Week 2 day 3 - Done!

[Fitness2025]

Ate something this time think it helped. First run did not like. Then after that was a mix of fine and a bit of a struggle. Also doesnt help when cars don't indicate! Last run I did struggle towards the end. Nervous for week 3! But must have a positive mindset!

[Yesletsgo Administrator]

A positive mindset is the key to everything (running and non running)

A lot of us find our runs difficult when we set off. There is even a name for it - the Toxic Ten. This recognises that as the body makes the transition from not-running to running it needs to make adjustments and these take a little time to happen after the start of the run .

You sort of get used to it. If I feel tired and lumpy at the start of my run I tell myself that it's just Toxic Ten and will soon pass...and it usually does. Something to look forward to when you do the longer runs, you'll be doing most of them in the warmed up state.

Here's to Week 3, you're doing great so far, long may you continue

[Fitness2025 in reply to Yesletsgo]

Thank you!!

[sheps Graduate in reply to Yesletsgo]

I had forgotten that Toxic Ten - it is a useful one to remember when you have a difficult start - especially on the longer runs when it can seem a long way to the recovery walk. Thanks for the reminder.

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate]

well done Fitness2025 … don’t let those gremlins in!!!

Head down and take on that week 3..the plan is preparing you for it..remember slow and steady away

[Fitness2025 in reply to Mummycav]

Thank you!!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Slow and steady and try to keep it relaxed Well done to you x

Take a read...

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

[Fitness2025 in reply to Oldfloss]

Thank you!! 🙂

[drl212 Graduate]

Nicely done! And welcome to Week 3.

I think you'll find every run is different depending on weather, the day, and most importantly - YOU.

Keep us posted...

[Fitness2025 in reply to drl212]

Thank you!!