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Braved my first Park Run

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I decided today was the day for my first park run. I was a bit nervous on arriving but was soon made to feel welcome.

I got a 5k PB which I'm so pleased with but still a lot of room for improvement. Despiye it taking me 48 minutes there were still plenty of people cheering me over the finish line.

All in all, I'm very glad I braved it.

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there you go , well done Leanne :) the 1st of many I hope

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Well done & so glad you found it welcoming & supportive, a great first experience. And a PB to boot, go you!! X

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Steve_LGraduate

Well done. Parkrun is a fantastic thing, and it can now be part of your life!

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susie_bourneGraduate

Fantastic, well done. I did my first park run last week, and felt exactly like you. Once it was done, I felt amazing. Well done for going for it !!

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Well done Leanne, hopefully it is the first of many parkruns ! x

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JoolieB1Graduate

Brilliant achievement, I remember being so nervous about my first parkrun, I had nightmares! One that I turned up in flip flops LOL! Great atmosphere and people who love to encourage runners of all abilities. That is a respectable time too, nice and steady, wise for ur first public run. Keep us informed of your adventures!

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Well done! They all sound so supportive...hope to try my first one soon..😀

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goonkeepgoingGraduate

Well done. ☺

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