NEARLY gave up!

[godzed]

Just completed W8R3 and feel completely wiped out. On a visit to my sister I foolishly invited her to join me for a 'run'. She hasn't run for over a year but is 4 years younger, 4 times fitter & probably 4 stone lighter than me 😟. I made it clear that hills were out & she assured me it was flat 'nearly all the way' Ha! It was a Beautiful evening and we made our way through the park surrounding Newton House, cows munching, fields of golden hay, a light breeze, blue sky. Did I notice any of this? Did I heck. Too busy puffing, panting and doing ridiculous 'baby step running' up the numerous hills (she calls them inclines!) She was supportive & encouraging & kept on about how wonderful it was to be able to run - I could only grunt & puff in response. She wants to do it again tomorrow. Fat chance. I'll be going home, sticking my headphones on & 'running' to music & the dulcet tones of Sarah Millican on lovely, lovely flat roads for my final week of C25K. Wish me luck!

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Good luck!

I can't run with any of my friends as they are all quite experienced and as for 'inclines' - the slightest hint of a slope sends me into a panic.

Benefits of living by the sea - it's very flat!

[godzed in reply to Hidden]

Thank you! I think I'll stick to running on my own - so can huff & puff along slowly without worrying about anyone else. I ❤️ flat roads!

[Wizziewood in reply to Hidden]

Ditto ... totally with you on that.

It's hard enough breathing I couldn't possibly chat!

Happy running!

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Keep going, stick with Sarah and follow your own rhythm, that's what makes it work out... best of luck next time

[godzed in reply to Hidden]

Thank you!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Well done and bonus points too! Younger sisters, inclines and a new route!

Slow and steady is the way...! Try some strength and flex today, and then when you head home... you will be ready for your final week!!! ( On the flat!)

[godzed in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks Oldfloss - good advice which I will take. Have a horrible feeling she's expecting us to go on a bike ride today!😏

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to godzed]

That might be okay and will keep the legs feeling supple