Wk 4 complete, and no more aches!

[Melanie591]

I don't want to tempt fate but by the end of week four I was starting to feel comfortable running and the aches I previously had have finally started to ease. Very nervous for the 20 min run at the end of week 5. Advice would be appreciated 🙂

Didn't think I could even get this far. This programme makes me feel so proud.

Mel

[Hidden]

That's awesome! You don't need any advice! The stumbling blocks are purely mental. You've come this far: you're so ready!!

[Melanie591 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you so much. Where are you within the programme? Feels so great doesn't it . Mel

[Hidden in reply to Melanie591]

I just graduated yesterday. Couldn't have done it without all the support on here!

[Melanie591 in reply to Hidden]

Massive congratulations. Did you celebrate in anyway? I bet it feels amazing 😁

[Elleay]

I just completed the 20 minute run. I NEVER thought I’d be able to do it, but Michael Johnson in my ear telling me I was doing great kept me going. Best advice is to keep a steady pace, slow down if you need to, and focus on breathing. I loved it. I feel very accomplished now and can’t wait for week 6. It’s the best thing I ever did. Keep going! It’s worth it! Good luck 😎🏃‍♀️💪🏻

[Melanie591 in reply to Elleay]

It makes me so happy hearing you enjoyed the 20 mins step up! I am so pleased for you. Thank you for your kind advice too. I shall remember 🙂

[SandraY1 Graduate]

Well done 👍

[Melanie591 in reply to SandraY1]

Thank you Sandra! I hope your journey is going as well too 🤞😃

[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.

In respect of W5, this may help healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Enjoy your journey.

[Melanie591 in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thank you for such a warm welcome and posting the advice links which I shall take a read of! Have a great evening 😃