I’m head over heels

Just another post about how much c25k has transformed my life. I love running, and I love that I love running.

A few more recovery workouts before I get the all clear to start back on week 1 of the magic plan.

10K used to seem so far, but the gentleness of the running plan combined with my confidence of the 5K distance makes me feel it is tantalisingly achievable.

I was going to wait until I reached the 10K distance before treating myself to a new pair of running tights and a new top but perhaps that treat could come early?!

[Hidden]

Just another running post about the success of C25k Never!

Hidden you shout all you want! Let others know how brilliant it feels to be a runner👍!

Go get those running goodies ordered you deserve them, just intime for your 10k adventure 🙂

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Thank you Hidden ! This wonderful community has been as equally life changing! Never knew runners were such friendly folk

[Jools2020 Graduate10]

Ohhh definitely get the goodies early! You deserve it so much! 😊

[Hidden in reply to Jools2020]

Thank you Jools. I find you such a marvellous source of inspiration, you’ve made me truly believe I can accomplish running beyond a 10K!

[Jools2020 Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you, I’m so glad you believe it! JuJu’s Magic Plan seems to be excellent and I’m sure it will get you to that 10K springboard! 😊

[CBDB Graduate10]

Yeah!!!! Absolutely concur! And I think you deserve a new pair of running tights and tops!

[Hidden in reply to CBDB]

Thank you CBDB ! I am thinking something eye-wateringly bright so that everybody can see me plodding along!

[CBDB Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

Brill! Perfect! 👌🏼🤩😍

[Grannyhugs Graduate10]

Well done, this sounds life changing. Treat yourself, there's nothing worse than having to take kit out of the wash basket because you forgot to load the machine 🤣 happy running 🤗

[Hidden in reply to Grannyhugs]

Thank you - I am glad I’m not the only one when it comes to the washing! 😳🤣

[nowster Graduate10]

Definitely get some kit. It helps if you put the sweaty stuff straight in a short wash immediately after your run.

You don't need much detergent with sports synthetics, and a 20 min wash is more than enough for a wash of something freshly soiled. Drip dry in a warm place and they're dry in a few hours.

I can recommend stuff from Decathlon (they have branches in many countries), but that might not be brightly coloured enough for some of the ladies here.

[Hidden in reply to nowster]

Thank you, I will check out Decathlon. 😊

[Rennur Graduate10]

Sorry to read about your injury. I am so pleased you are up and running, literally. It is a great mental release.

We have to do everything to prevent injury though sometimes it's just an accident.

I think that will motivate me to do some strength and flex exercises on top of running. I didn't like running before, but love it now so in order to continue and improve I will have to bite the bullet and do those exercises - who knows I might get to enjoy those one day.

[Hidden in reply to Rennur]

Thank you Rennur 😊 I’m not so keen on the strength and flex exercises either but agree with you, if it’s the way to improve safely it must be worth it.

[61Lady Graduate10]

Go on ... treat yourself ... you deserve the reward 💪🏃‍♀️

[Hidden in reply to 61Lady]

😊🏃‍♀️

[Fionamags Graduate10]

Yes go on - hours of fun browsing the internet options and you definitely deserve it. I just treated myself to some very expensive sweaty betty leggings and I absolutely love them. They have TWO pockets! One of them is a zip pocket in the back of the waistband and the other is a long pocket in the side of the leg which fits a mobile phone. I adore them! But if you are after something bright and snazzy you should check out Limberlou's posts - she has dragons and all sorts on hers and she gives the links in one of them. Can't remember where she gets them but they look fab and are half the price (at least) of the SB ones.

[Hidden in reply to Fionamags]

I’ve heard of Sweaty Betty, I’ll check them and Limberlou’s post out! Need something with a good strong high waistband to keep the tummy and love handles in check! Thank you 😊

[Fionamags Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

The SB ones definitely do that - they are very 'supportive' .... 😉

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate10]

Yay! We hear ya Hidden ....shout it from the rooftops! You are DEFINITELY capable of that 10k...and you need new gear to complete it in style! 😉

[Hidden in reply to Mummycav]

Thank you Mummycav ! So excited for the day I hit the 10K!

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

Ooo, that feeling.....I’m excited for you!!!