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Hi all - I just started running for the first time in my life maybe 3-4 weeks ago. I started C25K around week 4. I was running 4-5 times a week. I was having the usual first-timer issues - shin splints, foot pain, cramps, etc. I typically run 4.5 mph, that's the fastest I was can handle at this point. Well, Sunday I tried pushing myself to 5 mph, and I shouldn't have. I couldn't even do the full C25K workout, and the pain was unbearable. It was mostly in my lower legs. Late Sunday and early Monday my knee started bothering me. Pain, difficulty walking or climbing steps, and my knee pops frequently. Needless to say I have not run since Sunday, and it's killing me, because I was starting to love it. I finally gave in and went to the doctor today. He said he thinks it's either a torn meniscus or pinched cartilage. Either way, he's urging me to give up running. I really don't want to. I finally found something I actually enjoy, and I was really looking forward to running a 5k this fall. My question is, does anyone know from experience what my odds are here that I can fully recover and return to running (at a comfortable 4.5), or do I truly need to come to terms with the reality my very short-lived running career may have come to a close? I should note, I went to my general practitioner, I have not seen a specialist at this point. Thanks in advance for any guidance, advice, and encouragement you folks can toss my way.

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I started C25K on June 8th and finished today... I'm 62 and on June 8th I tipped the scales at 280 and today I weigh 255. I still have a long way to go but feel better about myself. I have always hated running but C25K has made it more interesting and challenging. I have read many posts from fellow runners and have found many to be an inspiration which has given me confidence. I didn't create a burning path behind me when I ran which may account to why I didn't have any do-overs. That was a goal I set for myself even though I knew if I did have a do-over the world wasn't going to end. The plan is to start C25K over and kicking my speed up a notch. I have given some thought to just go into the 10K, but I really don't have the desire to run a 10K. Any thoughts on this? Thanks!

Rejoice in the small victories, they will keep you going. And remember, the pain of discipline is far less than the pain of regret.

Hi everyone I'm 59 and today I completed week1 day 1 today. I attempted yesterday but didn't make it past the 2nd 1 min jog. Successful today. Is it best to rest a day between each day?