I did it!

[Newbieto5k]

My 1st run was a bit delayed but I did it tonight 😄 in the rain, which I quite liked and I actually ran, never thought I could even for short bursts. But 8 mins in total 😳🤣 I'm so surprised how much I enjoyed it, even though my shins hurt and my face was purple by the end. Thank you for the encouragement and inspiration. Slow and steady is good advice. I think I'll do it again on Tuesday 🏃‍♀️😊

[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.

[Currentum4Salutem]

I can honestly say that it’s worth all of the effort. I never thought that I would be looking forward to going out for a run. Least of all working towards running 5k. Enjoy.

[Rennur Graduate in reply to Currentum4Salutem]

You wont be looking forward to it soon.

You will merely be desperate to go running!

It's ADDICTIVE -in a good way of course.

Glad to see you are hooked already.

Well done on your first run of many.

[Tank_EG Graduate]

Hi Newbieto5k and well done 👍

I was you 5 weeks ago and I am thoroughly enjoying it 😀

[Dups Graduate]

Well done on your first run😊 It is amazing what you can actually achieve. It’s addictive. Keep reading all the posts with loads of brilliant tips and advice. Everyone on this forum is fabulous and will keep you motivated with loads of encouragement as you run through your C25K journey.

Good luck🏃‍♀️😊

[JetsNanna Graduate]

Well done on starting. Now you’ve taken that first step it’s all to play for. Bravo 😊👏🏼👏🏼

[Buddhagal Graduate]

Well done you...the first of many great steps. ....albeit slowly🤣😂. I've learnt this one from everyone else👍👍. Keep going.... you're worth it😁😁👏👏👏🙋🐌

[Couchphoenix Graduate]

Well done Newbieto5k a purple face shows you’ve put the effort in....my advice to you is take it nice and steady and trust the programme. Don’t overthink your runs and get your breathing into a nice steady rhythm....Good Luck 👍