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Well I got out there again

W1r2 was just as horrible as w1r1. I think I was hoping that it would feel easier second time out whilst really knowing it wouldn't. I did find some...

W1r2 was just as horrible as w1r1. I think I was hoping that it would feel easie...

RubyReadman

•7 years ago

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Calf muscles

How do I stop my calf muscles from hurting when I rum

thugh1

•7 years ago

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1st run!

Hi all, Just back from my first ever run on this programme - shattered and sweaty but pleased I did it. Don't exercise anywhere near enough so am pleased I got...

Hi all, Just back from my first ever run on this programme - shattered and sweat...

Andyj1980

•7 years ago

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Week 5, R3 Gutted!

I managed the 20 min run, but had a 1 minute break after the first 10 mins. Was really struggling, so had to stop. I don't know whether to repeat the run or...

I managed the 20 min run, but had a 1 minute break after the first 10 mins. Was ...

Tiredchick

Graduate•7 years ago

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Music to motivate

I graduated a couple of weeks ago but am still no way near the 5k in 30 minutes. I know some never make it, but I am only at 3.3k. I do Parkrun and have got...

I graduated a couple of weeks ago but am still no way near the 5k in 30 minutes....

Erinsjoy

Graduate•7 years ago

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Ouch - advice needed for a beginner

Ok so I'm brand new to running and could do with some advice :( I'm a 44 year old wanting to improve my physical and mental wellbeing and so began to try a...

Ok so I'm brand new to running and could do with some advice :( I'm a 44 year o...

Hidden

•7 years ago

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Hi everyone, I'm a newbie

Turned 50 a week ago and I've just done my first run on the app, feeling good!

gotpickedlast

•7 years ago

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Am I ready for 25 mins?

My running brothers and sisters, I could use some help. I did W6R2 today, 2x 10 mins, which I should reasonably be able to do without too many problems....

My running brothers and sisters, I could use some help. I did W6R2 today, 2x 10...

resolution

Graduate•7 years ago

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2 weeks after hip pain

well have had a rest for 7 days and feel good have an appointment in the morning with the chiropractor i did ask him if i should run this evening to see how...

well have had a rest for 7 days and feel good have an appointment in the morni...

2Fit2Sit

Graduate•7 years ago

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Park runs

I have got my bar code for park runs and was aiming to do one end of June/July. My local ones are Moors Valley, Brockenhurst and Bournemouth. Does anyone have...

I have got my bar code for park runs and was aiming to do one end of June/July. ...

Hidden

•7 years ago

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Slinky's done w5r1

Did the run with slinky today, was warm but she did well, getting there slowly but surely, managed to run some in the shade under the trees watching out for...

Did the run with slinky today, was warm but she did well, getting there slowly b...

davelinks

Graduate•7 years ago

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Feeling frustrated, gaining weight!

Hi all I just wondered whether anyone else had found this when they first started the program... Basically, after losing 6 stones and maintaining that weight...

Hi all I just wondered whether anyone else had found this when they first starte...

universa_2k

Graduate•7 years ago

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New trainers

Just done W2R1 in my new trainers! They were great but I struggled , took advice given here and just went slowly. That definitely helped and I finished it with...

Just done W2R1 in my new trainers! They were great but I struggled , took advice...

Sarahb18

Graduate•7 years ago

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Week 2 Run 2 completed and signed up for my first 5K run

Week 2 Run 2, I find the middle Run to be the most difficult in terms of motivation but I feel like I smashed it today managing a nice steady pace on my runs...

Week 2 Run 2, I find the middle Run to be the most difficult in terms of motivat...

Jonno7452

•7 years ago

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So Sick

Intended to do W3R3 tonight but have a terrible cold. Been coughing and sneezing all day....... Maybe tomorrow.

Intended to do W3R3 tonight but have a terrible cold. Been coughing and sneezing...

KimLoulou

Graduate•7 years ago

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Running in the Rain

Well I have just done WK2R1 and it was raining. The gremlin I had to battle to get out there was huge. But I did it and am so proud of myself. I took it easy...

Well I have just done WK2R1 and it was raining. The gremlin I had to battle to g...

rarroe

•7 years ago

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Ouch!

W4R1 started extremely well but half way through I pulled my calf muscles...AGONY! Completed the session though, running very slowly. Any advice on treating a...

W4R1 started extremely well but half way through I pulled my calf muscles...AGON...

GT51

•7 years ago

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Always in the peak zone!

