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Day 2 and Week 1 so right at the beginning

I’ve looked at this so often but now I’m

Finally giving it a go. Looking forward to seeing I through

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Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

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.

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Ooo thanks that will help. Very sore after the first run which was a bit of a surprise - will

Look now

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OverweightandunfitGraduate

Welcome, just remember to take it easy on the runs and you'll be fine.

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NeverhareGraduate

Well done for making a start! I too thought about it for years and only started in April. I can't believe I am up to week 8. Just follow all the advice in the programme and read posts for the week you are currently on. You are not alone!

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Bonnybanks

Hi, welcome. Check out the Japanese slow jogging video (on the forum and directly on YouTube and I hope it really helps. At week 7 I just found it! Good luck as you progress.

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