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Another one for Bazza

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Hi everyone.

Here's my run from this morning. I'm training for my first 10k in May. I've managed two 9k runs but fell a bit short today - have got a bit of a chesty cough (feeling worse now! :-( ). Never mind, I'm doing alright.

So it's nearly a year since I started C25k. Prior to that I was a bit chubby, drank a bit much and my only exercise was walking (which is good bit running it aint!).

I had a bit of a health scare on top of already having a pacemaker (since the age of 11). So thought I really should take some action to become fitter and healthier.

I'm just a completely normal person with no previous sporting achievements whatsoever. After taking a good look at the programme and reading this forum I decided to go for it. And what a great decision that was - just the best life changing thing ever.

I am in no way a morning bird but nowadays I'm out running before 6am three times a week. I love shopping for lovely running gear. Suddenly it seems that everyone is running! I just love it.

It really is a case of is I can do it then so can you. I'm just an ordinary individual who has found fitness through the simplicity of running.

10k will be my max. I have no desire at all to do any more than that. And I think that's fine. I'm happy with that and my family are proud that I am looking quite trim :-)

So newbies, stick with the programme. There's a great bunch here, really supportive and fun too.

Happy running everyone. And I'm looking forward to reading more tales and finding out how two of our superstars did today.

:-) xx

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old_git profile image
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Well done PinkAngel,

lovely post and inspiring story. Hope the cough goes soon so you can reach that magic 10K!

take care :-)

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pinkangel16Graduate in reply to old_git

Thanks OG.

Just off to get some linctus..

:-) xx

Well done pink angel, you are an inspiration to all new runners. Keep it up

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Thanks webo.

Just read your post - we've all had runs like that - it just happens sometimes.. part of the journey and all that.

But you got yourself back on it and did well, so good for you!

I reckon you'll nail the programme and go on to enjoy running as part of your life. It's just great - open the back door and you're off.. :-) xx

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Well done. Youve done so well. 10 k will be my max too I think! Nothing wrong with that at all. Think back to weék 1!

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pinkangel16Graduate in reply to Toonlou24

That's right.

And how hard were those first one minute runs??!!

Who'd have thought.. :-)

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Well done Pink ! Fab stuff and at a pace I could only dream of , you are doing great ! :-) xxx

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pinkangel16Graduate in reply to poppypug

Thanks Poppy.

I'm pretty chuffed too :-) xx

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You are AMAZING! Well done taking this plan by the short and curlies and giving it what for! PLUS you're doing a 10K soon so good luck for that run. You will easily do it. I have the faith.....

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pinkangel16Graduate in reply to danzargo

Cheers Dan :-)

I'm confident I'll manage the 10k, ideally a couple of weeks before. If not then on the day it will be then :-)

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Blimey you did well doing that with a chesty cough! You've had a year of great achievements pinkangel and you should be proud. Your post is so positive and you've clearly got the bug!

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pinkangel16Graduate in reply to Irishprincess

Thanks IP - It has been a great year :-).

Shame the cough bug has decided to join the running one! But I'll soon kick that into touch.

:-) xx

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Well done pinky. Hope you feel better soon.

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pinkangel16Graduate in reply to Dunder2004

Ah thanks Dunder.

Just back from the chemist with some yummy linctus.. :-)

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hilbeanGraduate

That's a lovely post and really encouraging :) Hope your cough is better soon x

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pinkangel16Graduate in reply to hilbean

Thanks Hilbean.. on the Covonia now! Also got some cod liver oil tablets to help the joints.. can't be too careful at my age!

:-) xx

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AncientMumGraduate in reply to pinkangel16

Mmmmmmm Covonia - kill or cure :)

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hilbeanGraduate in reply to pinkangel16

Hope it does the trick. I might have to do the same with the cod liver oil too, especially after today's run!

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Well done Pink, that 10k is within your grasp. Look after that chesty cough, Sweetie. We don't want you joining the IC Crew :)

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pinkangel16Graduate in reply to AncientMum

Thanks AM. Will take it steady now for a few days, have a good rest :-) xx

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Pigivi

Lovely post Pink!

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pinkangel16Graduate in reply to Pigivi

Ah thanks pigivi :-) x

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OH ! - you will "only " do 10K??? Do you realise what you have just said?? :) And anyway - we have all heard that before. :)

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pinkangel16Graduate in reply to Bazza1234

Yeah, I see what you mean.. it's definitely not just "only" is it. But I am certain this will be my max.. well may be the odd additional k or so.. maybe.. :-)

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