Just started.....

[Prinnysvg]

I just started this app this week, I haven't ran since school which was like 18 years ago!

I never thought I'd make it through day one but I'm actually kinda proud that I did, but 1 minute run for me defo isn't easy, does it get easier? I cant imagine being able to run for more than a minute at a time 😬

Also my shins hurt 😔 any advice?

Thanks

Sarah x

[StoneDragon Graduate]

Congrats on your first run Sarah. I'm only a few runs ahead of you (just finished week 1 today) so I cant offer a lot of advice other than following the recommended stretching and hydrating (in this guide: healthunlocked.com/couchto5... has helped me with sore muscles after the first run. I can only really tell you that run 3 felt much better than run 1 this week I hope that offers some comfort.

Good luck and keep going, it was a huge step to start the programme. Hopefully we'll graduate around the same time.

[Prinnysvg in reply to StoneDragon]

It was run 3 for me today too.....its hard work though....😬....how do u find the running?

[StoneDragon Graduate in reply to Prinnysvg]

I really struggled for the first run in the first week and suffered with stiff calf muscles but I’ve incorporated stretching and better hydration and it has helped (I think).

I started week two today and it wasn’t too bad - I still can’t see me running much more than 90 seconds though without a break!

Have you started week 2 yet?

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

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.

[Prinnysvg in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thanks will check it out

[Ian5K Graduate]

Well done!

Does it get easier? You get stronger, physically and mentally. And you will surprise yourself, believe me.

It sounds like you may be suffering with “shin splints” a common issue with running. Look in the C25k info page for guidance and solutions.

[Prinnysvg in reply to Ian5K]

I'll take a look thank you

[2muchtooyoung Graduate]

I will be honest with you - for me it got easier as soon as I bought new running shoes. That made the world of difference . It stopped my shins, heel, ankle, knees and everything hurting. Until then I was in agony. I guess my old (dad style as I am one) trainers just didn't cut the mustard.

Well done for starting it - hang in there - and use this forum for support its excellent.

[Prinnysvg in reply to 2muchtooyoung]

I defo need better trainers anyway as the only ones I have are defo not running material.

[LottieMW Ambassador]

Well done for starting C25K!

Best tips...slow down...and then slow down again 😄

🐌🐌🐌

[Prinnysvg in reply to LottieMW]

Lol I think I'm already slow

[Baggaz Graduate]

Well done for getting started. Yes, it does get easier. I graduated in August and still cant believe I'm now running for 30mins, something I never thought was possible. You definitely need to read the admins post as it has loads of great advice. Keep at it and happy running x

[Prinnysvg]

Thank you......I cant imagine getting to that stage but I hope I do x

[ground_level in reply to Prinnysvg]

Imagine it! You'll be doing it soon enough.

You're not alone in starting C25K and thinking that running for 30 minutes seems like an impossibility.

It's just one of the beauties of the programme that the unimaginable becomes both imaginable and possible by Week 9.

Enjoy your running journey.

[Nicky2603 Graduate]

Hi, it does get easier, I was the same as you and found the 1 min run hard, but the plan is so well structured if you just follow it and run regularly, it will come. I graduated in August and I have now just started the Magic plan to run 10k, I was the person who would not even run for a bus. You can do this. I found a foam roller helped my aching legs and a soak in the bath, and keep hydrated. I think our bodies do get use to it. Good luck.