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I really really cannot believe it...

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Well, well, well....

Aaaaaarrrrrgh!!! Aaaaarrrrgh!!! Aaaarrrgh!!!!

So...after dropping the kids off this morning I pulled back into the drive & sat in the car...it was absolutely chucking it down so my planned graduate run was going to have to be later when the rain had bated a bit (humph)....I do love running in the rain but there’s a limit!! And after my soaking by the canal a few runs ago I didn’t want it to be too hard..I didn’t want to go in the house either otherwise I’d have started a job & my run opportunity would’ve disappeared up the pipe of the vac...so, having bought a tagine yesterday I started searching for recipes online...after a few minutes the noise of the rain on the windscreen got lighter so I jumped out of the car, put the keys through the letter box & set off on my warm up walk, Mr Smooth sounded really promising today & assured me that I was going to achieve my goal...”yes I am Mr Smooth, you just watch!!”...

Time to run, those 5 mins fly by...

I lifted my head, put my shoulders back & set off...my usual rhythm at the end of my legs...feet kissing the pavement lightly..passed the greasy spoon, the smell of bacon & eggs disappearing up my nose...I could feel the people in there looking at me as if I were mad, running in the rain...up to MacDonalds...people sat in their cars waiting for their drive thru egg McMuffins....up to the car wash, nobody out this morning to give me a wave..those toxic 10 mins didn’t seem to be in my head this morning...I wasn’t thinking about my time, pace, distance...I was looking around me, at the trees turning, the beautiful colours of the leaves on the floor...I didn’t have to play the number plate game...or give people names as I jogged passed them...my legs just kept on going..on their own!! No prompting from me to keep going...

Back down the main road....the rain much heavier now, people in their cars glancing with a ‘really???’ look on the faces!!....just me & Mr Smooth...eventually, with 10 minutes to go I turned the corner towards the ford & over the bridge..through the car park of puddles & I entered the park where this whole journey began...as I ran down the path I thought of the early weeks when I could barely run for 60 secs but then, before I knew it I could run for 3 minutes, then 8 mins, then eventually, I conquered the dreaded 20 mins of week 5...Week 6 cemented that I was indeed a runner...admittedly it took quite a bit of persuasion from everyone but I was...Week 7 just flew by...& I started to squeeze the odd park run in here & there...week 8 I felt like a bit of a fraud because it didn’t seem to be getting any easier but yet I was so far into the programme & calling myself a runner....but Week 9, well, every run has been so much easier...

It’s a good job it was raining as Mr Smooth announced that time was up, tears ran down my face disguised as raindrops...I jumped up & punched the air..

I started my warm down walk & looked around the park thinking of all the Kms & stamina I’d built up over the last couple of months & how my life has changed right here....All the advice I’d been given...the trees I’d named, the dogs I’d named...the Oldfloss bush...this is where it all began.

So to all of you...who have been there for me when I’ve had my moments & there have been many, I want to say thankyou from the bottom of my heart...I couldn’t have done this without you all, the advice, encouragement, kicks up the butt, hugs, everything...I take it all with me, it’s part of my running kit...I’ll never forget it

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unlikelyrunnerGraduate

yyyeeeaaayyyy!!!!!! Congratulations MummyCav - you totally did it!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to unlikelyrunner

I flipping did!!!!! woo hoo!!!!!

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unlikelyrunnerGraduate in reply to Mummycav

I've been looking forward to this post :)

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to unlikelyrunner

Really??!! It’s a bit long winded!! 🤔

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unlikelyrunnerGraduate in reply to Mummycav

That's just your inner critical voice talking - it's perfect, and a fitting end to a fantastic story. Only the beginning of your running career though. Before you know it we'll be reading about 10K's, half-marathons, marathons, iron (wo)men etc :-D

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to unlikelyrunner

🤔 who knows...the possibilities are endless!! 💪🏻🏃🏼‍♀️

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Cellista in reply to Mummycav

Thank you for your post. I'm new to this site and found it really moving - and congratulations on reaching your goal!

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Debbie698

That’s absolutely brilliant! Well done girl!!!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Debbie698

thanks Debbie....sorry for the long post!!!!!

