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First parkrun post graduation (at last!)

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NotsoslothfulnowGraduate10
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Hello all,

Having run my very first parkrun on 27 October- and only then embarked on C-5K ... then run my very first sponsored 5K two weeks ago ... AT LAST, I ran parkrun again this morning๐Ÿ˜Š. I managed it in 37 m 49 seconds which is 11 seconds shorter than my other run two weeks ago.

I used NHS Laura's 'Stamina' podcast to accompany me most of the way - as a bit of a 'security blanket' - as running surrounded by others is still so unusual for me.

I have celebrated by going out and buying what seem like a very comfy pair of bright red (!) running shoes from Decathalon (my trusty 3-year-old Aldi trainers having got me 'over the line' might deserve an honourable retirement!).

For now, I aim to keep up 3 x 30 minute runs per week with the odd parkrun ... I enjoy marshalling most weeks to run it too often!

Would love to hear your advice on improving my times and general setting of next goals๐Ÿ˜Š.

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AlMorrAmbassadorGraduate10

Good time for your parkrun today, your time can only improve the more parkruns and 5K runs you ๐Ÿƒ ๐Ÿ˜Š. run

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NotsoslothfulnowGraduate10โ€ข in reply toAlMorr

Many thanks for your encouraging words...and emojis๐Ÿ˜Š.

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Dexy5Graduate10

Well Done Notsoslothfulnow , my parkrun times have come down as Iโ€™ve increased my distance during the week. I did jujuโ€™s magic plan to 10k, which you can find on the bridge to 10k forum. Also , if you have an iPhone there is an app called JogRunSprint which is great fun.

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NotsoslothfulnowGraduate10โ€ข in reply toDexy5

Thank you so much๐Ÿ˜Š. Really helpful advice. Unfortunately, I have an Android phone so cannot get that particular app. I have got the NHS Laura follow-up to C-5K intervals podcast that might achieve something similar, however. Many thanks again!

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Dexy5Graduate10โ€ข in reply toNotsoslothfulnow

Yes lots have enjoyed doing that too.

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Wimborne

Yay!!!!! You got there .... Great parkrun...๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€๐Ÿ˜€. I am not a speedster so went for increasing distance. Just slow and steady using 10%rule then found JJs plan. Good luck and happy running ๐Ÿ˜€

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NotsoslothfulnowGraduate10โ€ข in reply toWimborne

Thank you so much...this does sound very wise๐Ÿ˜Š.

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HapptogiveitagoGraduate10

Iโ€™ll have a look out for that pod cast to use in the week. I miss my couch to 5k encouragement in my ear.

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