Just started wk 4 , 5 mins a big jump from 3 but I done it 🤪
Done it 👍: Just started wk 4 , 5 mins a big... - Couch to 5K
Done it 👍
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Brilliant running SilvaS keep going 👍👍
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Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.
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.
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Well done keep it going
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Well done SilvaS, it’s only 2 mins more, think of it as half a song 🎵. Take the running parts nice and slow, try to relax, you’ll run a lot better.
As I say to most people, one of the most important things I’ve found is to get your breathing into a good steady rhythm. Nice deep breath in through your mouth (not too quickly) then purse your lips slightly as you exhale, if you’re taking in sufficient oxygen, you won’t feel so out of breath. Your body is like a machine and the oxygen is your fuel.
Good Luck 👍