I actually ran

[Alvor]

First run ever. at the very start I really struggled running one minute. Today I completed w5r3 and ran 20 minutes without stopping. I can’t believe I actually managed it. I was nervous going into it, but took it easy and just thought in 5 minute blocks. If I can do it, anyone can. Never exercised, 5 stone overweight and mortified in leggings. Now 2 stone overweight, much fitter, leggings are still not great though lol.

[Bambi2020 Graduate]

Well done. Did week 5 run 3 last week- feels great

[Thomass45507]

Awesome, im 2 runs behind you 😁

[nowster Graduate]

Well done! 👍

This run comes with the side effect of a grin that lasts all day and an irrational urge to brag about it to anyone who might listen. 😁

[Alvor Graduate in reply to nowster]

It so does! I was hyper when I got home 🙈

[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.

[spongecat Graduate]

Congratulations, Alvor!

It's a wonderful feeling isn't it and to surprise ourselves! Keep going, you have got this.

[Amieet]

Well done!

[Peter44 Graduate]

Well done, did my w5 r3 on friday, big achievment, keep going, w6 here we go!!! 💪

[Sybilw Graduate]

Well done you!That run is a game changer - I think it’s downhill (metaphorically at least) from here. FYI leggings are unforgiving for everybody!! 🤣🤣🤣

[Hobbithealth]

I did the same and share in your surprise at actually running ( slow crawly jog in my case 😂) for 20 mins . Well done you , keep going , you're doing great 👍

[NusiaFab Graduate]

Well done,this is so inspiring! I'm on W2R1 so far and working through pain😅, but each run really boosts my mood!

Hope I can reach your level in few weeks!