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Just did my first run of week 2, very strange but i found it pretty easy! My legs must be getting used to it..!?

Also, i think it helps only having 6 runs instead of 8 like week 1.. Even though you run longer i think mentally its easier with less runs, plus you get 2 minute rests

I will go onto week 2 tommorow, i do feel better mentally after the first 5 runs

Im gonna do it, try my hardest. Im sure ill be ok

I got new trainers and went for my 5th run yessterday, the trainers definately helped, much more comfortable! My legs stil hurt but not quite as much. Ive done 5 runs of week 1 now and it doesnt seem to be getting easier, is that normal? I may just go on to week 2 and try my best to complete it, may...

Hi I'm Neil,

Started get running last week and I'm determined to get fitter and lose weight.

Good luck to all fellow runners, and don't give up!!

Thanks too stark nut, it's possible I'm slightly dehydrated so I will consider this as well..

I do have lots of protein and carbs, always have hence me being overweight as I never usually burn it off!

Thanks for the reply Gareth. I do think good running trainers will help a lot, I don't actually find the runs tiring, I don't break a sweat and I don't really get out of breath, its just my calves, feet and legs get sore half way thru.. So I'm hoping that if I solve the leg problem either with new t...

Hi, Im Neil. I started get running app last week and have now done Week 1 4 times. I plan on doing each week twice so that hopefully i'll find stepping up a little easier. I'll also be very happy if i can run 5k without stopping in 18 weeks instead of 9.. I have also been taking 3 days rest instead ...

Hi all, Im Neil Ive just joined the forum as I started Get Running Last week. I have just done Week 1 Run 3. I have been giving myself 2 days rest instead of 1 because i was tired after the first runs. i also think i may do week 1 again as I still struggled with my 3rd run although i do feel like i'...