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Two weeks done

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Age 64, overweight (16.5 stone), type 2 diabetes, raised blood pressure and never ever run before. I've done weeks one and two and actually quite looking forward to week three. Aching back and hips, sore thighs and burning heels but I'm doing it πŸ˜€

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Kmh1970

Well done! Hats off to you!! πŸ‘πŸ‘

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Jewel84Graduate

Yes you are. Well done you. Keep at it,you'll be amazed what you can do πŸ’ͺπŸΌπŸŒŸπŸƒπŸ»

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CookieMGraduate

Well done you!! Keep going :)

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LupinsmumGraduate

Gently does it and it's amazing what you can achieve....nice one! πŸ˜€

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Carolyn55

Well done. I love your positive attitude

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sarah469Graduate

Good for you! So much respect. Go for it and keep us updated on your progress!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Yeay! Go you!

The body does grumble at first.... well, it would, wouldn't it? But.... with every run you get stronger...take it slow, take it steady... make sure your meds are all spot on and enjoy.

We are here to help and support....so, keep posting please? :)

You've started so you will finish I am sure. Week 3 felt like a great achievement to me and many others. You're almost a third of the way there. Well done for kicking the couch and joining the best runners club in the world. Looking forward to seeing your next post, hopefully without burning heels Oldfloss always says to kiss the ground with your feet to keep lightness in your step. Practice that kissing and you'll be skipping to Week 4 and beyond

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Polly2810Graduate

Good for you!!

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runner56Graduate

Brilliant!!!! Keep up the good work

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rolysmateGraduate

Well done, determination required and it sounds like you've got plenty.

As others have said nice and steady is the way, snail pace minus 1 and just keep putting one foot in front of the other

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Maddee_6333Graduate

Really well doneπŸŽ–And don't forget to stretch πŸ™‚

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J9_54Graduate

Good on you. Keep going 😊

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Sillyyak13Graduate

You're my hero. Well done.

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Thanks for all the words of encouragement πŸ‘

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