Feeling Deflated

[Kemali]

Started Couch to 5k again and I have been struggling this time, but I've kept going I've repeated Wk 1 a few times. Now I'm really enjoying it but I'm in so much pain after it with my knee. I'm taking pain killers using deep heat gel and also tried a tens machine but my knee still hurts. Are there any exercises I could do to help me get back into running please.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

The 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.

[CS51LOL Graduate]

Hi i graduated last year but after a while my knees played up. I was out for a good few months found it hard to walk and even go upstairs. I ended up going to physio for 4 weeks. Then waited a while until I felt ready to start again. Graduated last week but taking my time. Good luck.

[Kemali in reply to CS51LOL]

Thankyou, I'm resting for 4 days and I've bought a knee support to wear. I've been doing the knee exercises daily which is helping

[CS51LOL Graduate in reply to Kemali]

That's good. I put tape on my knees for extra support when I'm jogging. Take care.