I'm so happy that I've completed week 5, didn't think I'd be able to run for 20 minutes in one go - but I did! Next week I'm looking forward to running week 6 in new waterproof trainers from Merrel, which means I'll get home with dry feet for a change.
Week 5 in the bag and new waterproof trainers - Couch to 5K
Week 5 in the bag and new waterproof trainers
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That's awesome. I just completed week 5 too. Hope your new shoes help ☺️🏃🏻♀️💪
Well done. I really enjoyed week 5. I have Merrell shoes too, they are great x
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I’m with you! Just done my Wk5r3. Fantastic! And waiting for my non holey new trainers to arrive! Life’s looking pretty damn good!
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Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.
The problem with waterproof shoes is that they don't let the water back out if you stand in a puddle, as we all do. Give me well draining shoes any day.
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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That’s the great thing about this programme. No one thinks they can run for 20 minutes without stopping, until they actually do it.
Just trust the programme, it really does work.