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Amazed with myself

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Amiee-LeighGraduate
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I have just finished my first week of couch to 5k. I wasn't sure I would be cut out for this as I hate running, I really enjoyed myself. I chose Denise as my coach as she has a soothing voice.

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IannodaTruffeMentor

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.

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Julio-MonkeyGraduate

Good morning Aimee-Leigh!

Congratulations on starting your journey!

This programme is truly amazing!

I, like you, would have said I hated running, but this programme changes your mindset as well as your ability to complete the whole thing!

At the beginning, I struggled with completing 60 seconds of running! Now I can run 30 minutes!

Keep us all updated with your progress- we are all here to cheer you on!

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Instructor57Graduate

Congratulations on finishing your first week !Do read the guide to the program and enjoy the journey 😁👍

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Amiee-LeighGraduate in reply to Instructor57

Thank you. The guide is very useful. Enjoyed the slow-jogging video

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SueAppleRunGraduate

Fabulous, well done for completing your first week

Teejay113 profile image
Teejay113Graduate

I do love all the stories on this platform. Keep them coming. Peace

Stellarstar profile image
StellarstarGraduate

Well done, I have just started wk 2 and though it's a struggle I am enjoying it and feel more energised afterwards.

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