Yes, I actually did it 
I ran for 20 mins I was soooo worried about it last night, but I just did what Laura said, ran slow, did good breathing. Wow. It started hard, but before I knew it she was saying five mins and half way. It feels fantastic, as if being a real runner is now do able. I just kept on thinking, too, how nice it would be to post how I'd done it on these boards. Thanks everyone!
Week 5 run 3: Yes, I actually did it :D I ran... - Couch to 5K
Week 5 run 3
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Well done! That is a real achievement and shows what you can do! Isn't it an amazing feeling?
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Thanks Hilary. I never would have believed it. I'm addicted!
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That happened to me too! And from struggling with running for a minute and begging Laura to let me stop I caught myself thinking yesterday "only ten minutes to go- that's ok"
Well done. That 20 minute run is a real turning point mentally isn't it? At least it was for me. I'm sure you're going to be grinning from ear to ear all day ! Enjoy your success 😀👏
brightspiceGraduate
The 20 minute run is an important milestone - well done you! Enjoy the feeling and make sure you have a day's rest before your next run.
lightweightkateGraduate
Well done - it is a great feeling and you did it 
Congrats!
runswithdogsGraduate
Well done. That's the second hardest run of the program in my opinion, after W1R1. Graduation is in sight.
McFittyGraduate
So well done! That is definitely the two biggest mental challenges done and dusted. Just slow and steady now, another few weeks and you'll be on that podium
melly4012Graduate
Well done! W5R3 is a great achievement!! No stopping you now!!
Woo hoo! Thanks guys.
BeeladyGraduate
Great reading this! My W5R3 on Saturday and R2 tomorrow. I'm already worrying but trying to stay positive...good motivation to read others doing it. Thanks and WELL DONE!
poppypugGraduate
Oh I mustve missed this , sorry
Just wanted to say a Massive Well done to you ! This is such a huge milestone in the programme and you should be so proud of yourself !
Onwards ! xxx
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