Week1 - Run 1

[runbean]

Hi, I am new to the whole process and decided to start after the unexpected death of my best friend due to a cardiac arrest. So this C25K and hopefully further is for him.

Well, I could have picked a better day to start as yesterday it was cold, wet and windy. I took the view this was probably the worst conditions to start and it will get better. After i completed the run I was surprised to be pain free, plus feeling good despite being wet through. I completed the stretching exercise too, which helped all-round. Today is my rest day and I am still pain free, amazing!

Roll on Run 2 tomorrow

[PMcL1966 Graduate]

Keep on keeping on. I started last May and completed after 11 weeks (had to miss 2 weeks because of injury). I now run 5 miles every other day. I never thought in a million years I’d ever be able to run that distance. Just remember to keep it nice and slow and you’ll complete the course.

[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.

[Nelson41b]

Well done, I've got one run left until I finish C25K. It will get better and you'll be amazed at how you progress. I find it easier to run in the morning, get it out of the way and then you can put a tick in the box.

[yejin]

I'm so sorry about your friend.

I've also just started the program, having done my second run for week one this morning.

I'm running on a treadmill for now but look forward to being able to do decent runs outdoors.

[Jswe]

Hey, I am week 1 too. Sorry to hear about your friend but I'm glad you are using it to inspire you to do something positive. Not having any pain is great. I got a stitch during the warm up and it got increasingly worse with every run. However, I kept going so I feel good about that. Good luck with your next run!