W5 R2

[Jonnyt0779]

So just completed W5R2 I found it easier than I was expecting....my calves were aching a bit....this is the first time I've felt that since I started couch to 5k.... I've just notice run 3 is 20 minutes non stop that's a massive jump surely...however I'll get out there and try it in a couple of days...

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Well done.

This breakdown of W5 will clarify that there is no big jump healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Stretching immediately after every run, nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/h... while muscles are still warm and supple, pulls out contractions, avoiding carrying tensions into the next run and also improves recovery by improving blood flow, as recommended in the guide to the plan.

Many people do not hold their stretches for long enough or put enough effort in. Hold post run stretches for 30 seconds and make sure the pull is strong enough to be on the verge of discomfort.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Congratulations on completing run 2 of week 5, as far as that 20 minute run of week 5 is concerned, take it slow and steady, after you complete it you will be very proud of yourself, good luck.

[Instructor57 Graduate]

Week 5 run 3 is actually 1 minute less training then run 2 ! 😁

[Skyblueandblack Graduate]

To me the week five runs have been the most rewarding, perhaps because it ends with the first real run in C25K, (I run W8R2 tomorrow).W5 does seem a big jump. But I found it to be the one where I learnt that getting your pace right is more important than speed.

If you can't talk without gasping for breath you are running too fast. Keep that in your mind on R3 and you'll manage it!!!!

[joeyg76 Graduate]

W5R3 was actually my favourite run so far (I’m about to start W9). Remember to take it steady and enjoy it 😊