I did it - albeit a week after graduation - and I am amazed! Never in my wildest dreams did I think I could do this a couple of months ago especially as I am 61. Just over 31 minutes too so it's now onwards and -hopefully -upwards. I'm sweating buckets but elated!
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YEE-HA! My first ever 5k!
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croxGraduate
Well done you, 31 mins is a fantastic time
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katee1958Graduate
well done x
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suzybenjGraduate
waaaah -no way - Really super well done-i am 12 years younger than you and I am 8 mins slower- see my post under yours. Feel my backside being kicked
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AlexHip78Graduate
Thanks to you all and to be honest ANY time is a great time...the miracle is running 5k!
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PlinthGraduate
Well done! Exciting isn't it? Mind you I too am slower - took 40 mins!
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ju-ju-Graduate
Fantastic and what a great time!! Well done you
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