C25k week 6 run 1

[Litlun1982]

Just re-did wk 6 run 1 after 5 days off. Was so tough, but I feel great for it. I did think running would've got easier by now but I still feel really heavy when I start running. Argh!

[Fatlad61]

Hi, I’ve just started back after a five year lay off. I’ve just finished week 4 and my legs are heavy too. One thing I do know is that it will get better, and once your body is all in sync with your breathing etc. You’ll feel like you could run forever! Good luck and keep pushing yourself.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Well done.

Are you running too fast? If you cannot speak aloud, clear, ungasping sentences as you run, you are going too fast.

Heavy legs can be symptomatic of poor hydration. As a runner you need to drink 2.5 -3 litres of fluid each and every day, running or not, as mentioned in the guide.

[Litlun1982 Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thanks. I hadn't thought about the hydration aspect! 🤦‍♀️

I don't think I'm running too fast, I average 7mins to do 1k. I'll try more water before the next run.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor in reply to Litlun1982]

You are too fast if you cannot speak aloud, clear, ungasping sentences as you run.

It is called your easy conversational pace and is explained in the guide to the plan. healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

[Litlun1982 Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thanks for the pointers. I'll check that guide out.

[Judy20 Graduate]

I hear ya! Just did W6R2 and feel the same. Heat makes a difference to if the sun’s out!

Keep going....