Just starting out

[NewBeginner1]

Just new to this so havnt done my first day yet. If I can’t complete it first time round do I just keep trying until I do and keep going back to first day ? .

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your decision.

This guide to the plan is essential reading and will answer most of your questions 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.

[FrankyC Graduate]

You CAN do this, I really wasn't sure I could but with some sound advice and a little encouragement you can.

Top Tips from a 2nd time around Newbie

1. Go SLOW 🐌 really slow, slower than your fast walking pace and don't bounce.

2. Do the stretches after every run they really help you not to feel sore. Go to the 🤍 icon at the bottom of the app and you will find the Tab for stretching if you scroll down.

3. Listen to your coach and read all of the info before starting. It really helps.

Try to have set days/ times for running and set the reminder it really helps you stick to it if you have a plan.

4.Be kind to yourself and remember the Programme works. Believe in it and Believe in Yourself. 😀👍 you CAN do it.

Good luck 🍀

[Sensory_Leaf Graduate]

When I started: I was a 18st 10 man of 5"9 (so extremely morbidly obese) an ex smoker of 24 years and asthmatic. What iv learned is the plan is extremely well put together, and super achievable. The brain though isn't: I struggled more with my brain telling me "you can't do it" than anything else.

Now I'm 6 weeks in, and last week I ran 20mins non stop. As mentioned previously: pace is super important, if you don't have a heart rate tracker: ask yourself out loud: "could I hold a conversation, at this pace, without gasping for air?" If you can't (as I found at the start) your going too fast. The "easy conversational pace" for me, is pretty close to that of a brisk walk, but at this pace, your exercising in your aerobic zone, which will increase stamina.

[nowster Graduate]

The hardest step is the first one, off the couch.