So pleased that I have made it to the end of C25K. I thought my arthritis would be a problem and by week 2 my knees and ankles were so painful. I took the advise given to others on this forum and took time off to fully rest my joints and also watched the videos on slow running and correct gait.
When I felt better I decided to give it one last go and to my amazement the changes to my technique worked and my joints were fine. I followed the programme and today I finished. So now my aim is to continue running.
I feel so much better, especially when I find the motivation to go after long day at work. Initially all I could think about when running was finishing that run, but now I am able to focus on other things, which for me, is a fantastic way to de-stress 😁
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Hi and congratulations! Can you point me to the video on gait you mentioned? I am starting again after two years having quit with ankle pain. So pleased for you!
youtu.be/9L2b2khySLEIt’s the Japanese slow running one, I’m not sure link will work . I focused on trying to make my foot land in the middle of foot , not my toes or heel striking. I slowed my running down, as the video suggested, so I was almost walking and really concentrated on how I was placing my feet.
I know you can get gait analysis in some sports shops and it might be worth a try.
I take large dose of ibuprofen daily for my arthritis, before I started C25K I would really struggle with pain until my pain killers took effect( they are slow release). I cannot believe how much change I have now, I am almost pain free now, and I believe how I run ( and walk at work, on feet all day) is making the difference
The rest days are really important and I have made sure I fully rest . Good luck
That's great news, especially when you have had to overcome the arthritis. I think running does seem to help this complaint in some cases. I have osteoarthritis in my lower back, but since running, am more-or-less trouble free. It must strengthen muscles supporting the bones and keep it free of stiffness.Enjoy your well earned success. Best wishes ☺️
Well done! 👋👋👋 now take time to consolidate all you’ve done. Happy 🏃♀️🏃♀️🏃♀️
Well done you! Congratulations! Enjoy your time on the podium and all the very best for your onward running journey,🎓🍾🥂🏅🏃🏻♀️🏃♀️👏🏻😊🎉I see that you have posted a video, I also have arthritis, I shall take a look. Thank you.
Well done you it’s such a great achievement now is the bigger task to keep it going! But I’ve found it’s made me so much healthier and happier it’s addictive.But for now celebrate 🎉🎉🎉
Congratulations! I graduated today, like you I've got arthritis (in my knee). I refused to run for years in case I made it worse but took the plunge in March. I had a blip, overdid it and had to stop for a couple of weeks but since then there's no stopping me! Here's hoping your pain carries on reducing and you keep running!
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