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In need of some gentle, short Strength & Flexibility sessions?

For anyone wanting to try some very gentle Strength and Flexibility workouts - while working through your C25k or consolidation period? We have just dropped a...

For anyone wanting to try some very gentle Strength and Flexibility workouts - w...

CBDB

Graduate•3 years ago

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Before the storm

Hello 😊 completed week 5 run 2 this afternoon before the storm ! Had my 6 year old keeping me company on his scooter and his chatting definitely made it seem...

Hello 😊 completed week 5 run 2 this afternoon before the storm ! Had my 6 year ...

Mum-Gets-Fit

Graduate•3 years ago

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W5R3 looming....

Just completed Week 5 run 1, was really enjoyable but hard work. I have no idea how I’m going to run for 20 mins the run after next 😩. Been worried about this...

Just completed Week 5 run 1, was really enjoyable but hard work. I have no idea ...

Emble1

Graduate•3 years ago

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Week 2 completed!!

Week 2 run 3 done and dusted phew! Those last two 90 second runs my legs felt like two bin liners full of porridge....🤪 What's helping is lovely Sarah...

Week 2 run 3 done and dusted phew! Those last two 90 second runs my legs felt li...

Captain_Autumn

Graduate•3 years ago

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W1 R3

hello all Just finished run 3 of week 1, however today i changed it up a bit. my running speed was slower than my walking speed. This was to test my legs...

hello all Just finished run 3 of week 1, however today i changed it up a bit. my...

sbrown1264

Graduate•3 years ago

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W5R3 DONE 💪🏻🎉

I don’t look at the runs until I have my trainers on and I’m ready to go (else I would over think and panic), so Sarah Milligan telling me that I was going to...

I don’t look at the runs until I have my trainers on and I’m ready to go (else I...

Littlelinzi89

Graduate•3 years ago

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Friday run ✅

W4 R2 completed. Felt good. No jelly-legs at the end 👍

KJB72

Graduate•3 years ago

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Running with ELO

Put my new air buds in today and tuned into Electric Light Orchestra for W6R1 .. what a joy jigging to this band .. I’ve rediscovered what a great band they...

Put my new air buds in today and tuned into Electric Light Orchestra for W6R1 .....

Joggingonthewildside

Graduate•3 years ago

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CR3 done!

I've decided to try out the stepping stones podcast again, it was a reality check of my speed the first time round but i really enjoyed Laura's guidance...

I've decided to try out the stepping stones podcast again, it was a reality chec...

NusiaFab

Graduate•3 years ago

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I did it!

Can’t quite believe it but I have just graduated! I started this journey back in November. I have repeated runs and whole weeks, had some fabulous highs and...

Can’t quite believe it but I have just graduated! I started this journey back i...

NewRunner-52

Graduate•3 years ago

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CR2 - better!

Hey, I just wanted to report I had my second consolidation run today after graduating and I took the advice (particularly about hydration) and it was much...

Hey, I just wanted to report I had my second consolidation run today after gradu...

Asthmaticsnail

Graduate•3 years ago

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A short play with Fartleks and a year younger 😁

So this was just a short 2.5K today (intentionally) I wanted to get a few quicker bursts in but not tire myself too much . It was more of an experiment than...

So this was just a short 2.5K today (intentionally) I wanted to get a few quicke...

Instructor57

Graduate•3 years ago

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Morning 5k

Yesterday I gave myself a 24 hour mental pep talk in preparation for today’s run. I can report that whilst I wasn’t suddenly floating along on a cloud of...

Yesterday I gave myself a 24 hour mental pep talk in preparation for today’s run...

Markeaton68

Graduate•3 years ago

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Should I go back a week?

I’ve hurt my back (not running) and have had to stop my runs. I was just about to do. W6, r2. My question is when back improves, should I go back to w5?...

I’ve hurt my back (not running) and have had to stop my runs. I was just about t...

Dancer54

•3 years ago

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FAQ POST…...RUN PREPARATION

Many new runners totally underestimate the impact that running may have on their lives but equally, many do not take into account the extent to which their...

Many new runners totally underestimate the impact that running may have on their...

IannodaTruffe

Mentor•3 years ago

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Euphoria!!

Hi I’m new here I’m on week 2 just done run 2 and the feeling when I’m warming down and a blasting song comes on I felt quite emotional! I can feel my body...

Hi I’m new here I’m on week 2 just done run 2 and the feeling when I’m warming d...

