I attempted week 5 run 3 on Sunday. I was away on the south downs and predictably I just couldn't cope with the hills. I seemed to just have no energy to do the run. I did bits and as my hubby said I still got out there. Today I went back and re-did run 2 just to get my head back into the "I can do it" zone. Going to attempt run 3 again on friday but really nervous about that jump to 20 minutes. Have a good Wednesday everyone x
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Week 5 run 3 is not something to be nervous about !And it's not actually a 'Jump' 😁
Infact if you have a look at the timings , the total training time for week 5 run 3 is actually 1 minute LESS then that of run 2 😁
Just take it slow , then even slower !
But take the pressure off and just enjoy the run 👍
Thanks very much for this. I must admit that I haven't been counting the recovery walks as training so that makes alot of sense.
I'm only on week 2 so thank you for posting this as it helps to know what to expect and that I don't have to try do it all perfectly! Sounds like a good plan. I reckon hills make a massive difference!
Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.
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.
Hello! I finished W5 D3 yesterday. I found getting a playlist I found enjoyable and motivational really helped and just trundle along. I'd steer clear of hills for this one.
You'll surprise yourself I promise just keep your feet moving.
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That was my approach for all the non-stop runs. Made playlists of songs that were about 5 minutes long and counted the songs rather than the minutes.
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Slow down, be positive and enjoy your running...... don't turn it into a battle.
This breakdown of W5 may help you put it all into perspective healthunlocked.com/couchto5...
Preparation is also key. Be rested, fuelled and hydrated in the hours before the run.
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The only real difference between W5R2 and W5R3 is that you are swapping out the 5 minute brisk walk in the middle of R2 for a 4 minute slow run in R3. Think of it as still having three parts and try to consciously do the middle section a bit slower (you can slow down even more for the final part too).
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Thinking back to when I did W5R3 I was so nervous. I probably wouldn’t have done it on a hilly course. Go flat and go slow. As others have said, it’s not that much worse than the other runs. Good luck! 👍
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I did all the runs blind not knowing what was coming I think too much thinking about it is bad for you. Since completing the course I have been much more dedicated to stretching before and after and strength training they really do make a difference.
Plus it’s been pretty dam hot down south even early so don’t beat yourself up and good luck with the next run you can do it!!
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You’ve got this Penguingirl! It’s really not as bad as you imagine, I really enjoyed my W5R3 because I felt like a proper runner! Go slow, then slow down. First 5 mins is tough but you get in a rhythm. Don’t think yourself out of it. Rooting for you! 🏃♀️🏃♀️🏃♀️
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Good luck on your run Penguingirl1! I just completed W5R2 this morning in the RAIN! It was so refreshing after the heatwave and I actually enjoyed the run for the first time since starting C25K. Will attempt run 3 later on in the week. Come on - WE GOT THIS!! 🏃🏻♀️