Returning to c25k

[Becs237]

hello,

I started my c25k in June and only got as far as half way through week 3. I had to stop due to injury. I reckon shin splints im but I'm no expert. Anyway thats been almost a month since I stopped. Should I start the programme again from week 1?

Also does anyone have tips to avoid injury again? I'm pretty overweight with a bmi of 38. But I'm only 5ft. Thanks.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your decision.

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.

I would start again, minimise impact and gently condition your body to the rigours of running.

Enjoy your journey.

[nowster Graduate]

My suggestion would be to redo one run from week 1, then continue with week 2.

If they're now a doddle, that's a boost to your confidence. If they're not, you've found your level.

In my current attempt at this I did four runs in week 1 because I had a week between each of the first three runs.