduk]

Good luck! 💪

[Bracken2018 Graduate in reply to Allyfielduk]

Hi ,

You have just made a commitment to run start W1R1 tomorrow, brilliant. Take it slowly , smile and talk to yourself - this is the beginning of journey that I have control over . It’s not a race , you can choose to repeat any week should you not be ready to move forward . Enjoy this programme and I know I will be congratulating you in a few weeks 🐾

[massagemum in reply to Bracken2018]

That's so kind, thank you. I admit to being a bit scared about it 😱

[Bracken2018 Graduate in reply to massagemum]

Enjoy this journey , yes you will be challenged and that the best part because you going to say - I can do this

[Emcg51]

Good luck, I have just finished week 3. My best bit of advice that I only tried out on tonight’s run is to really walk briskly on your 5 minute warm up so that your first run isn’t such a shock to the system x

[massagemum in reply to Emcg51]

Thank you, I'll take the advice! X

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your intention.

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

Enjoy your journey.

[Hidden]

What have you got yourself into? A brilliant, life changing training programme, that's what!

Let us know how it goes

[massagemum in reply to Hidden]

Thanks, I will do 😊

[Syko Graduate]

Good for you! I’m onto week 5 and I’m really enjoying it - it’s giving me some focus in these crazy times!

[massagemum in reply to Syko]

Thank you, we all need something to keep us occupied. Good luck!

[Chattycatt Graduate]

Go for it! Don’t give up and follow the program to the end - then you will really see how much better you feel! Tip: run SLOWLY! And check out the colour of your cheeks when you finish a run! Have fun x

[massagemum in reply to Chattycatt]

Thank you! I've no doubt I'll look like a tomato! 😩

[Chattycatt Graduate in reply to massagemum]

Is run1 week 1 under your belt yet?

[massagemum in reply to Chattycatt]

Not yet.... tomorrow morning 😱

[Hidden]

You can do it... 😀 Get out there and ruuuuun..... 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️ X

[massagemum in reply to Hidden]

Thank you! I'll try my best! 😊

[Rasmus]

You'll be fine just take it steady....good luck x

[massagemum in reply to Rasmus]

Thank you 😊

[Hidden]

Don’t panic.... take it easy and you will be so pleased with yourself 😁

[massagemum in reply to Hidden]

Thank you, I'll have no choice but to take it easy 🙈😱

[Lifegoals83]

You'll do great. You'll feel fab after you've done it. I start w3 r1 tomorrow. But Ramadan is starting on Saturday so thinking going back to week 1 runs whilst fasting so it's not as hard

Good luck xxx

[massagemum in reply to Lifegoals83]

Thank you! Yes, that might be a good idea, preserve your energy x

[AineB2020 Graduate]

Brilliant you will be great. Just take things slowly and enjoy it.

[massagemum in reply to AineB2020]

Thanks, I'll try to 😊

[Hidden]

Good luck! You can do it......👍🏃‍♀️👍🏃‍♀️

[JazzS Graduate]

Good luck, I started last week, I did W2R2 this morning. Just take it slowly & don't set off too fast.

[massagemum in reply to JazzS]

Thank you, you're doing great! I'll try my best 🤞

[Ankhesenamon]

Good luck. I’m sure you’ll do great!!!

[massagemum in reply to Ankhesenamon]

Thank you! 😊

[Hidden]

Enjoy! Xx

[massagemum in reply to Hidden]

Thanks! I'll try to 🥴😂

[Sofie2019]

U will be fine just take it nice and slow

[massagemum in reply to Sofie2019]

Thanks I sure will 😊

[Ginnieruns Graduate]

It’s amazing! Trust the programme and you’ll be absolutely fine. I’ve not run for 40 years and took the first step you’re about to take and can’t quite believe I’m now about to do run 2 of week 5. So many people say this, but if I can do it anyone can! Good luck and be so proud of yourself x

[massagemum in reply to Ginnieruns]

Ahh thank you so much, I can't believe all the supportive comments! I'm a little scared but excited at the same time. And we'll done you! That's fantastic! Be proud of yourself 😊 x

[Bracken2018 Graduate]

Hi,

Enjoy your W1R1, you have made a commitment to change your life , you will not regret it . No it’s not going to be easy , you cannot make progress if it’s easy .

You can choose to remain positive and smile as you take on your first steps along a new path. Every step is a step forward . I’m 69 and have completed C25K last week .

Please remember to take it slowly , you are in control of what you choose to do. It’s not a race , and you can choose to repeat a run or a week before moving forwards .

Just do not give up - it’s to easy to give up .

I look forward to congratulating you in a few week - you will complete the programme because you have chosen to start the programme . Perfect 🐾

[massagemum in reply to Bracken2018]

Thank you so much for your support x

[Poca]

Great you've joined us. Read all the advice from the administrators it will really really help you. Always do the warm up walk , stretch after and do the strength exercises in between runs, then you should stay injury free, and, like everyone says don't go too fast, good luck!!

[massagemum in reply to Poca]

Thanks! I bloody did it! And loved it!

[Poca in reply to massagemum]

yaaaay!!!!

[Reliclullaby Graduate]

Good luck, taking that first step to start it is the brave one. I only started this week too. Take it slow and steady and you’ll do it. It felt hard in the middle but the elation on completing it was great and spurred me on for run 2. Let us know how it goes.

[massagemum in reply to Reliclullaby]

Thank you!! I did it!! And I loved it!

[Speedy60 Graduate in reply to massagemum]

Go you!👏👊