Last run done

[Decker]

Well today was the last run of the c210 program I was doing. Of course my fitbit decided to reset itself mid-run and only capture 10 minutes, but the c210 app reminded me when to stop. Feels a little bittersweet now that it's done. Compared to C25k, this felt like it went by quick. I signed up for a 10k race in November just to keep the momentum going. And now I am thinking about maybe training towards a HM in the spring. Suspect I will need to change a lot of things to make that kind of distance training work in my life. Seriously, who is this person in the mirror? :).

If I haven't said it enough, the people on this board are simply the best - I would be back on the couch if not for all the inspiration and support you provide.

Oh, and I randomly found some poor girl's phone in the grass on the way home. Been waiting for her to call it so I can return it to her. Otherwise will need to drop it at the local police station. Its locked so I can't see any contact info apart from a user pic. Losing your phone is the worst feeling.

[Millsie-J]

Great run 👍🏼🏃🏻😀

[Decker in reply to Millsie-J]

thank you Jacs

[Hidden]

Well done! You need to keep running regularly at similar distance ready for your event. You will be so ready for the event! Moving on for me is in stages. I went from 10k to 10 miles. Once I have my trainer situation sorted I want to keep this distance once a week to consolidate. Then I may consider a hm in April. Goodness that sounds scary!

[Decker in reply to Hidden]

Thank you! I would like to to a 10 mile first too, but I cant find any. I'm just going to focus on the training plan until I feel like it will be a real possibility. Seems far, far away right now. 😀

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate10]

Go you!!! Very well done!

I did a virtual 10K race.. that was fun..

You are going to have fun, too, moving on from here

[Decker in reply to Oldfloss]

Thank you Floss! Its all very real now!

[damienair Administrator]

Congratulations Decker and very well done. Great achievement.

[Decker in reply to damienair]

Thanks Damien! Getting there slowly.

[Irishprincess Graduate10]

So well done to you Decker. The 10K is the springboard to all kinds of runnng adventures if you want them. But regardless, it's a brilliant feeling running a 10K just when you feel like it 🙂

[Decker in reply to Irishprincess]

Thank you IP! Yes the ability to run relatively comfortably for an hour or so is very new to me! 🙂

[SaskAlliecat Graduate10]

Congrats! Good luck on your race in November (not that you need it; I'm sure it will go great). It's nice to have something to train for to help stay on track and keep the gremlins away.

[Decker in reply to SaskAlliecat]

Thank you Sask! Yes I need motivation as the cold slowly moves in 😀. I was able to modify the Asics plan around the November race too. I really like the customizations you can play with, moving dates, effort etc.

[SaskAlliecat Graduate10 in reply to Decker]

Good to know. I took a peak at it when I was looking for a bridge to 10k plan. May have to look at it again once I reach my 10k goal using ju-ju's plan. No local races in my near future though so just running for the joy of running. The hypothermic half has always peaked my interest in February but don't think it will be a "this year" goal.

[Decker in reply to SaskAlliecat]

February in Saskatchewan! You are brave! I was loosely (no commitment yet!) thinking about the GoodLife Toronto run in balmy May, so there's plenty of time to just run the program and enjoy it for now.

[Razouski]

Excellent, congratulations on your 10K graduation. I did my first official 10k race in September , and while I'm more of a solo runner I was proud that I did it, and came 8th, and raised £400 for cancer research. I am sure you will enjoy your race in November, you'll be an old hand at the distance by then.

I can't imagine running a HM, but good on you for setting yourself a new target. Good luck.

[Decker in reply to Razouski]

Thanks Raz! I'm happy with the 10k race for now, and I'm telling myself that I am only training towards an HM, not actually signing up for one just yet. 🙂That's how I convince my brain not to stress. Jus something to do over the winter 😀

Congrats on your 10k and thats a great total for cancer research too!! And 8th place is amazing!

[Razouski in reply to Decker]

I think the 8th place was probably because there were fewer runners than usual, and also because they let me start at the fron. 😂

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10]

Well done Decker, I think that's three 10ks you have run to complete your plan...you have definately cemented that distance.😊

You will go on to do great things I'm sure. Look forward to hearing more about your 10k race, and HM training!

Good luck😊x

(I'm hoping to manage 10k once by the way😆 in the fullness of time😉)

[Decker in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

Thank you Jan. Once you get one done, it gets easier. You will most certainly do it!

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate10]

Lol..the person in the mirror is you Decker...a new you, that is fabulous...you are an inspiration to me & a great support too, I wish I could find a sports bra as supportive!!! Lol...😵 x

[Decker in reply to Mummycav]

Haha, thanks Mummycav😀 Though I'm afraid I'm not much help on that front! 😜 In the meantime we can just keep supporting one another! 😁

[Hidden]

That is brilliant Decker. It is great that you are enjoying yourself so much. The sky is the limit... I'm wondering about aiming for 1000k in 2018...

[Razouski in reply to Hidden]

😮 1000k, I can't imagine that!

[Hidden in reply to Razouski]

I'm not sure I can either. But I am beginning to need a goal! it would mean committing to 20K a week, and I am not convinced I have enough hours in the week as it is! I will see how I get on from now until Christmas and decide then

[Hidden in reply to Razouski]

*over the course of the whole year 😂

[Razouski in reply to Hidden]

😂😂😂

Thanks for clarifying. I thought you were attempting a massive undertaking. Phew.

[Decker in reply to Hidden]

Wow Helen thank you. I can't even conceive of that kind of distance! Best of luck to you! 👍🏼

[Hidden in reply to Decker]

Ah....not all in one go 😱

Over the whole year😂😂😂

[Decker in reply to Hidden]

Oh hahah 😂 that makes more sense! That would be over 6 hours of running! 😂I just saw a video about a guy training for a 24 hour run. I don't know if that is even possible!

[Anniemurph Graduate10]

Woohoo, well done! Great achievement, Decker - may there be many more

[Decker in reply to Anniemurph]

Thank you kindly Annie 🙂

[wessywok]

How like a fitbit! Well done! I'm impressed and hope to follow in your footsteps

[Decker in reply to wessywok]

Thank you Wessywok! Yes, I am seriously looking at a Garmin now! 😁 But my old secondhand Fitbit got me off the couch so I am still loyal for the moment.

I am humbled by your challenges and your efforts and I know you will get to where you want to be.

[wessywok in reply to Decker]

You're an inspiration! My Fitbit did the same for me. I've been dropping hints to my sporty husband and my sport-encouraging father-in-law that I'd love a Garmin for Christmas that can also count swim laps...

[Decker in reply to wessywok]

Ha ha, yes, 😀 I dropped a couple of hints to my wife about maybe a Christmas/ birthday Garmin. I don't swim but its good to know its water resistant for rainy runs.