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Finally got to week 5 after taking extended breaks between runs due to shin pain, I am due to go

for a gait analysis next

month, but I suspect as I get further into the program the pain may disappear. Definitely well pleased with what I have achieved so far and looking forward to the 20 min run on Thursday...

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well done Gary :) you are doing great , keep at it :)

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NorthernspiritGraduate

Well done! I have found the shin pain disappears but I keep on with ice paks after a run just in case. Good luck and keep going :)

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hilbeanGraduate

Well done! It really does pay off to rest when it hurts and hope the gait analysis helps too. Good luck with the rest of week 5. Happy running :)

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ju-ju-Graduate

well done...and good luck for the dreaded week 5 run 3....but take care of those shins :)

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