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Pains after stitch

Just done run 3 of week 6. I had a massive stitch on the first run of week 6. I'm not getting stitches but sometimes I get pains where it was. What do I do?

Just done run 3 of week 6. I had a massive stitch on the first run of week 6. I'...

Adman1986

•4 years ago

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WK8 R2 in the rain

First run in the rain, it was very refreshing! I changed route and took to tarmac for most of it and it was OK! I think the change of scenery helped the time...

First run in the rain, it was very refreshing! I changed route and took to tarma...

3Sud

Graduate•4 years ago

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Week 7 run 1

I have finished, however it was struggling a little bit, probably because I had to wait two extra days since the last run, due to the rain. I had to slow down...

I have finished, however it was struggling a little bit, probably because I had ...

jcmartin2000

Graduate•4 years ago

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W1R3-Boom

Completed R3 run this morning, in the rain. Not a huge milestone compared to some of you, but it still feels good. Can't say that R3 was any easier than......

Completed R3 run this morning, in the rain. Not a huge milestone compared to s...

Veryquirky

•4 years ago

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Week 2

Week 2 first run I think I nearly enjoyed it🤦‍♀️🤣

Jackitty

•4 years ago

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First Rain ☔️ Run - W4R3

It had to happen at sometime and today was the day ... rain ... heavy rain. That said wasn’t too bad, as had a decent waterproof on but as for my glasses ......

It had to happen at sometime and today was the day ... rain ... heavy rain. That...

PlymBorn

•4 years ago

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Running help needed

I have my first week 8 run tonight and I wondered if I need to change what I am doing. I've been using bluetooth trainers for the last 3 runs and they work...

I have my first week 8 run tonight and I wondered if I need to change what I am ...

Jenny115

Graduate•4 years ago

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Do not trust your fitbit

I have now done my first 5k using onthegomap on my mobile and it took me... 48 minutes !!! Whereas according to my fitbit the distance run was 6.2km... this...

I have now done my first 5k using onthegomap on my mobile and it took me... 48 ...

mamzelle

Graduate•4 years ago

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Finished!!!

Completed couch to 5k today, just a reminder to keep going even if it seems scary, you can do it!!

Completed couch to 5k today, just a reminder to keep going even if it seems scar...

lydiaruthhhh

Graduate•4 years ago

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When will I feel able?

I’ve completed each run so far, I’m doing week 6 run 2 tomorrow and I love the feeling when I get home and sometimes even half way through but I still can’t...

I’ve completed each run so far, I’m doing week 6 run 2 tomorrow and I love the f...

HelenofTroy123

Graduate•4 years ago

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Speed

4th post graduation run and 2nd NHS Speed option run. I've found I really enjoy the faster pace though I still find it a bit difficult to sustain . Thank...

4th post graduation run and 2nd NHS Speed option run. I've found I really enj...

Runbird

Graduate•4 years ago

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100 metres short 🤦🏻‍♂️

Hi all! Quite happy today! Tonight I completed run 1 of week 9! It went very well, and I felt fantastic completing it. When I converted the mileage from my...

Hi all! Quite happy today! Tonight I completed run 1 of week 9! It went very wel...

Zizu900

•4 years ago

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W8R1 Smashed it!

So running in the rain is my new favourite thing 🌧 Tonight’s run was my best ever. Everything just came together and it felt great. I’m super proud of myself...

So running in the rain is my new favourite thing 🌧 Tonight’s run was my best ev...

LuckyKat123

Graduate•4 years ago

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Week 6 Run 3 Massive Struggle!

I don’t know why but today was a massive struggle. Not sure if it was because of the heat or the fact I’m just tired but anyway, I had to stop after 24 minutes...

I don’t know why but today was a massive struggle. Not sure if it was because of...

Sparkleandsprint

•4 years ago

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Week 8 run 2

Really didn’t feel like it today, it’s been really hot and I’ve been busy all day, I went out about 9.15 pm so glad I did, it was hard but well worth it 🏃‍♂️👍

Really didn’t feel like it today, it’s been really hot and I’ve been busy all da...

Cheeky450

Graduate•4 years ago

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First 5k

So pleased to be able to say I completed my first 5k today!!! Managed it in 37 mins 11 seconds. Thanks C25k and HealthUnlocked community 😘 It took me a lot,...

So pleased to be able to say I completed my first 5k today!!! Managed it in 37 m...

Vgabb

Graduate•4 years ago

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W8R1 - slowly getting there.... 🐌

Have to say I was a bit surprised when Laura said I could slow down as I had finished the run - definitely could have gone on for longer so that is encouraging...

