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Return to week 4

Starting back at week 4 tomorrow as it's not been possible to run for 30 minutes without a walk after a long break in winter I've just not the stamina to...

Starting back at week 4 tomorrow as it's not been possible to run for 30 minutes...

Sunnybraeboats

Graduate•5 years ago

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Feeling like a runner

Completed w8r1 this morning and honestly can't believe I did it. I remember in week one thinking I was never going to get this far, and literally dreading...

Completed w8r1 this morning and honestly can't believe I did it. I remember in w...

shesgoingforarun

Graduate•5 years ago

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You only get wet once!

When biking me and my friends have always followed the mantra "you only get wet once". The idea being that if it rains, you get wet, and once your wet, that's...

When biking me and my friends have always followed the mantra "you only get wet ...

Bike_and_Run

Graduate•5 years ago

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W5R3 done

After my previous failure - sorry, mustn't use that word - inability to complete W5R3 a couple of weeks ago, I had a few days off because of grandparenting...

After my previous failure - sorry, mustn't use that word - inability to complete...

timlesvagues

•5 years ago

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I did it!

This morning I joined Realfoodieclub's Quest and gave myself the challenge of running 3k 3 times a week, starting TODAY! I am happy to report that I ran 3k...

This morning I joined Realfoodieclub's Quest and gave myself the challenge of ru...

skysue16

Graduate•5 years ago

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What is Your Week ? March...Week 1

Here I am again... ! I get everywhere! March already... and for me... another week of training for my HM goes on...13.7K yesterday and a few more to get until...

Here I am again... ! I get everywhere! March already... and for me... another w...

Oldfloss

Administrator•5 years ago

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Either the Hill was Very Steep, or I Ran Very Slowly

It was the latter. Intentionally the latter, as I do have a few niggles, due to a combination of Wednesday’s run and yesterday’s slide on some mud that saw me...

It was the latter. Intentionally the latter, as I do have a few niggles, due to...

Maddee_6333

Graduate•5 years ago

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Week 6 Run 2

Probably felt the best I’ve been before my run tonight. So me being me obviously I ran the first 10 minutes a bit too fast 🙄! Suffered at the start of the...

Probably felt the best I’ve been before my run tonight. So me being me obviously...

Cfc55

Graduate•5 years ago

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Michael Johnson - I didn’t know!

So on my couch to 5k journey I have been listening to Michael Johnson spurring me on. I’m sitting at home switching through the channels on TV and happened to...

So on my couch to 5k journey I have been listening to Michael Johnson spurring m...

AJ1972

•5 years ago

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For those following progress 4 runs to Gday

This afternoon did Week 8 Run 2 at the Country Park. Meaning now 4 runs to GDay. A lot of rain came down last night meaning the paths were not great and in...

This afternoon did Week 8 Run 2 at the Country Park. Meaning now 4 runs to GDay....

Papillon17

Graduate•5 years ago

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Very speedy walk

Just done a brisk walk, as I've been sitting all day in conference. My average pace over 3k was 9:51 per kilometre. When I run I only manage 9:19 at best....

Just done a brisk walk, as I've been sitting all day in conference. My average p...

Tippyrunn

Graduate•5 years ago

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This time, I meant it!

Around 6 month ago I posted on here about starting the C25K ‘tomorrow’ and got so much support from this great community. Well, tomorrow never came! I have a...

Around 6 month ago I posted on here about starting the C25K ‘tomorrow’ and got s...

NurseOnAMission

•5 years ago

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W9R3 - tick in the box & I wish I could shake the hand of who ever invented this programme

So I did it tonight and tbh it felt like just another run which I am pleased about because i want to keep doing this. On the other hand I am really pleased...

So I did it tonight and tbh it felt like just another run which I am pleased abo...

Makka62a

Graduate•5 years ago

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Week 6: Six Feet Under These Velvety God-Given Clouds

Wowza! W6D3 had me running the whole 22 mins. I didn't mind a bit as W5D3 and all the other runs before then had prepared me for this day. So off I went from...

Wowza! W6D3 had me running the whole 22 mins. I didn't mind a bit as W5D3 and al...

Mosibyl

Graduate•5 years ago

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Run to the hills...

Back again. I’ve completed the c25k last year. But got my lazy bum out of it! 2 runs in again. I’ve managed to achieve 6k each time. But my breathing is all to...

Back again. I’ve completed the c25k last year. But got my lazy bum out of it! 2 ...

Hidden

•5 years ago

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W8:R3 done 🙌🏼

I did it!! On to the last week next week 😆 can’t believe I’m saying that after feeling like I’d never make it past week 1! Hardest week for me by far and have...

I did it!! On to the last week next week 😆 can’t believe I’m saying that after ...

Lilgwood

•5 years ago

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W9 R1 + a new milestone!

