I Don't need Rainbows

[Bluebirdrunner]

My last run was on 24th August when I did hill repeats within a longer run, and then I caught Covid. Again. Energy sapping as you know.

I have been struggling to get out for a first run since, but inspired by posts written by Oldfloss and having joined the September Quest (the last week) I put on my kit today and set out.

C25k W1 R1 with Laura. I would have liked to have used a NRC guided run, but was sensible and thought this would be best.

As I began the warm up walk, the sky darkened and a sprinkling of rain began. I looked up at the sky and saw a patch of blue, and maybe a hint of sunshine. I brushed away any thoughts of giving up and crossed the main road.

Now the running intervals began, after the first one I realised that I had forgotten to start Strava, so set it going and thought I would add an extra bit at the end to make up for it. The runs were fine, I recovered well on the walk breaks and ran in the Now.

Floss was with me, and just before the last run interval we spied a conker. I put it in my pocket, remembering that all the strength we need is already inside us.

I added that extra bit, and noticed the rain had stopped. I looked up at the sky, a bit of sunshine but no rainbow to be seen. Then I thought, I don't need to see a rainbow, I have one inside me. A smile, the run done.

I think it will be easier to get out for my next one now.

🍁🏃‍♀️🌈xxx

I tried to add a photo but it didn't work.

[skysue16 Graduate10]

What a delightful and uplifting post, thank you BB 😊 So glad you managed to get out for that run 👍

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to skysue16]

I feel uplifted Sue, I have been finding excuses for not going. Reading posts has sparked something and no more FOMO for me! 😊

So pleased to hear you enjoyed your Pilates class.

xxx

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate]

That's just lovely, it seems you are well recovering from COVID which is a nasty little virus

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to SueAppleRun]

Thank you SueAppleRun, You don't realise how tired you are, until you start to feel better.

I think you are finding strength from somewhere now to enjoy some fresh air and activity. So good to see. 💚xxx

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

I'm a long way from proper running and I agree with you, it's only as we start to regain some energy that we realise how poorly we've been.6 weeks ago a nurse had to hold my hand to walk to the bathroom because I was too weak to go on my own, now I go shopping, drive my car and take short walks, I've tried trotting round the sitting room and it won't be long before I trot round the small garden 😁 once I can feel confident doing that I'll open the back gate and trot down the road, no point speculating how slow I'll be, it will improve as time goes on, I'm on a reducing steroids dose and currently half way from 8 a day to 0 😄 which is a bit of an emotional rollercoaster but at last I'm not eating constantly which is a side affect of steroids.

Reading others running adventures has kept me sane this summer 🌞 and being part of this community while I heal makes such a difference to how I feel.

[Whatsapp Graduate10]

Wonderful to see you are getting back out there Bluebirdrunner !

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to Whatsapp]

Thank you Whatsapp 🥰

It is pretty wonderful! 😊

🏃‍♀️🍁xxx

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate10]

Just superb!!! It is so, so good to see you here, posting your run!

And, what a beautiful run it was...a sprinking of rain and that hint of blue , just magical. Running those first steps back, after time out and feeling comfortable.

Finding that conker, yes... the feeling is indescribable.... really like hidden treasure. which is , in reality, your inner strength.

That inner rainbow, you always have that, and it shines so brightly, as you move forwards.

Run done. I enjoyed running beside you... and I know that you are on your way.... and it is going to be fun xxx

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to Oldfloss]

Yes, thats exactly it, an inner rainbow. 😊 xx

No breathing issues or niggles so gentle steam ahead!

Thank you Floss.

🍁🏃‍♀️🌈xxx

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate10 in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

I am so happy that you are feeling so much better and out there in the sunshine, and enjoying it x

[linda9389 Graduate10]

Just fabulous, for so many reasons 🥰

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to linda9389]

Linda if anyone knows, you do! 💚😚

Thank you, can't wait until Tuesday.

🏃‍♀️🍁xxx

[linda9389 Graduate10 in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

Isn't that just the best feeling 🥰

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

So happy for you BBR! Covid affects us all differently, and it sounds like you’re now out the other side at last. What a way to celebrate, what a perfect run! You sound elated. 🥰 Onwards! 🙏😍

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thank you Cheeky, I was really enjoying myself before I became poorly.

First came walks, then YWA again but the run was a worry.

I do feel elated at having that first one done. Watching from the sidelines just isn't the same!

Yes, Onwards and Upwards I go....🤞

🏃‍♀️🍁xxx

[PashleyPedaller Graduate10]

Well done; so pleased for you 😊 I’ve had Covid and other things that have knocked me off course; the hardest part always is heading out the door for those first steps back. You’ll do great now …

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to PashleyPedaller]

Hi Pashley Pedaller, how lovely to hear from you.

How are you?

Exactley that, I hadn't made my mind up to go, then suddenly found I was dressed and ready!

Thank you so much for your support, I am back on track again now.

🏃‍♀️🍁xxx

[PashleyPedaller Graduate10 in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

Hi Bluebirdrunner! It's lovely to hear from you too. I'm very well, thank you. I don't visit the forum often, but your name popped up and I remember you and Floss were so friendly and supportive when I was starting out on C25K; I'm pleased to see you are both still running. I'm still running too ... try to do 5k once a week when I can. Nowadays, I just have my favourite music as a soundtrack (mostly 70s and 80s belters) and run at my own pace until my watch beeps 5k. (Best time recently has been 34 mins 15 secs for 5k, although I was quite a bit slower yesterday as I'd donated blood earlier in the week.) I'm happy I can still run at 67 and always feel pleased with myself afterwards for getting outside and doing it. I'm grateful to the C25K plan and this lovely, supportive forum - I would never have done it without. Hope you continue to feel better and stronger - Covid is a nasty virus. Happy running - all the best x

[lexi6 Graduate10]

A lovely post BBr that first run back is always the hardest, but you did it 👏👏and Laura's such good company too 🥰

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to lexi6]

Thank you lexi6 so pleased I seized the moment and went. I think I will stick with Laura this time round and build up gently.As we head into Autumn you are looking for Spring!

🍁🌱🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️xxx

[lexi6 Graduate10 in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

Laura is so reassuring, another friend to run with and gently does it the way to go! I'm so looking forward to the clocks going forward this Sunday BBr 😎🤞

[Phdgranny Graduate10]

Well done for getting out there, always difficult to do that first one!

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to Phdgranny]

Thank you Phdgranny, once over the threshold all was fine, its the indoor gremlins that pinned me to the couch! 😊

On I go now 🏃‍♀️🍁xxx

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

❤️🏃🏼‍♀️🌈☀️

[Cantstopmenow Graduate10]

This is lovely. So well done - hard fought and won. . You are an inspiration xx

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10 in reply to Cantstopmenow]

So kind of you thank you Cantstopmenow🍁🍂🏃‍♀️xxx