W9 Coming up

[Tonym182]

Hi

I'm a 59 year old male weighing 100K and have managed to struggle through the last 8 weeks.... I managed 3.9K in 28 mins but am not getting too stressed about the distance aspect. The main benefit I've experienced is that almost from the beginning of the run i am able to get into a rhythmic breathing pattern that enables me to 'plod on regardlessly'. After 'fighting' with my breathing for the first 7 weeks this is a welcome change. Next week (W9) I'm thinking I may be able to do 4-4.5KM in 30 mins or so. Anyway here's hoping......

cheers

Tony

Bournemouth

[WegieGirl]

I am 54 and never been a runner. Just done W5R3 and was worried about stepping up to 20min run. Steady breathing helps. Keep up the good work, nearly there

[acountrycabbage Graduate]

Well done Tony sounds like you’re doing brilliantly. Just 3 runs to go!

🤩🏁✨🥳

[Peter44 Graduate]

I'm 56, 106 kg, not run since i played football, 30 years ago! 😂

Just finished w6, did the 25 min run, 2.98 km 🐢, so pretty slow pace, but really enjoying it now, as struggled, first few weeks.

Well done, as your almost there now! 👏

[Dups Graduate]

Sounds like you doing amazing. 3 runs left to graduation.

Good luck and enjoy 😊

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.

This guide to the plan is essential reading even at your stage 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.

[Couchphoenix Graduate]

Well done Tonym182 you’re doing well, what you say is spot on, the secret is to get your breathing into a good rhythm and then your legs will just keep going....Good Luck for Week 9, Graduation Day is now in sight 🎓 👀