Returning to Couch to 5k in 2021!

[chrisc25k]

I'm back!

Completed C25k in Nov 2018 and achieved 5km in a very respectable 30m20s. Had to stop running as tight IT bands caused some stress fractures in the feet!! (yeah was in agony!) I'm returning after a period of low impact workouts/exericise as I'm determined to not be beaten.

**I MISS THE BUZZ AND THE ACHIEVEMENT**

Hoping lots more stretching and warm ups and warm downs will prevent the feet from giving up on me.

Love to hear from others who were in a similar situation and what you did to overcome it.

[cheekychipmunks Graduate]

Hi Chris! Great to see you back. Happy C25K’ing again. 😀 Hope your IT bands behave - my word that must have been excruciating. 😩

[chrisc25k Graduate in reply to cheekychipmunks]

cheers. yes was after all that hard work put in.. being super mindful this time as know what to expect.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting restarted.

Many people have to redo the plan because of life and health issues.........you know it works so enjoy it.

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.