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Twisted ankle three weeks in :(

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Hey so I got to week three on the program. I the ended up twisting my ankle and had to rest it for two weeks.

I really want to get back on it, should I go from the start of the program again?

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Tasha99Graduate

If you have only had two weeks off, you should be ok to carry on from where you left off.

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IannodaTruffeMentor

Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.

As stated in the guide to the plan, you lose no significant condition in the first two weeks of non running.

After that loss of condition is gradual.

All any of us can do after a lay off is to go out and see what we can comfortably manage, then build back up gently, using C25k or something similar as a guide to weekly increase.

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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CookieMonsta1987 in reply to IannodaTruffe

Thank you will check out the guide now

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