Jojamdunc

•3 years ago

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Pottering along in the sun

I graduated some weeks ago, but my consolidation runs aren't all they should be. I do manage 30 mins at least once a week, but my pace means I cover no more...

I graduated some weeks ago, but my consolidation runs aren't all they should be....

Rodstar

•3 years ago

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What workout do you choose for Apple Watch?

Apple Watch- what workout do you choose? I have been choosing the running?

Bethanypike05

•3 years ago

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Week 5 R3

Don't let week 5 scare you, it's easier than you think it's going to be. I've just done run 3 and feel amazing, exhilarated and ready for week 6.

Don't let week 5 scare you, it's easier than you think it's going to be. I've j...

Hidden

•3 years ago

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Minor set back

Should be doing W2D3 tomorrow but I twisted my ankle at work (only slightly). Would it be ok to try and make it through the 30 minutes of discomfort or should...

Should be doing W2D3 tomorrow but I twisted my ankle at work (only slightly). Wo...

Fozzymech

•3 years ago

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legs still hurt even on my 5 week

hello I am a newbie I'm on w1 my legs are very bad. ...not sure what to do

Samantha112

•3 years ago

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W7R1...bring it on

Well just completed week 6 the jump from w5 felt mahussive...but not did it and to say I was leased would be an understatement..not looking forward to w7 if...

Well just completed week 6 the jump from w5 felt mahussive...but not did it and ...

Wallywalker1

•3 years ago

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Week 2 run 2

Hi just started my C5K! Never understood the joy of running! Now I feel sooooo good afterwards! My favourite part is sending my accountability partner and...

Hi just started my C5K! Never understood the joy of running! Now I feel sooooo g...

WalkingtheKnifeEdge

•3 years ago

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Time Improving

Checked weather and not looking good for next few days so went for second run tonight and it seems I picked the right time as at the time I am writing this it...

Checked weather and not looking good for next few days so went for second run to...

Papillon17

Graduate•3 years ago

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Knee pain

Hi all just wondering if pain beneath the right knee is common ? I’ve just started week 4 as a novice runner, I have been taking it steady and stretching...

Hi all just wondering if pain beneath the right knee is common ? I’ve just start...

TytoAndy

•3 years ago

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I DID IT!

I've only gone and done it! My first run in the bag - I thank you. I'm sorry to say that I was a little naughty and started on W2 as the difference isn't that...

I've only gone and done it! My first run in the bag - I thank you. I'm sorry to ...

newbie-nick

Graduate•3 years ago

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Smiling in the pouring rain 🌧 ☺

Hi everyone. So many of you encouraged me at the beginning of my journey, I just thought I would check in and say hi. Completed week 5 run 1 just now in...

Hi everyone. So many of you encouraged me at the beginning of my journey, I ju...

Oxwichbay

Graduate•3 years ago

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Anyone else run on sand?

Does anyone else run on sand? I am new to running. Like many I started C25K because of lockdown and not being able to enjoy my usual sports. Can't face...

Does anyone else run on sand? I am new to running. Like many I started C25K beca...

Beach_runner

Graduate•3 years ago

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Run on the coast 😀 😀

One more run to smach week 5 of C25K, a little bit tougher today think I set off a bit quick I seemed to lag a bit half way thru the run, but I still carried...

One more run to smach week 5 of C25K, a little bit tougher today think I set off...

Stocksy67

Graduate•3 years ago

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Started off a bit fast today!

I was hoping I’d beat the rain today but it ended up being a rather drizzly run! It wasn’t bad though :) I’ve found that my biggest problem just lately is...

I was hoping I’d beat the rain today but it ended up being a rather drizzly run!...

HexGirl

Graduate•3 years ago

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Posts - Couch to 5K | HealthUnlocked

Couch to 5K

All posts for February 2021

In need of some gentle, short Strength & Flexibility sessions?

Before the storm

W5R3 looming....

Week 2 completed!!

W1 R3

W5R3 DONE 💪🏻🎉

Friday run ✅

Running with ELO

CR3 done!

I did it!

CR2 - better!

A short play with Fartleks and a year younger 😁

Morning 5k

Should I go back a week?

FAQ POST…...RUN PREPARATION

Euphoria!!

Pottering along in the sun

What workout do you choose for Apple Watch?

Week 5 R3

Minor set back

legs still hurt even on my 5 week

W7R1...bring it on

Week 2 run 2

Time Improving

Knee pain

I DID IT!

Smiling in the pouring rain 🌧 ☺

Anyone else run on sand?

Run on the coast 😀 😀

Started off a bit fast today!

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