C25K

W5R3 achieved! Feels like such a milestone. I really didn't believe I was capable of 20min non-stop. I struggled with each jump from 90s-3min-5min. Somehow this does work

Well done to everyone making such good progress.

W2R3 done tonight. I'm feeling positive for next week. I think this C25K might even work!

How is everyone else getting on?

Will have to think about expensive shoes although last time I did give up when my knee got sore. Wore a pair of dd's outgrown asics today which were comfy but grip no better. We ended up spending more time trying to stay upright in squelching mud than running! Need to rethink our routes until the land dries out but main road is dull.

W2R2 just done. On top of that I took the dog for a 2 hour walk and cleared out the garage. I am exhausted now!

Good to see lots more people on the thread especially those ahead in the programme.

I'm now going to sit in a very hot shower until I turn into a prune.

LIZS I went for gait analysis at my local running shop and they recommended shoes for me. I got Brooks GTS as they correct over pronation and give your foot good support. I have a history of hip and knee problems so I wanted to be really confident I wasn’t going to wreck things with ill fitting shoes. These were expensive though. Good incentive to keep running! Now I know my size though I can shop around next time I need trainers (hopefully not for a while)

Just done w5r2 in the drizzle and mud! Felt ok but still don’t feel ready for 20 mins in one go next 😮

Getting bored of my flat running routes but every other option is uphill, not ready for that! Well done for tackling your hill Luuby!

Good luck for everyone moving onto their next weeks. We can do this!

I have got W2 R3 tomorrow and I've just realised that means W3 next week 😱
I'm also running in supermarket trainers which I think are fine for now but I definitely need to upgrade when I'm really into it.
Can't really afford them now either 😩
I think I'm going to do two runs in a row next week and then the same the following week so I'm still doing 3 a week. I don't really want to fall behind! Will see how I feel next week though :)

I did w3r2 this evening, and managed to pick the biggest hill for the first 3 minute run. I was almost crawling at one point!! Going for a flatter run on Saturday morning. Glad I did it though.

Think I might need to upgrade trainers. Skechers don't really provide enough support or sole grip to cope with muddy footpaths. Any suggestions? Think next run is due tomorrow.

I am up to W2R3 due tomorrow or Saturday. Going well so far, my best running was on a proper track, but most of it has been on a treadmill in the gym. Still running in trainers from Sainsbury's, I can't justify a proper pair yet - got to run a bit more!

I did two runs in a row on Sunday / Monday and will do two again tomorrow / Saturday. I will take it easy on the first one so I’m ok for the second one.

Where is everyone else? I do hope everyone is still running.

I've run every day so far this week. Rest days are definitely important later on... I decided so long as I felt fine it was fine!

The knee feels a lot better thank you! It's got a nice bruise but I've been on my feet all day at work!
However I did knock my elbow at work today but that shouldn't affect the running 🤦‍♀️😂
I swear I am the most clumsy person I know! I'm surprised I haven't fallen whilst running yet.
That's awesome just! Well done, I was thinking today I feel like I need to push myself a bit more. I also realised that I have nights next weekend so won't be able to run on the Friday morning. Has anyone done two runs in a row? It says to have a days rest between but will it matter if I do two and then have three days off?

Ooh that's impressive JustLikeTheySaid.

Have to do mine tomorrow as am visiting my mother this evening.

How's the knee, Rocket?

Hope your knee gets better Rocket!

Feeling very proud of myself, I decided to skip the end of Wk1 and all of Wk2 because I didn't think I was pushing myself hard enough, and I just did wk3r1 absolutely fine!

I don't know what's got into me, this sudden motivation. I've tried to take up running a million times before and always failed.

I even sort of enjoyed myself?!

Thank you topaz and magic I've been icing it today and the swelling has gone down, I had to walk into town earlier (only 5 minutes) and it felt fine so hopefully will be fine in the morning!

Well done lizs I think getting out there is the most important thing!
I got some new running pants and thinner jacket today as it's supposedly getting warmer next week

Ouch, Rocket! You are in the wars at the moment aren't you.

Liking the RICE suggestion. Not heard of that before.

No running today as have PT session later.

W1r2 done. Although the paths are so muddy and slippery not sure how much actual running we did.

Hope your knee recovers quickly Rocket. If it is still swollen, maybe try to follow RICE. I hurt my knee last year and a day of doing this led to a quick recovery.

I did W2R1 yesterday and found it OK. I did it in the morning as I am off work this week. It will be harder next week when I am back in the busy routine.

Good luck to everyone who is running today!

This morning I've managed to knock my knee and it's really sore. Hoping it's feeling better tomorrow so I can do W2R2 🤞 slightly worried it's going to be too sore as it's swollen up a bit

Hi there. I also did W2R1 this evening. Not half as bad as I expected!!

Still got a thick chest so can’t run yet. Not happy about it either! I should be running week 8!

I did W2R1 today too Rocket and I found it easier than I expected.

I too also prefer running in the rain, but feel the evening runs are better for me. I seem to enjoy them more as I can destress from the day.

Glad the nylon socks worked.

Planning W2R2 on Wednesday evening.

Also pleased to hear it seems to get easier as you go along. The thought of running solidly for a prolonged period of time puts the fear of god in me!! 😂

Hi, can I join? Got w5r1 scheduled for 7am tomorrow morning! I really struggled on the w4 runs until the last one when felt like things clicked and got the pace right. Still can’t believe I might be able to run for longer than 5 mins soon but really enjoying the programme so far!