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Been ill with a sinus infection, not ran for a week, should I do week 5 again, just finished run 2 of week 5????

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As stated in the guide to the plan, you lose no significant condition in the first two weeks of non running. After that loss of condition is gradual.

All any of us can do after a lay off is to go out for a gentle run and see what we can comfortably manage, then use C25k or something similar to rebuild stamina and resistance to injury.

There are many other tips in the guide healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

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