And we’re off!

[030961]

Well, I’ve started! I have this morning done WK1R1 of Ju Ju’s plan. I’ve chosen the timed route through it. This morning I ran for 15 minutes. I’ve been running 45 minute 5k runs during consolidation. I thought I’d try to tun a bit faster given the shorter time. The sheep that I passed seemed surprised, I gave my usual ‘meeehhrrr’ but I was gone in an instant! Further on, the horse with big teeth almost choked on its hay as I rushed by! At the end I’d run 1.77k, I’d been trying for 2k. But just as I found C25K a wizard plan, I’m sure Ju Ju has her magic wand in hand ready to propel this older lump towards the 10k finish line. Now.....should that ever happen, I shall eat my socks! Gonna be a fun journey though...

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Get the gravy ready for the socks!!

This plan is great and you absolutely 💯 will get there as long as you are consistent and give yourself the best chance. Lots of fluids and stretching/strengthening and you will do it. Consistency is everything. We'll all be here to support you!

[030961 60minGraduate in reply to Hidden]

Thank you GTFC, I’m actually excited about eating my socks now the gravy option has been added! Wonder if a couple of roast spuds might be an additional side dish too!!

[Hidden in reply to 030961]

They would definitely be!! What a great journey you are embarking upon. Each week you'll achieve and it all comes together so well.

[030961 60minGraduate in reply to Hidden]

Thank you so much GTFC.... onwards and upwards!

[Roxdog Graduate10]

I hope you enjoy your journey to 10k and the longer runs - time to relax into the runs, find your comfortable pace and get in the zone!

[030961 60minGraduate in reply to Roxdog]

Thank you Roxdog as ever, your sound advice is always helpful. I’m going to try to enjoy it!

[Roxdog Graduate10 in reply to 030961]

Took me ages to get to 10k but it's now my favourite distance. I've never run in my life so it constantly astounds me. Good luck

[030961 60minGraduate in reply to Roxdog]

I’m looking forward to achieving something that just a few months ago never seemed possible. In life, isn’t it nice to still think that from time to time, good things can still happen!

[PhoenixRise Graduate10]

Yay! Go 030961! 💪 You definitely did run a bit faster than the pace you said yesterday! (45mins- 5K - Ave. Pace = 9mins. 15mins - 1.77K - Ave. Pace = 8.47 .... ish 🤔 🤷‍♂️ 🤭). We’re with you every step of the way on your new journey! ✊

[030961 60minGraduate in reply to PhoenixRise]

Thanks PhoenixRise, I can’t tell you how excited I am about trying to get there. Two years ago the Big C meant I couldn’t for five months leave a hospital bed for a wee, so to get to 10k would be something I’d be so delighted to achieve. To have the support of you and this incredible community is wonderful.

[PhoenixRise Graduate10 in reply to 030961]

Inspirational! 💪 You’ve got this - and we’ve got you! 💪

[030961 60minGraduate in reply to PhoenixRise]

Thank you. That means a lot.

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Sounds like a great start, best order some new socks, because you’re definitely going to be eating your old ones. Enjoy 😊🤗

[030961 60minGraduate in reply to Hidden]

Haha! I perhaps should make a start on them now!!

[Oldgirlruns Graduate10]

Woohoo! Welcome to the Bridge and to Ju Ju’s plan - I’m pretty sure you’ll love it!

[030961 60minGraduate in reply to Oldgirlruns]

Thank you, I’m looking forward to it!