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Debbie698 in reply to Mummycav

I am so looking forward to joining you on the podium- I start W7 in the next couple of days!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Debbie698

I really enjoyed week 7....You'll be on that podium with me before you know it!! ;-)))

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Frostycat2Graduate

Wwwwhhhhhooooo congratulations sending you the biggest virtual hug ever and will raise a cheeky little glass of fizz to you later🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Frostycat2

Thank you Frostycat.....Hug well and truly received....When I've had my shower I am going to go & buy some fizz myself....Yipeeeeeee!!!!

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Frostycat2Graduate in reply to Mummycav

Good for you !!!!!! We will raise a glass together later ❤️❤️

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Frostycat2

We will xx

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Mummycav

There will be a few of us doing that then.. mine is in the fridge already!

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Wannabefit19Graduate in reply to Mummycav

I will join in that one my lovely running friends 🥂🥂

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ejvcrunsGraduate

Come here, get a big hug and kiss, let me pin the medal on myself!!! Well done you!!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to ejvcruns

A..I’m so emotional!!! X

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ejvcrunsGraduate in reply to Mummycav

It's a pretty awesome feeling!!! Who knew we could do it? Not I ...

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to ejvcruns

No way, I did not think it was humanly possible!!! I’m a bit envious of people just starting the programme...they’ve got a fantastic journey ahead x

Yay! Flippin' brilliant :-) you are truly amazing! Very proud of you, and your journey is inspirational. Don't forget about us lot though :P

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Thank you Neil...inspirational isn’t a word I personally would associate with myself but I’ll take it today...today is a special day!!! 😉

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Mummycav

And I won’t be going anywhere...like I said on a post the other day...I’m on here more than I’m in Sainsbury’s and that’s sayin summet!!!

in reply to Mummycav

Lol! Just imagining you speeding round Sainsbury's in your running gear, getting slightly puzzled looks :P

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Ha ha!! Supermarket sweep!!

Great post - well done MummyCav

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Thank you Scott...a bit long winded but couldn’t find a way of condensing it!!!!!! 😂😂

in reply to Mummycav

I loved it - tells the whole story, something which i imagine a lot of people forget, how far you have come! Well done!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Every time I look out of my window at the park I’m reminded of my journey

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ziggyarbonGraduate

Brilliant. Well done. Time goes by so quickly after finishing the programme. I’ve done three park runs including graduation run and have missed running this week due to having horrible cough and cold. But I’m planning to get out there tonight and enjoy. Even better, three of my friends have been inspired by me doing this and have already completed up to week 2 run 2. Never thought of myself as the running type but oh so good for mental and physical health. Carry on loving it

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to ziggyarbon

Sounds like you’ve doing amazing...it’s a great feeling & a personal surprise!!! Loved it all!! Enjoy your run tonight

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Pilks47

Amazing - well done!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Pilks47

Thank you

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KimterryGraduate

Fantastic! Well done to you. Keep on running 🏃🏽‍♀️🏅👍

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Kimterry

There’s no stopping me!! 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️

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Sadie-runsGraduate

Yay! Well done beautiful graduate! Such a lovely read, I felt I was right there with you on every step! Congratulations. And, thank you for all the support you have shown me through my first five weeks. You. Are. FABULOUS! 👏👏👏

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Sadie-runs

Woo hoo!!! I felt everyone was there with me...it was a fabulous feeling..I’m still beaming!!! I will be all day!!! You’re doing brilliantly x

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shepsGraduate

Well done, cav. I remember your early posts and how you were convinced that you couldn't - you have proved that cavcan. So proud of you.

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to sheps

Thanks sheps..I didn’t think it was possible but who am I to judge??!!! Cav definitely can!!

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shepsGraduate in reply to Mummycav

Yup, This CavCan. When I finally cracked the mental thing, it made me feel that I could do anything. So, go you. You can do anything now.

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GillmaGraduate

Running kit! Lovely - you did win, mummycav!!!

