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I've just done W2R3, and found it still really quite hard. I can't imagine running for 3 minutes at a time - I find 90 seconds hard enough!

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JoolezGraduate

You can do this. We've all been there and felt the same thing. You'll be surprised how ready you are physically at each jump. Just take it slow and steady.

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AnneDroidGraduate

Don't panic. It's doable. :)

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CarolinemcdGraduate

Keep slow and steady and you will be ready for the next week but there is no harm in repeating a week or doing an extra day of any week if you need it. This isn't a competition it's a goal to reach. Good luck

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NetShee in reply to Carolinemcd

Thank you - I think I will do another W2 day on Friday - which makes me more organised week-wise i.e. Will do W3R1 next Monday, and other W2 day might help me be more prepared for W3

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WhatsappGraduate

You are prepared. You just don't know it yet. W3 to me, although more of a challenge, the runs flew by because there was less intervals involved. By the time you get through your first 3min run you will be halfway through.

You can do it!!

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NetShee in reply to Whatsapp

Thank you! - I love all the encouragement on this site!!! - I REALLY do x

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WhatsappGraduate in reply to NetShee

And when you do finish that first W3 run post about it on here so others can see just how good it feels!

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loulou80

You can do this! I've just done w8r1 and felt exactly the same coming into week 3. As the runs get longer you'll be amazed at your progress. Go for it

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s23smr

I completed W2R2 yesterday and felt was the hardest yet.

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