Couch to 5K Running Program (C25K)

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rickg58
rickg58 Posts: 5
edited February 4 in Social Groups
While working my through the couch to 5k training program in early August I injured my IT band. I started running too fast and messed up my posture. Big mistake. Out for 4 weeks to recover. I restarted from the beginning and today marks the point in the training program when I injured myself. This time I am going slower, attending to my posture, doing IT band strengthening exercises and feel good. Go slow is my new mantra and it seems to be working.

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  • CherylP67
    CherylP67 Posts: 772 Member
    I agree 100%, I learned the hard way; I didn't injure myself, but I started and quit at least 7 times before this time.

    I hope you continue to heal and improve.
  • likitisplit
    likitisplit Posts: 9,420 Member
    Sorry you got injured but thank you for sharing the learning!
  • Just_Ceci
    Just_Ceci Posts: 5,926 Member
    "Slow down!" was the best advice I got when I was starting c25k!
  • Lyerin
    Lyerin Posts: 818 Member
    The advice to go slow is good, and just reminding yourself that it's okay to take it easy is really helpful. :smile:
  • PinkNinjaLaura
    PinkNinjaLaura Posts: 3,202 Member
    I keep telling myself that slow and steady *finishes* the race. I don't need to win...I just want to get to the finish line.
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