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I'm new to running not ran since school and I was always last then πŸ™ƒ. Just completes wk1 c25k. Left knee a bit tight and sore but determined to carry on. Slow and steady 🐒 tortoise.

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Well done on starting the program πŸ‘

I would suggest reading the guide if you haven't already , you will find a lot of support here on the forum and a slow steady tortoise is good πŸ˜πŸ‘

Enjoy the journey

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RunGinger52β€’ in reply toInstructor57

Thank you

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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.

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RunGinger52β€’ in reply toIannodaTruffe

many thanks will read

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Well done πŸ‘πŸΌ keep at it!

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RunGinger52β€’ in reply toBuzzbeebh

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