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Where should I start back up?

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Picked up an injury two weeks ago on week 6 run 3.

My question is where should I go back to? Should I repeat week six or go back to week 5? Determined to get through this any advice would be very welcome thank you 😊

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Assuming you are fit again I would carry on from where you left off . You will not have lost much fitness in 2 weeks .

Just take it slow

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Hannahf09 in reply to Instructor57

Thank you!Yes I’m feeling much better. Will start back up where I ended.

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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.

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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