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I am a runner πŸ€— Well I am now. Only on day two but I did it! So so proud of myself. I joined a gym but find it incredibly boring. I am a very active person and I'm at my target weight thanks to weight watchers. I do yoga but really wanted to get fitter and more toned. Glad I found this link!

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pollyp1Graduate

You are indeed! Stay proud 😁

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Leeby68β€’ in reply topollyp1

Thanks Polly. I felt rubbish before starting my second day. I cried with joy when I had finished. Thanks for your encouraging words πŸ˜ƒ

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poppypugGraduate

Welcome aboard !

This programme is truly life changing, prepare to be amazed ! :-)

Well done for taking up the challenge and looking forward to reading of your progression.

Good Luck and enjoy it ! :-)

Oh and anything youre not sure about, please don't worry about asking anything. This place is full of lots of lovely supportive people of all ages and abilities, and we all started exactly where you are now :-) xxx

Welcome to the best running club ever. This program is amazing, yes you may have good days & not so good days but believe me it's worth it. Just listen to young Laura and remember the C25k mantra 'take it slowly &if need be slower still' but most of all enjoy and be very proud of yourself. Please keep us posted on your progress.

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MollydexGraduate

Welcome to running :-)

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Leeby68β€’ in reply toMollydex

Thank you πŸ€—

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Vanessa291Graduate

Well done, feels amazing that first time you finish eh.

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Leeby68β€’ in reply toVanessa291

It really did! I was so proud of myself. Thank you. What a wonderful support group πŸ˜€

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melly4012Graduate

Yes you are!! The programme is amazing, go slow, listen to Laura and you'll be a C25K graduate before you know it!

This forum is full of advice, encouragement and inspiration so do post after you runs or if you're in need of advice and the amazing running folk here will be with you!

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Leeby68β€’ in reply tomelly4012

Thank you. I will do as I need all the support I can 😁

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SlinkyminkyGraduate

Welcome to the club Leeby

The program is brilliant and this forum is the best; full of wonderful people to encourage and support you along the way X

Good Luck and keep posting πŸ‘

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Hi and welcome to one of the best things ever... post your progress and you will as our amazing poppypug says, get support, encouragement, advice and a gentle shove if necessary!!! :)

Slow and steady and listen to Laura! You will be truly amazed at your progress! :)

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