Here's my weekly update. I managed to do all the runs this week but didn't enjoy it much. These longer runs seem relentless, monotonous, not really me. I woke up with a bit of a sniffle but after consulting the internet, decided that I was safe to go out. Now I'm on the sofa wrapped in two blankets with a hot water bottle, aching all over. I hope I haven't pushed it too far. I'll have my day's rest and see how I feel on Wednesday. Actually, I don't hate the running, and I do feel a sense of acheivement afterwards (even though I'm still incredibly slow). I'm just feeling sorry for myself I guess. At the moment, I'm on track to complete week 9 before my 40th birthady in Feb. I hope I haven't made a boo-boo by running this morning.
Boo (possibly Boo-Boo)
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I haven't got as far as doing 'long' runs yet but my sister-in-law is a good runner and she downloads e-books and podcasts to listen to while running which might be a good idea to distract your mind if you are finding it a bit boring...? I hope you feel better soon!
I am also not greatly fond of continuous running - I have run non-stop for up to 10Klms many times -- but can't really say that I enjoy it. There are others here who feel the same way - I enjoy run/walk more , and am actually even faster when I do so.
What we are doing is wonderful for us - for a number of reasons - and it is most important that we keep on doing it. But as in every other aspect of life, we have to enjoy what we are doing , otherwise it is ultimately doomed. So - do whatever you enjoy -- but just keep on doing it!!
Hello Boo. I found the long runs with the podcasts pretty boring, but now I've graduated I make playlists of my favourite songs and that makes a difference for me. Also it might be worth varying your route if you always run the same route everyday. Hope you feel better soon!
hope you are feelin better soon more likely the bug that has got you feeling off colour and running when you are not well isnt a good thing. take an extra rest day or two if you need too , focus on the garduation run and your 40th birthday ,a wonderful way to celebrate
I'm another podcast fan. though the other day I switched it off or the bit of my run that was in the park so I could listen to the birds singing and admire the trees. Radio 4 has lots of good podcasts. I use Saturday Live for long runs, and Friday Night Comedy for shorter outings.
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more likely the bug that has got you feeling off colour and running when you are not well isnt a good thing. take an extra rest day or two if you need too , focus on the garduation run and your 40th birthday ,a wonderful way to celebrate 
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