I'm back and determined!! 🤨

[FarFromPastIt]

Hi folks,This is my second crack at completing this. My first attempt went swimmingly well up until the second to last run of week nine when I somehow managed strain my hip so badly that it affected me for months and stopped me running completely. I was managing sub 30min 5k's in that final week, so I know I can do it, I just hope that my body survives this time. Lots of stretchingthis time me thinks...

So, it's now just over two years later, I'm 54, active, the hip has 100% sorted itself out, but I've also picked up a leisurely stone and half, so it's gong to be tough and I'm going to have to go careful, but after one run I feel great - achy- but great!

This time I WILL succeed!

Onwards!

Dave in Norfolk.

😁

[Annieapple Administrator Graduate]

🙌🥳You certainly will succeed! In fact you have succeeded by making a start! Every time you get up and out that door and attempt a run you are succeeding. That’s all you have to do and keep doing! Good to hear that all is well now! Enjoy following the program & doing some dynamic warm ups before if you can and stretches afterwards. Makes a big difference! Keeping well hydrated every day is another vital tip!

[GTFC Graduate]

Yes Dave!! Love it mate 👌 Good luck knocking down the runs and getting through the weeks 👏👏👏

[MissUnderstanding Administrator Graduate]

Great to have you here! You know you can do it which can give you a mental boost. Plus you’ve already got all that experience from last time too. Have a fantastic time through the program and get ready to have a lot of fun! Keep it steady and if your hip starts grumbling, it’s worth seeking advice earlier rather than later. When I had problems, my physio got me doing strength work so it’s might be a good plan to think about adding that in to your routine too to keep that injury at bay.

Good luck!!

[FarFromPastIt in reply to MissUnderstanding]

Yes, my thoughts exactly. I'll keep an eye on it, and I'll definitely stretch more than I did last time.

[Cmoi Graduate]

Well done on restarting FarFromPastIt !

Sub-30 minute 5ks as a beginner runner are very speedy indeed, and I have to say I'm wondering if that pace was a factor in your hip injury.

Despite the programme name the aim of C25K is to complete three non-stop 30-minute runs in week 9, the distance is irrelevant. Keeping to a pace at which you can comfortably hold a conversation will actually get you running further - literally and metaphorically - and will reduce your risk of injury. Maybe have a (re-)read of the programme guide, as it's got lots of useful tips: healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Enjoy your running!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Welcome back.... you have had some great advice here... my only bit to add, as ever...keep it slow and steady, listen to your body and be kind to yourself.