Part of me is dreading the run for 3 minutes and part of me is looking forward to the challenge, determined to do it though. Finally finished W2R3 on Friday as I walked 10km with the dogs the weekend before and it knackered my legs so delayed finishing W2.
W3R1 for me tonight.: Part of me is dreading the... - Couch to 5K
W3R1 for me tonight.
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It’s ok. It’s not as bad as one might think. Just remember that there’s no reason to rush. Keep a good steady pace and go slow.
This is what I did after going at it like I was a seasoned runner and it’s worked.
Just completed W5R1 this morning and did three 5 minute runs.
I’m sure that you will be able to do it. I took a 2 week break after week 3 as I had hurt my knee. Started all over again from week 1.
Keep going. Keep safe. 🙂
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Oh I remember that nervous excitement before a run! All I can say is that the nervousness and dread goes away but the excitement remains before and after a run. I ran my first 6k this morning, still so excited about it! You can do this, just take it easy and enjoy. Go you! 🏃♀️💥
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Anticipating a challenge is just fine but letting it overflow, even if only in part, into dread, really is counterproductive.
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Relax and relish the challenge.......... don't fear it.
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You'll be fine! Try not to overthink it - one foot in front of the other! I found thinking about the whole programme as an adventure helped a lot and got rid of any negative thoughts. Even now, nearly a year on, I just go and run and don't think ahead too much