I've been wanting to start running again for such a long time...but I keep putting it off, doing too much then finding it so hard that I never go again...am sure you know the type of thing I mean. I used to run around 15 years ago and loved it....but now I'm approaching 40 (in December) and am desperate to get fit!!
I have a busy life with working and having 3 kids......and can make lots of excuses....it is very hard to find the time...and that's something I need to work out....
Have been walking briskly for a while and that's been ok...but want to step up the pace a bit. I do want to lose around half a stone...but my main aim is to feel better in myself and fitter! So wish me luck....a, hoping to go out for my 1st run of week 1 tomorrow.
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Good luck this is a wonderful program to ease you in to running . It is step by step and although challenging it is not overwhelming. I am 54 and doing the program I'm in week 7 and loving it ! I have always enjoyed exercise but have never been a runner. This program has taught me to take it slow and build it is wonderful. Good luck I'm sure you will love it
For your encouragement SnowyOwl and Fluffywelshsheep.....I'll hopefully post back later!! It's inspiring to know so many people have succeeded with this plan. I have the Get Running App in my phone which follows the C25K plan......and have uploaded a playlist which should hopefully keep me motivated!! Just got to get out of the door!!!
Ok so IDID IT!!!!! And it wasn't as bad as the last time I tried to start- perhaps the walking has built up my fitness more than I thought!!! It was almost enjoyable........apart from one problem that's happened the last few times I've tried to run.....I get a pounding headache! It eases off during the walking bit (but is still there) and then gets more intense once running. Any ideas? I had a drink before I went out.....
Well done for taking that first step - I am like you a working mum of 2 very busy children and never seemed to find the time. However I do think this programme is very achievable in terms of time as well as fitness. I bet you will love it - I have just finished week 4 and am even looking forward to the sessions - very strange. Keep an eye on the headaches - make sure you are really well hydrated - if it persitis I would visit the docs just to be safe!
This really works if you put your trust in Laura. I'm nearly 64 and have never run before. I am now running 5k three times a week and feeling great. Give it a go and I'm sure you'll succeed.
Not sure on the headache- maybe make sure you've drunk enough during the day before running, rather than just before the run. And take some water with you.
Completed Week 1 run 3 tonight....no more headaches, and finding it ok!! (you might even say I'm enjoying it!!). A couple of friends are joining me once or twice a week, so my training might not go 'by the book' as they are less fit than me, which means i might move in to week 2 a little later than planned. However it's much nicer running with other people!!
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