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Just did w6r1. I'd heard some say that it was hard to go back to walking breaks again and in some respects was a tougher run than the previous 20 continuous minutes one. However, I thoroughly enjoyed it and definitely found it easier. In fact I'd go as far as to say it was well within my comfort zone. Which is something I never thought I'd hear from myself!

I only hope that means that I'm up to the future challenges.

From here I have one single run left with a walking break! I'm so excited and scared. Looking at what's coming, thats the point it really steps up for me. This is going to make or break me as a runner.

I'm going to give it my all. Graduation is almost in sight... :)

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I had the same experience for w6r1. So did lots of other people who replied to my post about it. I find it much easier with continuous running as I can usually find a rhythm. I am now on week 9 and never imagined I would voluntarily run for 30 mins +.

I feel sure you will not break but will graduate with flying colours!

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AnniemurphGraduate

Yes, you are up to the future challenges! Yes, the programme will take you through to your triumphant graduation! And yes, btw, you are already a runner! Happy running, and let us know how it goes :)

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walettaGraduate

You are not going to break. You've come too far to break. Laura will get you through right to the end & beyond or is that to infinity & beyond.

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RuthPGraduate

Congrats! I am at a similar stage as you, in week 7 now, but finding it hard now there are no intervals. I think it really is a mental thing - you really know you can do it, you just need to remember that when you're out there.

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Lush__xGraduate

i ran on one of my off days but went back to run 2 and it was harder than i thought with the walking and running constantly....i actual suspected its was a bit tougher going back to walking breaks. Im just moving on to week 6 so back to walking intervals from the solid 20 min run!

Well done to you :) x

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