My journey started on 6th March on a treadmill at the gym where like many I struggled to run for 1 minute and couldn't see how I would get to Week 2 let alone the end. Around Week 5, after reading so many positive posts I transitioned outside leaving the treadmill behind. It was tough - I found it much harder - so much to consider even simple things like tying hair back so I could see - there was weather, dogs, cars, hills (well slopes really π). But I persevered, going back a couple of weeks and repeating until I was comfortable. Today I did it week 9 run 3 and wanted to share particularly with those who are just starting you can do this - believe and stick with it - I am fitter, feel better and really wish i hadn't left it until I was 51 to try this. I love being outside on my early run - I call to the chickens, talk to the rabbits (not sure they listen). I love the weather and am even learning to love 'hills' All of this is thanks to the program and all of the inspirational posts here. Thank you xxx
Thank you. Week 9 run 3 done: My journey started... - Couch to 5K
Thank you. Week 9 run 3 done
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Fabulous! πyou have done it!! ππ
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Congratulations graduate! Sounds like you are having a great time ππΌ
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I feel the same way and at 2 yrs your senior am starting to realise what I've been missing. I feel so inspired by people's stories and I can't wait to reach Week 9 next month!
Well done π
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Fantastic. Well done and congratulations.
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Great post and Congratulations on Graduating Michlouπππππ
Happy running...
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Well done on completing the programme. I am on week 4 just done the first run this morning. I am 54 and never run in my life and was worried that I was too old but I absolutely love it.
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Congratulations - you have really achieved something - and like many of us you may find this is just the beginning of an exciting adventure π Well done.
Well done π congratulations
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Fantastic, a great achievement... you must be feeling so proud π¦
Well done! Enjoy that feeling of euphoria !
And yes .. I chatted ( well through puffed breath) to hens rabbits birds sheep and so on during couch to 5k. In one run I remember a group of young bullocks ran along me in their field parallel to the road. I decided they were encouraging me but was grateful for the feNce between us..
Welcome to the graduate gang. The badge suits you!
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Congratulations πππββοΈπββοΈ
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Another one in to the graduate fold! You hang on to that fabulous feeling, it's SO well deserved!
Massive ππCONGRATULATIONSππ Michlou65
Can we party on a Sunday morning? Yes we can!
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Very well done. Enjoy your graduation. π»π»
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Congrats! I aim to graduate next week and also am a member of the 50 plus gang. Celebrate in style ππΈ
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Congratulations πππ You are now officially a "runner"! Well done π
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Congratulations for your perseverance.
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Well done & inspirational ty. (and the rabbits are listening)
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Congratulations and well done!!
Very well done Michlou65
An amazing achievement and the start of lots of new adventures I'm sure
Enjoy the party
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What a fantastic post! Congratulations
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Congratulations! πββοΈππππ
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The McGurran's en masse are on their feet giving you a round of applause!!!!! Very well done. I remember struggling badly on week 1 but am now approaching 2 years since my first Parkrun, have completed several 10k runs and a half marathon and have signed up for my first marathon! All that from having to pause the app because I couldn't run for a full minute! Heartiest congratulations!
Fantastic positive post! Well done! What's next for you?
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Thank you x. Park runs then starting towards 10k is my aim. Good luck with marathon π
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Fantastic inspiration for one who is 3 weeks behind you. Well done you ππππ