Week one done!

[Sadie-runs]

Good morning running pals!

I did a 5k this morning - my last run of week one. I had my doubts I would manage it as I have had a slight chesty cough the last few days (hay fever related I suspect), but had plans to abort the run if it became too hard to run. Miracle of miracles my chest was fine as I ran, so I made it, happily to the end. I am still struggling to slow my pace down, but suspect that will come easier as the runs get longer, lol!

Taking on this new challenge has really motivated me again. And weirdly, I think I can do this! Trying to bring the same positivity to this as I did C25K, and visualising myself running 10k. It really helps! (But ask me again in a couple of weeks time when the distance really ramps up! Could be a whole different story...!)

Lovely weekend to you all.

Sadie-runs x

[TedG Graduate10]

Good morning Sadie, so pleased you managed the 5K. Approach the build up to 10K in the same way as you did on the C25K programme...you WILL find it easier, trust me! 🤗

Just ease off a tad, doesn’t have to be lot, and you’ll get there. All you need is a bit of PMA and get those robot legs going 😎

Happy running 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️X

[Sadie-runs Graduate10 in reply to TedG]

Thanks Ted! At this early stage, I cannot even imagine it being easier, but I trust your judgement as you have been there done that! During C25K I never allowed myself to doubt I could manage a step up, so am going to employ that mindset too. Before every run I just tell myself I am going to get out there and do it!

Hope your training is going well.

Sadie xxx

[TedG Graduate10 in reply to Sadie-runs]

Did you not think the same way after doing W1R1 of C25K Sadie?.....I know I did, I thought “I’ll never be able to run 3miles” .....look at us now 🤗

[Irishprincess Graduate10]

Morning Sadie 👋 Well done on the first week. That's what it takes, one step at a time. And of course you'll do this. You're a C25K'er!

[Sadie-runs Graduate10 in reply to Irishprincess]

Thanks dear Princess! 😘

[Razouski]

I found the build up to 10km ok, as I think I realised that it was possible if I followed the programme. I also did quite a lot of core and strength work on my rest days.

I still sometimes find it hard to believe that I can run 10k +.

Enjoy the build up and see you at the 10km mark.

[Sadie-runs Graduate10 in reply to Razouski]

I am doing lots of core work now, including Pilates. I don’t think it’s any coincidence that since I have strengthened my core, I have had no hip pain at all! (That I used to get on and off during C25K)

I will definitely see you at the 10k (gulp!) mark, Razouski! Thanks for leading the way. 😁

[Richard7 Graduate10]

You will be fine .. just don't set out for the first 10k at your 5k pace .. slow it up a bit and then when you have it under your belt you will know what pace you can really do it at 😊.

The distance is just a mental barrier as you build up the legs as you go along so I am sure you will be fine. 👍↗️🔟

[Sadie-runs Graduate10 in reply to Richard7]

Thanks Richard. 😊 I am so looking forward to trying longer distances! I just hope that mentally I am up to it! Well, only one way to find out...😁

[Lorijay Graduate10]

Well done Sadie on completing first week. I am starting the plan on 15th June after a few more consolidating runs. Like you it seems like "wow how will I ever run 8, 9, 10K" but I guess it's back to believing in the plan. I will watch your progress with interest. Good luck

[Sadie-runs Graduate10 in reply to Lorijay]

Thanks Lorijay! And yes, I am treating this like C25K and trusting in the programme! Look forward to you joining us, in the meantime, enjoy your running! x

[Ripcurlrana71 Graduate10]

Brilliant Sadie-runs! I start mine with Lorijay and too can’t believe running beyond 5k! I’ve managed 5.1k 😬😬😬. Watching you with interest and all the best! 💪🏼🏃🏻‍♀️💪🏼🏃🏻‍♀️💪🏼

[Sadie-runs Graduate10 in reply to Ripcurlrana71]

Thanks Ripcurlrana! I will try to set a good example. 😁 If you are already at 5.1k, you will be well and truly ready to step up mid-June! xxx

[Ripcurlrana71 Graduate10 in reply to Sadie-runs]

It’s not an easy last K! But thank you. Trying the C25k+ Speed podcast tomorrow to just change it up a bit. 😊 I’m sure you’ll set an excellent example! X

[SaskAlliecat Graduate10]

The pace will definitely come as the distances lengthen. It's very much like C25k where you realize to achieve the goals, the legs must slow down. It's hard at first, but then, one day, it comes. After taking a couple months "off" due to a chaotic work schedule, I found my legs were reverting back to the quicker "natural" pace when I started back up, but now that I'm back running around 10k, I can get into a slower comfortable pace where you want to just keep going and going and going. Enjoy the journey! It's a great one 😊

[Sadie-runs Graduate10 in reply to SaskAlliecat]

Slow comfortable pace is what I am aiming for, Sask! It’s a whole new learning curve, but just what I need right now. 😀 Glad you are up and running again - pesky work, getting in the way of real life! x

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate10]

Well done Sadie-runs ....no running for me this weekend due to my ankle but hopefully a gentle jog out today sometime....

You will be fine at this, you’ve got your head on & your chart to tick so looking at your progress will spur you on....looking forward to reading all about it x

[Sadie-runs Graduate10 in reply to Mummycav]

Aw, Mummycav, no running until that ankle is fully better, okay? Has the swelling gone down now? xxx