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lardofaleGraduate

Whoop whoop whoop!! Fan'bleeping'tastic! Well done mam, what a journey you've made from the doubts to the shouts. Love the punching the air celebration, big cyber high fives and hugs.

Oh and welcome to the land of the GRADUATES!!!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to lardofale

Hee hee...can’t quite believe it!! I’m so proud to stand up there with my running family!!

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MimirossiGraduate

Hooray Mummycav ! I have been looking out for this post! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️Absolutely thrilled for you! Thank you for sharing your journey and its ups and downs with us! It has been great keeping company with you along the way. Celebrate today! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Mimirossi

Thank you Mimirossi...it’s lovely that everyone is as pleased as me!!! Hope you’ve enjoyed my posts!! And thank you for sticking with me!!! 😘 x

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WhatsappGraduate

Woohoo, well done!!

Welcome to the Graduates club, grab your badge and take a bow.

Now you can start planning the rest your running career. Take a few runs, just because you can, then the world of running is your oyster. So many great opportunities ahead for you to explore

Keep us updated, post graduation

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Whatsapp

Thank you whatsapp...I won’t disappear...think I’m addicted to this forum as much as I’m addicted to running!!!

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WhatsappGraduate in reply to Mummycav

That's true. I wonder what the plan would be like without the forum, and whether I would have taken to running without it!

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BluebirdrunnerGraduate

Whoop whoop😄😄😄....🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

Huge Congratulations MummyCav a Graduation run to be proud of...in the rain, with automatic legs and the temptation of bacon buttys and egg Mcmuffins.

Absolutely delighted for you Mrs. 💪✋👏👏👏👏👏👏Well done.

Your badge is ready I'm sure. Step up and wear it with pride. Graduate.😊xxx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Bluebirdrunner

There’s the double whoop I was waiting for!!!! Thank you sooooo very much for all the encouragement and advice you’ve given me & for willing me on...wouldn’t have stuck at it without that...you’ve had a MASSIVE part in changing my life xxx

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BluebirdrunnerGraduate in reply to Mummycav

Ah, you were always going to make it Mummycav, you are made of strong stuff and an absolute Star 🌟

I have loved following your journey and reading your funny and endearing posts and I'm sure you have helped many others through theirs....

Keep on running and posting...

Happy Dance now and enjoy your celebrations🍷🍰🌹🎈🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊xxx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Bluebirdrunner

Oh, I will JNR...I will be raising a glass to you for all your help x

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Martin_RoseGraduate

Mummycav, what a joy this has been, to have followed each other through this amazing journey, your brilliant detailed, funny heart warming posts have made it such a joy. Very very very well done for graduating and thank you for sharing this with us. I hope you are going to stick around for a long time. XxX

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Martin_Rose

Awh thanks Martin...thankyou for all the support & encouragement you’ve given me too...I will be on here like a tramp on chips 😉

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Martin_RoseGraduate in reply to Mummycav

Good to hear that mate.

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DuddlesGraduate

Well done! I first noticed your post a two or three weeks ago when you said you were struggling on the same runs as me, and now you have left me way behind. Brilliant - and some nice writing too. I am just about to start Week 9 - had to go to England recently for a funeral, without trainers, so you have raced away to the finish. Keep on inspiring others...

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Duddles

Thanks Duddles...not the best reason for coming over here, if you’d have been near me though you could’ve borrowed a pair of mine!!! Lol...you’ll enjoy week 9, I know I have 😉 happy running

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DuddlesGraduate in reply to Mummycav

I had no idea you had Size 12 feet!

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BlitzyGraduate

What an amazing, inspirational post (thank you so much) and many congratulations on a fantastic achievement 🎉🍾👍🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Blitzy

Thank you so much...I’ll be looking out for you & your journey...happy running

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IndigogirlGraduate

Hip Hip Hooray! Great job, very well done Mummycav! It's been fab reading your posts, spurring me on, a couple of weeks behind you. Make sure Sainsbury's doesn't swallow you up again! 😂

Enjoy your new running life, go girl!

👏👏👏🏆🏆🏆

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AnneDroidGraduate

Brilliantissimo. :) With bells on.

What a lovely happy feel-good graduation post. And no one can ever take this away from you.

