W1R2 in the heat.

[Pelephant]

Well for W1R1 it was tipping it down with rain, this time it was blisteringly hot. Went on the same route. The park seems prettier in the sunshine but of course there were many many more people out, doing sporty things like rounders and tennis and football. None of them seemed to laugh at me, even though unlike them I went bright red and my hands swelled up like sausages. I'm not very good in the heat and think i prefer running in the rain.. Still I completed it and my hands look normal again now, so I guess there's nothing to worry about there.

[Heartboy Graduate]

Well done. I went out for the first time in over 2 weeks and came back looking like a beetroot but nice to know I was in good company.

[AngelaF]

Mine swelled up today too! Didn't mind the heat too much. I am also on W1R2, my third time starting the programme - all the way to the end this time!

[Ballanty Graduate]

Wait till tomorrow and you will feel great

I cant believe aim saying this because the run seemed hard because I was so unfit but the next day I wake up with a spring in my feet and feeling happy well done

[OliversDad]

Well done Pelephant - sounds like my run!

[Anniemurph Graduate]

I really struggle in the heat and would much rather run in light rain! Well done for completing this run, and I hope it's cooler for your next one!

[earl-grey-sian Graduate]

I started today. First time I'd run more than across the width of a road for 32 years!

It was hot and humid, but I was pleasantly surprised. Had doubts as to whether I'd be able to run for one minute, let alone then repeat it several times. Found the last few jogging intervals harder, legs got heavy and lungs became asthmatic.

Next session is arranged for 6am Tuesday, before work, accompanied by my 19 year old daughter. Fortunately she's not ashamed of her overweight 47 year old mother.

How are you getting on?

[Pelephant Graduate]

Thanks everyone for your kind comments. you have all kept me going through week one!