W5R2 - half way there!

I figured that once I got today's run out of the way that I am now officially half way through C25K! How awesome is that?!

Such a beautiful morning and made even better by the fact that I have just nailed W5R2. I had to keep reminding myself that the previous walking bits are now just part of the running bits and given that I walk faster than I can run at the moment, it shouldn't be an issue!

I think I've found the Burkey rhythm now, I know what my average pace is and I know that I can breathe properly when I stick to that.

The first 8 minutes was comfortable and I noticed that during my 5 min walk that I recovered way quicker than I thought I would. That spurred me on for the final 8 and like Sanjeev said, all you are doing is repeating what you did for the first 8! And he's right. I just found that steady pace and kept going.

I watched a Japanese slow running video on YouTube last night and I focused on keeping my head up whilst running, taking in my environment and just letting the music carry me.

I did notice my left calf tighten a bit on the last couple of minutes but I think that will ease off. Wasn't painful but I was aware of it.

Really looking forward to Friday's run now. Can't believe what a confidence builder this is. :))))

To everyone doing their runs today, go out and smash it. XX

[carolinestanford Graduate]

Just brilliant! Well done you 🤗

[Hidden in reply to carolinestanford]

Thank you so much Caroline, honestly it's such a lovely feeling to have nailed this one. X

[Instructor57 Graduate]

That's great !

And good to have your pace under control , that will stand you in good stead for the longer runs ,😬👍

[Hidden in reply to Instructor57]

Yep I figured if I keep to what I know works for my body then I'll just keep doing that unti l get to the 30 min stage, then after that work on the time and distance. 😁

It's such a good feeling though to know I can now keep going for that length of time.

[Instructor57 Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Absolutely, and that it's completely at your control 👍

[nowster Graduate]

You've worked out posture is key too. 👍

Looking forward, not at your feet, and that has consequences on the rest of the body: straighter spine, better angle between pelvis and hips, etc.

[Hidden in reply to nowster]

It really helped today I have to admit.

Because I was so self conscious to begin with I had a bad habit of running with my head down which I can imagine impacts the spine and neck etc.

Today I felt much better and actually, I've realised I'm no longer self conscious and just want to run! 😁

[LottieMW Ambassador]

Brilliant! 🙌🏼

I’m 1 week behind you, awesome to think that this time next week I’ll be half way through!

Good luck for Run 3...you’ll smash it! 👊

[Hidden in reply to LottieMW]

Good luck to you too and thank you so much!! Xx

[mezziejay Graduate]

Amazing ! Mine was terrible I hated it ! Your post made me smile tho and made me want to carry on ! I got soaked too ! I hope Friday Is dry for us !!

[Hidden in reply to mezziejay]

We'll have some celebrating to do on Friday for sure xx

[CazzaW Graduate]

Fantastic 💪 good luck for Friday 😁

[Hidden in reply to CazzaW]

Thank you CazzaW 😁

[acountrycabbage Graduate]

Well done Burkey! See you Friday 🙌🏼 Currently excited.. might change my mind by Thursday night..! 😅🥴

[Hidden in reply to acountrycabbage]

Yeh same here, I can't help but be a bit excited because that 5 minute walk in between, I think I could have carried on running, I wasn't out of puff at that point. It's making me optimistic for that 20 minutes! Everything crossed here anyway :))) Bring it on!

[VPOLLIE67 Graduate]

Well done Burkey!!! It’s such a moment finishing that second 8min run. Imagine we are looking forward to a 20mins run hahahaha. This programme is amazing. Bring it on!

[Hidden in reply to VPOLLIE67]

It is!! I was over the moon! Once I did the first 8 and felt okay, I knew I could carry on and do the same again. Run, walk, repeat! :))

[David_G]

Well done Burkey46, getting 8 mins under your belt is a great achievement👍 You’ve done that twice in a row with just a small break in between!🙂

You’re doing things the right way so you can be confident you’ll finish the programme now👏👏 Just take it slow and steady then you’ll be fine😀

Good luck, I’m sure you’ll do it, but do post on here if you need support, advice or encouragement!😊

[Hidden in reply to David_G]

Thank you David, the support really is appreciated 😁

[JulesL69 Graduate]

Well done 👍🏻 you smashed it. Roll on R3 😊

[Hidden in reply to JulesL69]

Yes indeed 😁😁