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Hi

I have just completed third run of week 1 and feeling quite proud of myself. I am 67 never done any running before although I do cycle and swim. First two runs were at the gym but today I plucked up the courage to go to my local park so quite pleased. My aim is to complete a Race for Life next year. Hope week 2 goes as well as week 1.

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useitorloseitGraduate

Well done for getting on it at 67 - you are not alone here - most of us are no spring chickens (though we may feel like it still)! Stick with Laura, the programme and us and you'll be fine for that race for life!

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Thanks for the support. Don't know whether I will do it in 9 weeks but I will give it a good try.

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useitorloseitGraduate in reply to

I took 17 weeks, and I'm only 49! Take it at whatever pace is right for you x

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ju-ju-Graduate

Brilliant, my mum is on week 4 and she's loving it.. Good luck and keep us updated on your progress :)

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It is nice to know there are people out there wishing me well.

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ju-ju-Graduate in reply to

we are all here for you :)

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poppypugGraduate

Welcome to the board and for taking those first steps on this amazing programme .

I would like to wish you all the very best , it really does work !

Good luck and keep posting of your progress , this forum is full of support, advice and lots of encouragement and we are all behind you.

Onwards to Week 2 , Good Luck :-) xxx

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helingmic

Dear Laura, Well done!

I have just started the programme too and I am 65 and nine months!. I don't really run because of my bronchiectasis. BUT, I thought I can do this in the gym on the static bike. I started with apprehension because I get short of breath. although I came near during the intense biking, it was still tolerable. I was glad to be able to go into catching up for 90 seconds. I really feel exhilarated. I want to carry on, on the static bike. One thing I must do is to press the button to convert into km rather than .065 miles! I hope you love it too. Well done Laura. Good to be proud of one's achievements!

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