10k run

[22alfie]

10k run. Doing good so far have 5 runs under my belt. Not at great length or speed. But improving every run. So as long as knee joints hold I'm confident I can do the 10k next June for the British heart Foundation 😁👍 thanks for all the support everyone. 😘

[cappachina]

Well done. I am sure you will make that challenge next June

[22alfie in reply to cappachina]

Mines is in the Glasgow area. But if you look up event for British heart Foundation it will give a list of places and dates. Glad I've inspired others. Let me know if you find a run. Please. X👍😁

[Chinkoflight]

Fantastic. I started the running journey 18 months ago and it's been brilliant on so many levels. A real surprise has been what I guess is the strengthening of my joints. I had knee pains going down stairs and the beginnings of a left hip joint problem. I thought these issues might be a limiting factor when I started Couch to 5k. But my joints are no longer an issue. I started with Parkruns after completing C25K and did my first 10k The Naseby Battlefield Run a month ago and it was really uplifting. I run quite slowly, but as I've built up the distance my Parkruns have improved. But...... 'Its a Run not a Race' . Enjoy every run . (M age 71!)

[22alfie in reply to Chinkoflight]

That sounds positive and you doing great. I'll not be fast runner either. Used to be in past life 😂 but knowing that there's light at the end of the tunnel is enough for me. I'm 67 in December 👍👍🤞😁

[Cee-Cee1 in reply to 22alfie]

I'll be 64 on the 16th December - my brain still thinks it's a lot younger though and I get a bit of shock sometimes when I catch sight of myself in the mirror! 🤣😂

[22alfie in reply to Cee-Cee1]

😂😂 yes the mirror lies . And I still think I'm in my 20s so got rid of the mirror 😂😂💪❤️

[AnxiousGuy23]

That's amazing! I'm sure you'll smash it!

[22alfie in reply to AnxiousGuy23]

I can only do what my body will let me but I'll give it my best 😁👍

[JessicaRed]

You are amazing Keep on running ❤️

[22alfie in reply to JessicaRed]

Thanks I'm a longway away yet. but I'm going to give it my best shot and hope the joints hold!! ❤️💪X

[Cee-Cee1]

I really enjoy reading your updates, 22Alifie! You're doing so well and should be proud of yourself and all your efforts. It's so encouraging, and inspirational, for everyone to read about what can be achieved and also how much you're enjoying it. Onwards and upwards! 😊👍🏻Carol x

[JulianDH]

14 weeks post OHS and valve replacement ...... my goal is to get running again but my lung is complaining! ...... lets see if I can join you all next year for BHF run!

[22alfie in reply to JulianDH]

Please take care tho and don't overdo it. It's not a race. Slow and steady wins the race 💪. 👍

[Maradona10]

Hi, where is it and how can I take part? Thanks

[22alfie in reply to Maradona10]

Depends where you live. Look up British heart Foundation events it'll give you the area's and months. Good luck if you've thinking of joining. 👍😊

[Maradona10]

I'll definitely do one. I am (or was?) a marathon runner trying to get my fitness back after a you know what. Small steps etc.

[22alfie in reply to Maradona10]

Yes definitely small steps. I run for years hiked all over Scotland and other areas. And cycle everywhere. So it was a big shock to me and my friends. But onwards and upwards. So yes baby steps. I've got a wee program I'm following. So will stick with it. 🤞🙏💪😁❤️X