Ran W5R1 on Monday. Knees a bit sore so left it an extra day to think about doing run 2 but then became ill and spent Thursday and most of yesterday in bed with a stomach bug. Felt fine this morning, but felt really nervous about running 2 x 8 mins after so long a break. But it was the easiest run I've done?!? I think it's because my expectations were so low and I told myself I could stop if I needed to. While it was a mere shuffle (small children were passing me) I was so surprised it was so achievable. This plan is amazing!!! (Still really worried about run 3 though - 20 mins is such a leap).
W5R2 - 5 day gap between runs!: Ran W5R1 on... - Couch to 5K
W5R2 - 5 day gap between runs!
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Well done for completing your run 👏👏👏. It’s such a nuisance when illness or injury interrupts our running plans. That you competed R2 with ease just shows you that you are more than ready for R3. Yes, it’s a milestone run. The program ensures that you are ready and you ARE! You just have to believe it yourself! Good luck with it, take it steady and you’ll be fine.
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Well done for getting out there and doing it!
If it gives you any confidence W5r3 was my most comfortable of all the runs ... and I’m not a natural runner at all ...
This run got in my head beforehand but it will be easier than you think...
you have got this! 👏👏👏
Can’t wait to read your post
Glad to hear the extra break gave you a boost. I was running every other day with some days being better than others. However, after completing the C25k and running on my own schedule I discovered I would do better with a 2 - 3 gap. I just completed a 10k run today! Keep up the good work! 👍😁
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You don’t lose any significant fitness in such a short time so you’ll be fine to carry on if you feel up to it 😊
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Great, thanks!
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Well done.
you have discovered for yourself that your hard won ability does not disappear overnight......or even over five nights.
This breakdown of W5 may help allay your fears healthunlocked.com/couchto5...
You can do this.
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Great post! 😊 So pleased for you, you proved to yourself just how ready you are for that next run! 😀Just keep doing you’re “mere shuffle” and you’ll be absolutely fine! 😄 Enjoy! 😊🏃♀️🐢