Have to say I was a bit surprised when Laura said I could slow down as I had fin...

Hidden

•4 years ago

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Week 3 done

My 14 yr old daughter and I have finished week 3 today. We’re doing the runs first thing and it’s been lovely getting out together. Already planning 30 minute...

My 14 yr old daughter and I have finished week 3 today. We’re doing the runs fir...

LouLus

Graduate•4 years ago

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YAY!

After nearly 11 weeks - 2 of which were spent on the injury couch with plantar fasciitis - I finally completed C25K with a run round the marshes this evening....

After nearly 11 weeks - 2 of which were spent on the injury couch with plantar f...

Lobajo

Graduate•4 years ago

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W5R2 done but what next....

The day after tomorrow I shall run for 20 mins non stop. Omg.

Grannyasbo

Graduate•4 years ago

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Week 9 nearly there

Done the second run in week 9. Hard tonight up to about minute 15 then fine. Nearly a graduate!

Done the second run in week 9. Hard tonight up to about minute 15 then fine. Ne...

Kazzer40

Graduate•4 years ago

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W5R1 - Completed (woop!) but Stitches!

So.... I'm super chuffed. I completed W5R1 this evening and it wasn't too difficult! 🎉 🎉 🎉 However... Towards the end, I got my first ever stitch on the...

So.... I'm super chuffed. I completed W5R1 this evening and it wasn't too diffic...

clairelouiserunner

•4 years ago

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W8 R2

Evening jogs are definitely harder than morning ones for me. It was a sticky one tonight, but a couple of quick rain showers cooled it off nicely. Another...

Evening jogs are definitely harder than morning ones for me. It was a sticky one...

Reliclullaby

Graduate•4 years ago

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Another stuffy run

Second run of the week and well pleased. It was quick. My second faster 5k not including the dodgy half marathon time that was incorrect. 26.41 mins produced...

Second run of the week and well pleased. It was quick. My second faster 5k not i...

Papillon17

Graduate•4 years ago

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Wk 9 run 2

Done...phew, pain in the groin? How do I tell if it's a strain or tight hip flexor?.. I felt like I was limping a bit as if my hip was dropping.... Dont wont...

Done...phew, pain in the groin? How do I tell if it's a strain or tight hip flex...

Jillb141

Graduate•4 years ago

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GRADUATED 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

Just got back from my graduation run 🏃‍♀️ and I am just sooooooo happy 😁 not just that I've completed it but because I can comfortably run for 30mins, that...

Just got back from my graduation run 🏃‍♀️ and I am just sooooooo happy 😁 not j...

Daisy-runner

Graduate•4 years ago

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Beginner

Hi all, I've just done my first session,it wasn't as hard as I thought thank God,it's really nice having someone instruct you feels like your not on your...

Hi all, I've just done my first session,it wasn't as hard as I thought thank God...

Rustydog69

•4 years ago

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Week 4 - Run 1

At the beginning of each week (change of interval length) I get really nervous and the doubts begin to creep in. Yesterday morning, rest day, I woke up with...

At the beginning of each week (change of interval length) I get really nervous a...

Runner_P

Graduate•4 years ago

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A little soggy tonight

Decided to run despite the weather; I like running in the rain, it stops me from feeling too hot. Anyway, I'd been running for about 5 minutes when I realised...

Decided to run despite the weather; I like running in the rain, it stops me from...

L62B

Graduate•4 years ago

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Running after week 9

I've just done 3 x 30min runs after completing week 9. Two with a friend, one of which was up hill and down dale. One on the flat alone and with just my fitbit...

I've just done 3 x 30min runs after completing week 9. Two with a friend, one of...

Runwithpolly

•4 years ago

2 Replies

Posts - Couch to 5K | HealthUnlocked

Couch to 5K

All posts for June 2020

Pains after stitch

WK8 R2 in the rain

Week 7 run 1

W1R3-Boom

Week 2

First Rain ☔️ Run - W4R3

Running help needed

Do not trust your fitbit

Finished!!!

When will I feel able?

Speed

100 metres short 🤦🏻‍♂️

W8R1 Smashed it!

Week 6 Run 3 Massive Struggle!

Week 8 run 2

First 5k

W8R1 - slowly getting there.... 🐌

Week 3 done

YAY!

W5R2 done but what next....

Week 9 nearly there

W5R1 - Completed (woop!) but Stitches!

W8 R2

Another stuffy run

Wk 9 run 2

GRADUATED 😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

Beginner

Week 4 - Run 1

A little soggy tonight

Running after week 9

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