53 year old with aching knees 🙄

[Mumof2cats]

Hi all , been reading posts for 3 weeks , just wanted to say you are all amazing at keeping everyone going including me! Last time I ran must have been when my youngest daughter now 14 was a toddler , chasing after her. I’ve just finished week 3 tonight. Stamina wise I am surprised that I’ve kept going for 3 minutes this week. My only problem is my knees are flipping aching like mad! Will this go away? hope so as it’s putting me off a bit and I want to keep going

[Maz1103 Graduate]

I am 56. Aches seem to have shifted around.. Calf, achilles, thighs, back. But today I did w8r1 and no aches. I just think it takes a bit longer to adjust now. Its worth it. I never thought the word run would be in my vocabulary!!!

[Lindy5k Graduate in reply to Maz1103]

I'm the same. I'm 60 and I used to be a sprinter back in my school days. Not considered running until very recently but didn't think my knees (or bladder 🤣) would be up to it. I've had different aches and pains so far but have damaged my ankle after week 5 ,run 2. I am not giving in ,just taking an extra rest day. We can do this! Xx

[Maz1103 Graduate in reply to Lindy5k]

We definitely can 😁 x

[WibbleJ Graduate]

I got my gait analysis done at the beginning of Week 4 and the new trainers I got have completely solved my knee pain.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done 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.

Enjoy your journey.

[John_W Graduate Ambassador]

Aching or in pain? There's a difference.

When does the aching occur and how long does it last?