So a couple of weeks ago, I finally got round to starting the Couch to 5k (c25k) programme, put my trainers on and waddled out for half an hour down by the river. The programme is really gentle and as everyone seems to say "even I could do it". I'm using the BBC app which has a choice of "trainers" who talk you through when to run and when to walk and give you some other tips along the way.
I recorded this after the first one and I'm amazed to find that tomorrow I'm due to do my eighth "run" in just over two weeks. I've had a bit of soreness here and there and needed to gen up on how to stretch properly before and after. I've also found out what that foam roller that my wife keeps with her yoga mat is for!
There's a few more video diaries to come, but I'm just about brave enough to show this one now that it's sinking in that it's something I can do.
Well done. When I started running about 5 years ago I'd be knackered for a while after a short run. It does get easier. It's also a great way to explore your area. There's a thriving running community here on Steemit
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Get on Lloyd! I keep having various attempts at this endeavour. Should be back on it in September but it's like you say - sometimes you dip in and out of certain pursuits… especially if the knees don't like it ;)
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It's great seeing you take that path. A lot of people undermine this side of life which is supposed to build their health and fitness. This is inspirational.
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Well done @lloydavis! Just imagine how good you will feel if you get to 5K.
I thought about doing the couch to 5K too but I hate running with a vengeance. Last time I tried it I really hurt my back! 😂
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Yes, I had that same experience.
And more, I discovered that it was nothing to do with health or fitness or any of those other words. It was just the sheer joy.
I hope you enjoy it as much as I have.
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Nice one! I started running too.. that makes two of us!
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Awesome job! I have been following a lot of the users on Steemit that are doing the #runningproject and posts about running. I am quite out of shape and I am hoping it will eventually give me some motivation to do something about it. Your progress is inspiring.
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Lloyd, please confirm you're okay. 2 days of silence after a first run is worrying :)
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Haha! Yes I'm fine just paying more attention to my legs than my writing fingers :D
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well done for starting your journey , it does get easier and you will be doing 5k in no time, you will notice a massive difference in your fitness, health and vitality. Keep going and dont give up
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thanks, I'm amazed at how straightforward it's been. I'm still at it :)
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very fun brother
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