I have finally run 5k!

[Foxglove2]

It's taken me 6 very enjoyable months to get here. It's not the fastest time in the world but that doesn't matter - I did it, I finally ran 5k for the first time in my life!

[Dtay1978]

Congrats 🥳

[dijep Graduate10]

Congratulations 🎊 🎉 🎈

It's worth the wait isn't it, enjoy the feeling of success x

Happy running 🏃‍♀️🏃🏃‍♂️

[Foxglove2 Graduate10 in reply to dijep]

It's a 'Runners High' like I haven't experienced since Week 5 run 3 of C25K! I had a little cry, I can't believe that I did it - me! When I think of how I am 54, overweight, have never been sporty, have always found sport difficult.

[dijep Graduate10 in reply to Foxglove2]

I know that feeling 😊I was one of the kids that got left till last when teams were picked, not run since school and I'm 62!

Enjoy x

[Fionamags Graduate10]

Yay that's fantastic!!! Bask in that success. 🏅🏅👏👏😁👍

[Archerygoddess 60minGraduate]

Wow, well done! Not a bad time either🏃‍♀️

[Foxglove2 Graduate10 in reply to Archerygoddess]

Thank you! I think lots and lots of consolidation (6 weeks) after graduating from C25K gave me a great platform to build on. I love the advice on here to take it slowly, it really works

[Plutonium Graduate10]

Well done. It's a great feeling. Be joyful at your success.

[Hidden]

Well done Foxglove2, a great day indeed, it’s amazing what the body can do if we just stick at it. I hope you’ll keep going with the running now as it really is a life ( and health) changer. 🤗

[Foxglove2 Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

I’ve a habit for life now I hope

[Buddy34 Graduate10]

Well done on your 5k . Time doesn't matter the point is you ran it and should be so pleased 😊😊👏

[Allbarron 60minGraduate]

Absolute star! Well done on getting that 5k under your belt. Good time too. You've just proved that age and physique are not the most important criteria. It's determination and sometimes bloody mindedness that gets you there!!!!Happy running Foxglove2

[Foxglove2 Graduate10 in reply to Allbarron]

What I love about running is that it’s for all ages. Everyone can do it and find a programme that’s kind to their age and circumstances and still get real health benefits

[Grannyhugs Graduate10]

Congratulations, I hope that feeling of great achievement stays with you for a long time. Happy running 🤗

[Meepmum Graduate10]

Good on you, Im your age, also overweight and still 10 min slower😂

[Foxglove2 Graduate10 in reply to Meepmum]

Yay! 50-something ladies rock at running!!

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate]

That’s fantastic, that first 5k is amazing isn’t it? and our first 5k took 52 minutes so yours isn’t slow

[Foxglove2 Graduate10 in reply to SueAppleRun]

Thank you xx

[Rayros21]

Congratulations. Don't worry about the time, being able to reach 5k is a great achievement 👏👏👏

[TotalNewbie1 Graduate10]

Congratulations 🥳, fab feeling.

[Gwenllian1 Graduate10]

That’s brilliant! Congratulations. Great achievement.

[Over62]

Fantastic achievement so pleased for you a great moment to savour. Keep going and build on what you’ve done. 😄🎉👏👍🏆🏅

[liam-1 Graduate10]

Well done keep up the good work. Feels great 👍🏻

[Roxdog Graduate10]

Well done and how lovely that you describe an enjoyable 6 months!

I'm coming back from injury and haven't run 5k in a while, but I do remember it felt like a milestone. Never think too much about pace, just carry on enjoying your running.