Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning.

[rcp27]

There we go. It wasn't a personal best, and it wasn't a glorious run, it was a straightforward middle of the week 5k, in a touch over 32 minutes. What it was, however, was the third run of the ninth week since I pulled on a pair of trainers and went out to turn a corner in my idea of what it means to be fit and healthy. Now it is normal for me to run. It is not some crazy idea, an odd thing I do because I'm making a big change to my life. It's something I do because I like it and because I can. I run. I am a runner.

[Hidden]

Well done on completing week 9. Enjoy your graduation. Best wishes.

[no-excuse Graduate]

That's great, well done, enjoy your running, x

[Sarahsox Graduate]

Congratulations! The end of the beginning- I like that.

[runningnotwalking Graduate]

Congratulations on graduating - Winston would no doubt have enjoyed the post - time to celebrate - cigar optional.

[gettingfitnow]

Well done!

Can't wait to be able to say those words with confidence. I am a runner.