Well! Here I am on week 9 (already!) Cant believe that just before New Year the warm-up walk got me out of breath! I also spent all my time either avoiding the...

Well! Here I am on week 9 (already!) Cant believe that just before New Year the ...

Pippy_T

Graduate•5 years ago

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Back on the programme after a 3 week break :)

Good evening runners! I am back on the programme after having a minor op 3 weeks ago to have a mole removed. Happily, the mole was benign and my stitches are...

Good evening runners! I am back on the programme after having a minor op 3 weeks...

sarah469

Graduate•5 years ago

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W4R1.. Sisters Together

So made up we got through today's run.. neither felt like it and it seemed a huge impossible jump..but we did it!! Feeling very proud now , especially as we...

So made up we got through today's run.. neither felt like it and it seemed a hug...

bextax

•5 years ago

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Sad day but my running days are over

Spoken to doctor today he advised me not to run again they don’t think the ankle going to heal I have another 4 weeks of the ankle brace then back to hospital...

Spoken to doctor today he advised me not to run again they don’t think the ankle...

Garden17

•5 years ago

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Haven't run since Monday

So after my difficult run on monday, I haven't run since as I've not felt well so decided to take a few days off. I'm going to run again tomorrow. I've decided...

So after my difficult run on monday, I haven't run since as I've not felt well s...

S1h2e

•5 years ago

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Hi. Just started c25k today

I'm 19 and I just gained about 30kg in the last two years. I now weigh about 100kg. I can't even walk up the stairs and maintain a conversation. I just want to...

I'm 19 and I just gained about 30kg in the last two years. I now weigh about 100...

N_A_P15

•5 years ago

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Getting Started

I am trying to find a way to get started. I need to lose weight for me and my health but also feel physically fit for me. I have some issues with my knees. I...

I am trying to find a way to get started. I need to lose weight for me and my he...

Kathleen2017

•5 years ago

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Never thought it possible.

I'm shattered but so over the moon. Running has become a major part of my life. Thanks to everyone for the advice and encouragement. 12.3K in the bag. I could...

I'm shattered but so over the moon. Running has become a major part of my life. ...

Hidden

•5 years ago

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Week 6 Run 1 complete

Just completed W6R1 after losing momentum due to work commitments followed by a heavy cold.managed to finish it although very slowly!! Looking forward to...

Just completed W6R1 after losing momentum due to work commitments followed by a ...

Astroblue

Graduate•5 years ago

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Oldies,

I have just turned 70. Have always exercised and kept an eye on my weight. I swim three times a week and also do pilates. My question is twofold. 1 Am I too...

I have just turned 70. Have always exercised and kept an eye on my weight. I s...

Pollymoore

•5 years ago

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Almost there...

Weeks 1-8 done and dusted. Final 3 runs next week. Boring to say again I know but still amazed that I am doing this. 30 minutes here I come....

Weeks 1-8 done and dusted. Final 3 runs next week. Boring to say again I know ...

Rufus92

•5 years ago

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WOW !

cant believe I actually ran for 3 minutes - TWICE ! had a twinge in my left calf that ive rested for 4 days but I wasnt gasping for breath which really...

cant believe I actually ran for 3 minutes - TWICE ! had a twinge in my left ca...

Merx

•5 years ago

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Mood indicator/smiley faces on app

You know the mood indicator on the beginning and end of the couch25k app? At the end of this programme do we get to see these properly? I'd love to be able to...

You know the mood indicator on the beginning and end of the couch25k app? At the...

geb6o8

Graduate•5 years ago

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Best place in Plymouth?

Just moved back to Plymouth and want to restart C25k, but was wondering if anyone had any recommendations on where the best place to run is?

Just moved back to Plymouth and want to restart C25k, but was wondering if anyon...

Kiraarrr

•5 years ago

1 Reply

Posts - Couch to 5K | HealthUnlocked

Couch to 5K

All posts for March 2019

Return to week 4

Feeling like a runner

You only get wet once!

W5R3 done

I did it!

What is Your Week ? March...Week 1

Either the Hill was Very Steep, or I Ran Very Slowly

Week 6 Run 2

Michael Johnson - I didn’t know!

For those following progress 4 runs to Gday

Very speedy walk

This time, I meant it!

W9R3 - tick in the box & I wish I could shake the hand of who ever invented this programme

Week 6: Six Feet Under These Velvety God-Given Clouds

Run to the hills...

W8:R3 done 🙌🏼

W9 R1 + a new milestone!

Back on the programme after a 3 week break :)

W4R1.. Sisters Together

Sad day but my running days are over

Haven't run since Monday

Hi. Just started c25k today

Getting Started

Never thought it possible.

Week 6 Run 1 complete

Oldies,

Almost there...

WOW !

Mood indicator/smiley faces on app

Best place in Plymouth?

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