Week 3

[lucypc25k]

I completed W3R1 today and it went really well! Thought I’d drop a note here incase anyone else was unsure of the step up from week 2. The thought of trying to run for 3 minutes consecutively was scary but it worked fine by pacing myself. Good luck!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

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.

[Little0ne Graduate]

well done on your run!! Just remember to keep a decent pace and not to over-do it. Keep going, you’re doing well ☺️

[SueAppleRun Graduate]

Glad you are doing so well

[Chinkoflight]

hi Lucypc25k, well done for starting. It's amazing how those early weeks build your strength and confidence. If at any point it starts to feel tough slow down. Rest assured you have the potential to run, C25K, followed closely, WILL unlock that potential. Today I ran my third 60 minute run having started C25K in April. I am 70 years old ,never run in my life, and set out to get some control of my health following a stroke.

The mentors provide fantastic advice and support don't hesitate to ask if you hit any problems.

week 5 for me was life changing. Enjoy the journey.

[lucypc25k in reply to Chinkoflight]

Thanks for sharing your story! Very inspirational, well done you.