I had pains in my legs following my 13k run in mid December, so for the past 6 weeks I have stuck to fairky easy 5k and 10k runs and have been working on strength and flex. I always run by myself.
However, tomorrow, I have been invited to go on a 12k run with a group of ladies I haven't met, who are all faster than me (I assume) and in an area I've never run before!
I'm feeling really really nervous, but determined that I'm not going to chicken out! I am definitely going to go! Wish me luck! 🤞
No luck needed...just you...your running legs and that determination to enjoy!
Thank you. 😊 I don't know why I'm so nervous. I can do it!
You certainly can 
I do wish you luck Cantstopmenow, I like the way you say that that you have stuck to fairly easy 5 and 10K runs, ha, there are a few here that may not think the same about these runs, especially the 10K.🤔
As far as running that 12K with those runners tomorrow, they may not all be faster runners than you. I suppose one way to find out is tell them your average and PB 10K time, that way you should know roughly what pace to run at, good luck and report back on this forum on how you got on. 😊 🏃🏾
Thank you AlMorr. When I say fairly easy I guess I mean that I haven't pushed the pace and i have chosen fairly flat routes. I haven't necessarily found it easy to run the distance 😊
Can't stop you now! Go for it. All good experience and they are probably lovely. Bet you have fun
Thank you. I'm starting to look forward to it now.
It's amazing how chatting to people on this community changes your focus. How are you doing?
I'm laid low with a cold and sickness bug, so I'm back to playing the cello 😁🎼
Bet you'll have a great time. Come back and tell us all about it😊
Thank you. Reading about your successes and yourpace has helped me keep going (as well as the winter running gear you recommended) 😊
Was it the long sleeve running tops you bought😊
I got the winter leggings. They are so warm - just the job. I dont think I could get the top in my size. I was going to buy the gloves you recommnded but then I bought some in the Lake district.
They're really great in the cold. Can't wait until its tshirt weather 🌞
Me too
Then we'll be complaining it's to hot to run🤣🤣🤣
😂😂 I hope you will be recommending summer running gear. 😂 Actually, I quite like running in the cold, as long as it's not icy!
I actually have new stuff I bought last year but with weight loss it might be to big . If I buy any new summer gear you'll be the first to know🤣🤣
I also bought this as we had -4 degrees in November
You’ll have a blast CSMN, and I bet you’ll surprise yourself. Have fun, and please report back with how you get on! 😀🏃♀️👍
Thank you. I feel so much more confident now. 😁
I can see where you're coming from CSMN and I think I'd be nervous too...but you're right to give it a go.
They may not be faster than you anyway, but if they are you can always tell them to go on ahead.
And with all the recent work you've put in it will be good to see if it's paid off and your legs are ready to tackle 12k again.
Hope it goes well 👍😊
Exactly. I'm out of my comfort zone, but I'd be annoyed with myself if I didn't try! Thank you 😊
Hi. Let us know how u get on. You'll do great! Sounds like Yr doing great with runs and strengthening. Have fun. Last a year a friend of mine at work...well we got to be pals after talking about running! Invited me out and I was excited and nervous as never ran with others either... But it was great. You'll pick up good advice and have a good chat, 😊
Thank you. That would be great. 😊
Ahh, good luck! You don't need, but you can definitely have it 🙂. Enjoy, and just think how fab you'll geel afterwards 😍
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