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to AnneDroid

It will stay with me forever

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GlossyGraduate

Yay!!!!! Congratulations. What a great post. You are an inspiration x

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Glossy

Awh, Glossy, what a lovely thing to say...I just hope that some of my posts have made a difference to at least one person x

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GlossyGraduate in reply to Mummycav

Absolutely!!

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Charlottefc87Graduate

Yessssss! Fan-blimin-tastic Mummycav !!! So happy for you, enjoy that tagine with a glass or two of something! Nice one runner 😀

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Charlottefc87

Thanks Charlotte...I’m over the moon!! It’s a great feeling!! 💪🏻🏃🏼‍♀️

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Rockette

Congratulations you did it ! Well done on what sounds like a great graduation run

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Rockette

It truly was! I kind of knew where I’d be when Mr Smooth told time was up so I had the happiest of grins and cheeks with tears!!

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ickleguiGraduate

Literally can't like this enough! What a super start to the weekend - nay, to the rest of your running life. Well done, you have thoroughly deserved this, not just for the running but for your inspirational posts and support for other people.

xx 👏🏽👏🏽🏆🏃‍♀️

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LeeUGraduate

Mummycav your post above is brilliant, that along with the fact that you have graduated is amazing. You posts have helped me along in the 8 weeks I've been doing this, very inspirational.

Well done, don't forget you Graduation badge!

Congratulations...its people like you who inspire people like me 😊 xx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to

❤️❤️❤️❤️ keep at it Claire...I’m living proof it can be done!!

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GingerBohemianGraduate

Woo hoooooooo!

Get you up on the podium!

Congratulations and fizz is indeed the drink of the evening!

And whilst drinking that fizz, sit down and go back and read your posts from day 1.

Then you REALLY get to see how far you have come.

Congrats again !

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Millsie-JGraduate

Congratulations graduate 🏅🎓🏃🏻‍♀️

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Millsie-J

Thanks Jacs 😊

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Polly2810Graduate

Whoopee!!!!! Well done!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😜😜😜🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

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Steve1011Graduate

Congratulations you have done it, we'll done 😁😁😁

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sjs1969Graduate

So thrilled for you - take a bow! You've been an inspiration to many of us 😊 Carry on enjoying your running journey!

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Ajs07Graduate

Wow well done, it is hearing about your running journey that makes me feel even more motivated to get to the end , congratulations

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Ajs07

Fantastic...if you keep at it, you will succeed...persistence pays 💪🏻

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Mitzie71Graduate

Yay! Congratulations and very well done. Be proud. 👍🍾🍾🍾🍾

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Mitzie71

Thank you Mitzie 🏃🏼‍♀️

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Irish-JohnGraduate

ABSOLUTELY DELIGHTED FOR YOU! ☺☺☺☺☺☺

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Irish-John

Thanks Irish-John...this feeling is going to take some beating!!! 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Mummycav

10K is not bad:) But this first stopping point on the running journey is so, so precious!

Really well done. You are now a graduate and 10k is just around the corner👍 👏🙃

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to

I hope to do 10k one day...thanks Helen

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SC1472Graduate

Oh well done, and well deserved Mummycav - you are a runner!! I'll bet you are still on that runners high!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to SC1472

I am!!! Especially when I read all these lovely responses from my running family...I feel truly blessed 😊 thank you

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JeaniGraduate

Super job Mummycav ! Well done!!

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JeaniGraduate

P.S. Where's your badge?? Go get it!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Jeani

I’m not sure how!!!

Jeani profile image
JeaniGraduate in reply to Mummycav

Go onto your newsfeed, scroll down to September Graduation Badges - just message to say you have graduated :)

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Jeani

Thank you Jeani 😉

Blooming brilliant - we all knew you would do it and in style... congratulations graduate.

Dont forget your badge

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Thank you JCR...and thankyou for the MASSIVE part you’ve played in changing my life!! X

in reply to Mummycav

Not at all loads of people helped me - this is running karma, you've helped others too. It makes us a better community when we all help each other.

But you've made me smile, laugh, cry, groan and scream (but just that one time - honest!)

