W2R2

[aisha1993xo]

Hi guys 😀

I like a lot of people have started C25K during lockdown.

I have been really enjoying it - it’s had such a positive influence on my mood!

But today I just felt - uncomfortable. My headphones kept tangling up - my trousers had no pocket so I had my phone in my bra, I tied my jumper round my waist which I’ve done every time so far with no problems but today it was annoying the hell out of me. It just felt messy! I also had the dog lead as he was trotting along ahead of me and two bags of 💩😂

Not only that I had what I can only feel was a tightness in my calf. It wasn’t painful , it just made it feel like my right leg was 10x heavier. Yesterday I trained with weights and pushed myself a little bit further but I stretched off properly(my husband is PASSIONATE about stretching properly after exercise after a bad back injury)

I came back borderline tearful and feeling like it’s not ever going to come naturally to me, hubby said that not every run is going to be a good one and that I’m being too hard on myself - ‘the most important part of training is turning up!’

Has anyone felt this? I was doing great and feeling great and it’s just deflated me a bit 😔

[JeanneMary Graduate]

Hi, Yes!! Today I tried W4 R1 and my phone stopped playing 3 times. I was so frustrated and couldn't keep going - just swearing at my phone! I finished without the ear phones and at least I did something, but I know how you feel.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.

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

and includes advice on minimising impact, stretching after every run, hydration and strengthening exercises, all of which will help.

Enjoy your journey.