Sticking with it 👍

[AKFIELD]

So.... At W5R3... Or rather R3 looms ahead. So far so good... But, in common with so many others, 20 mins looks daunting.... Is it?!

[Tinytears60 Graduate]

Not at all!..... I was really apprehensive as it does feel a huge step up.... The reality is.. when you study the numbers it isn't...

But - I approached it with some trepidation!.. I could not believe it was one of my most comfortable runs of them all!...

The plan is preparing you so you will do it!....

I felt the same - so learn from all my unnecessary worrying!.... You have got this!....

Look forward to reading your post run account!....

If you read mine you will see how it felt

Happy running

[AKFIELD in reply to Tinytears60]

Thank you for your support!!

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Trust the program Akfield, take that run slow and steady, once you have completed it you will be very proud of yourself 😊 🏃🏾

[AKFIELD in reply to AlMorr]

Slow and steady.... I'm walking faster than I run... But it gets me through!

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate in reply to AKFIELD]

Talking about runs and walks, I remember a few years ago on a non running day I was out a brisk walk and was aware of two runners ahead of me but realised that I was slowly catching up with them, it was only then that on this forum many people report when running that they are passed by walkers, those two people who I passed were in running mode whereas I was walking briskly, don't worry about speed, you were running, not walking, good luck for run 3 of week 5.

[wobbles_when_runs Graduate]

You can do it, the programme has prepared you well 👍🏻

[AKFIELD in reply to wobbles_when_runs]

Thank you!!! Here's hoping!

[Hidden]

The sense of achievement you feel from completing this run is amazing. Every run so far has prepared you for this, so trust the plan and enjoy the run!

[AKFIELD in reply to Hidden]

I'm looking forward to that. Thanks!!

[TeeJay66 Graduate]

I think you'll be fine. I was surprised at how it actually seemed easier than the first two runs that week and the feeling of elation on completion is worth all the effort. The same holds true for week six. The walking between runs actually seems to make them harder.

[AKFIELD in reply to TeeJay66]

Thank you. Looking forward to that elation!!

[MontyMooDog Graduate]

Look at it as a stepping stone and not an obstacle. Pace yourself and take your time. Trust in others and in the program. You've got this👍😁

[AKFIELD in reply to MontyMooDog]

Thank you, appreciate your faith!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Well done on your progress.........look how far you have come!

This breakdown of W5 may help allay any fears healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Relax and enjoy it.

[AKFIELD in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thank you, that really does help. I'm going to do it!!! Tomorrow, 6am!!!

[Tinytears60 Graduate in reply to AKFIELD]

Can’t wait to read your thoughts ... see how it goes and how you felt 👍

[Islandmacmum Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Just read this - very helpful as I approach W5R3 tomorrow.

[Islandmacmum Graduate]

Ohhh, me too! I’m doing it tomorrow - probably late morning as the wind is to drop then where I live. All the best! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[Chocoholic77 in reply to Islandmacmum]

Best of luck, I’m sure you’ll smash it!

[Dtay1978 Graduate]

Nah it’s a piece of cake, you’ll smash it 💪🏻😊