Result of a breakup: Couch to 10k 😁

So the thing is I have never been able to push through 2k in one go run, generally I run 200 meters then some walk and so on for 5k. Can It still be called 5k??

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I just completed w5d1, and I’m pretty sure I have the physical ability to do d3 this week. However, I know my mind is my biggest enemy, so what are your best mental tips/hacks for the first 20 min run?

I started couch to 5k 3 weeks ago and I was loving it. I usually strength strain and do a mix of Pilates and yoga so was completely new to running, but I was really enjoying it.

On my week 2 run 1, I did something to my knee and it’s been sore for over a week now. I’ve been told by my GP that I have runners knee and to rest it until the pain is gone as it’s quite bad when I’m walking and going up and down stairs. I’ve then been advised to work on strengthening my muscles alongside running and to basically take it easy.

I feel so disheartened and upset because I feel like everytime I try and improve my physical fitness, I have some form of set back.

Has anyone else had this issue? How long did it take before you were back running, and how did you avoid injuries in the future?

I feel absolutely gutted that I’m 2 weeks in and already injured!