5k at last! & hidden condition

[Notsoquickchick]

Long post sorry....I did it!!!!! Finally!!! I reached 5k. 😀 yes I graduated from c25k a few weeks ago but just could not muster the stamina for a 5k. I just kept going today....it wasn’t easy and I wanted to stop quite a few times but I did it. 43 mins but a starter to build on and in the lovely sunshine ☀️

I hope this gives some hope to others who may have hit the 30mins wall! This also means a lot as I was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease a few weeks ago which came as a huge shock and has spurred me on to keep fit. One of the side effects of this hidden condition is fatigue. No matter how fit I feel and how much I have hydrated before I run my energy saps quickly which I find frustrating. To others out there struggling with hidden conditions- keep going - xx

[Jiveblue Graduate10]

Wow! That’s amazing. Well done - and without stopping! (I love running too but let myself take too many walk breaks!)

It’s such a brilliant feeling when a run goes well and must feel even better after you’ve had so much to contend with. Congratulations!!! 🎉🎉👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[Notsoquickchick in reply to Jiveblue]

Thanks Jiveblue am definitely learning to pace myself 😂 x

[SassyF 60minGraduate]

Well done - you did it! 👍🏼

[Notsoquickchick in reply to SassyF]

Thanks 😊