I finally took the plunge!

[slothington]

Having downloaded the app TWO YEARS AGO, but been too nervous to try it and been a lurker on here for a year and a half, I finally did W1 R1. I want to thank you for all the advice you guys have given on here about going slow and remembering to breathe and enjoy and do you know what...it was OK! Slight knee niggle but for a middle aged bird who hasn't run for over a decade, with a big appetite for the finer things in life, I made it through all the runs and didn't die. 'Booked in' my next run for Friday (more good advice) so fingers crossed I can stick with it. This newbie is excited...

[Instructor57 Graduate]

Well done for starting and enjoy the journey !

Do remember to do the dynamic warm up excercises before running and the after run stretches when you finish 👍

[Hidden]

Keep hold of that excitement, it's a nice bonus to get you through the whole C25k adventure 👍

[slothington Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Thank you. I am sure there will be polar opposite episodes too...especially when the weather dips...!

[Hidden in reply to slothington]

Nooooooo get yourself some lightweight gloves, a snood or buff you'll like the cold it's your running friend and better than overheating 🥵

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done

on getting started.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

and includes advice on minimising impact, stretching after every run, hydration and strengthening exercises, all of which will help.

Enjoy your journey.

[slothington Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thanks for all the inspiration and advice so far

[Hidden]

That first step is a huge one, but you’ve gone and done it and knowing that you did and can will help you on this incredible journey. Keep up the good work. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[nowster Graduate]

I had the app on my phone for about two years before the lockdown prompted me to actually get out there and give it a go.

[slothington Graduate in reply to nowster]

Glad it's not just me!

[Rennur Graduate]

Make sure you do do R2 on Friday (or Thursday if you feel up to it.

I find myself looking at the weather forecast for 6pm two days in advance now!