That's week 8 done! My Fitbit always says I am in the peak zone but I couldn't run any slower if I tried! Cream crackers!

That's week 8 done! My Fitbit always says I am in the peak zone but I couldn't r...

Jaxdreamer

Graduate•7 years ago

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Has anyone used one of these

I saw this advertised and wondered how good it is. I need to invest in something to carry a small water bottle and jelly babies/gels. I am not sure about...

I saw this advertised and wondered how good it is. I need to invest in something...

Hidden

•7 years ago

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Still here, still running 🏃

I haven't posted much recently, but I'm still getting out 3 times a week for runs. I recently took part in the Liverpool Spring City 5k which was great fun. It...

I haven't posted much recently, but I'm still getting out 3 times a week for run...

Rosie958

Graduate•7 years ago

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8 Minutes 7 Seconds Improvement on 5K Track Time By Running and Walking With No Jogging

Merely changing from a jog to a Run and Walk work out, my time was improved by 8 minutes! Incredible. I think that was a right decision! Distance 5K / 3.1mi...

Merely changing from a jog to a Run and Walk work out, my time was improved by 8...

gdcgray

Graduate•7 years ago

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Fat ankles and feeling fed up!

So completed W3R3 Saturday and haven't been able to run since. My left ankle is twice the size it should be and getting fatter by the day! I've been told it's...

So completed W3R3 Saturday and haven't been able to run since. My left ankle is ...

EleanorL

Graduate•7 years ago

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Wk 2 done

Had been sitting on the computer all morning doing uni work , felt all sore , neck , shoulders and head . Really could not be bothered going for a run but so...

Had been sitting on the computer all morning doing uni work , felt all sore , ne...

Maggie700

•7 years ago

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Running style

Hi all just completed w3r2 and breathing felt fine however I'm struggling with my legs. I know its early days for me but When I start I can't seem to get into...

Hi all just completed w3r2 and breathing felt fine however I'm struggling with m...

mandy17william

•7 years ago

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New snack of perfection

So I just got in from my second Crossfit session of the day (this is me easing back in gently - I did a Masters class for the over 40's on Sunday, then signed...

So I just got in from my second Crossfit session of the day (this is me easing b...

Rignold

•7 years ago

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New to C25k Advice?

Hey guys, I'm new here. I was just wondering if you had any advice for starting C25k? I am about 55lbs overweight and about 70ish pounds from where I want to...

Hey guys, I'm new here. I was just wondering if you had any advice for starting ...

bj0007

•7 years ago

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What is it I'm feeling? Experts, can you help?

I need to pick the brains of the real runners on this forum. I have an 'ache' I guess, it's not painful but very annoying. Up the back of my left leg, starts...

I need to pick the brains of the real runners on this forum. I have an 'ache' I ...

Bonkersbrit

Graduate•7 years ago

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Weight loss

I weighed myself last week and am 5 stone overweight. I am up to W3R2 and definitely feel fitter and I know that running will be easier on my dodgy knees when...

I weighed myself last week and am 5 stone overweight. I am up to W3R2 and defini...

EmRe

•7 years ago

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W3r1 done!

Just sharing that I did W3r1 was fine (when it was over!) got up early to do it before the rain, was humid and my route accidentally involved a hill but got...

Just sharing that I did W3r1 was fine (when it was over!) got up early to do it ...

Hidden

•7 years ago

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Needing motivation...

I'm starting week 2 run 1 after work but I'm so tired and down in the dumps I need some OOMPH!!

I'm starting week 2 run 1 after work but I'm so tired and down in the dumps I ne...

Littlehannahg

•7 years ago

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Posts - Couch to 5K | HealthUnlocked

Couch to 5K

All posts for May 2017

Well I got out there again

Calf muscles

1st run!

Week 5, R3 Gutted!

Music to motivate

Ouch - advice needed for a beginner

Hi everyone, I'm a newbie

Am I ready for 25 mins?

2 weeks after hip pain

Park runs

Slinky's done w5r1

Feeling frustrated, gaining weight!

New trainers

Week 2 Run 2 completed and signed up for my first 5K run

So Sick

Running in the Rain

Ouch!

Always in the peak zone!

Has anyone used one of these

Still here, still running 🏃

8 Minutes 7 Seconds Improvement on 5K Track Time By Running and Walking With No Jogging

Fat ankles and feeling fed up!

Wk 2 done

Running style

New snack of perfection

New to C25k Advice?

What is it I'm feeling? Experts, can you help?

Weight loss

W3r1 done!

Needing motivation...

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