Such a well deserved medal and I do think your mum would be smiling and cheering

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to

I heard that scream in Yorkshire!!! My Mum would be thanking you as well as me xx

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Okay... this has reduced me to tears ...of joy! :)

What a journey... what a post, what a Graduation run, and what a RUNNER!!!!

What an absolutely incredible path you have run so far... it has been inspirational...You have taken advice on board, discovered so much about running, so much about yourself, and yet always, always found time to support and encourage other forum family members.

I have watched your progress over the weeks, sometimes laughing with you, sometimes despairing with you and sometimes crying with you... and it has been a privilege to be a part of your journey.. so far.

Well done GRADUATE.... bask in the well deserved glory, as you wear that badge with pride...the bubbly is chilled, my party frock is ready and we shall all be there helping you celebrate :)

I am sending you a massive squdge! Well done !

Floss x

PS

It goes on... and guess what.. we are still here with you :) x

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Awh...what you’ve said means so much to me...I couldn’t have done this without all my running family beside me...certain ones who have been there right from the start but you, you are top of that list...you have encouraged, supported & advised me every step of the way, there isn’t a post you have commented on...there’s a different person living in my house now...still a devoted Wife & Mummy but a fitter, healthier & stronger one...both physically & emotionally...my Mum would thank you too if she could...I will be eternally grateful for the part you’ve played in changing my life xxxxx xxxxx I will raise my glass to you tonight Oldfloss...you should be recognised as a national treasure xxxx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Mummycav

P.s...I’m filling up again!!! 😩 xxx

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Wizziewood

Well done Mummycav! Brilliant!

I've followed your journey and now you've done it!

Keep smiling, keep posting and keep running. Good luck with your future runs Graduate!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Wizziewood

Thank you Wizziewood...your presence has been felt x

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linda9389Graduate

Whoop! whoop! fantastic job. Well done you.

Congratulations :)

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to linda9389

Thankyou Linda x

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J9_54Graduate

Ah I am so pleased for you well done. Congratulations. Hope to join you soon. Ehugs on their way xx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to J9_54

Thank you so much...won’t be long for you xx

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Kimchoc08Graduate

Oh, I've been waiting to see this post appear!! Many, many congratulations to you. I am now sending you virtual love and hugs in recognition of your fantastic achievement!!

Well done and thank you for your words of inspiration over the last few months.

Now go grab that graduate badge as you've more than earned it 🌟🏆🥇🥂

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IgaTGraduate

Yupii! Congratulations! Your run sounds like with touch of running gods. You are one amazing runner!

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IgaTGraduate in reply to IgaT

I'm waving pom-poms from my holidays! Raising a glass of Madeira's wine!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to IgaT

Ha ha...there has definitely been miracles happening!! I told you I like pom poms!!! I can see them!! And I will join you in a virtual glass of Madeira’s wine....clink 😉 xx

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IgaTGraduate in reply to Mummycav

Imagine better show than cheerleaders during NBA, as I have pom-poms and glass of wine at the same time! Screaming with admiration louder than Biber's fans. Today is YOIR day!!!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to IgaT

Yeeeehaaaaa!!!

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TJMazzGraduate

Fantastic. Congratulations 🎉👍🙌🏻 So pleased for you. Must be an amazing feeling. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to TJMazz

It is...I feel overwhelmed too at all these lovely messages 😊

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reluctantrunner76Graduate

Awesome, well done on graduating :)!!!

Congratulations well done!!!! 🏆🏆🏆🏆🎉🎉🎉🎉🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️ happy running!!

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CookieMGraduate

Woohoo!!! Congratulations!!! 😁👩‍🎓🏃‍♀️🏅🎉

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Wannabefit19Graduate

Wow wow wow fantastic -- so happy for you - it brought tears to my eyes reading it as know how much this means to you .... sounds like a great graduation run .

Treats tonight for such a mega achievement my friend . 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️👏👏👏🎉🎉🎉 🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂🥂

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Razouski

Well done you. And a lovely post. I'm raising a glass in your honour.

This is just the beginning... enjoy.

Happy running. 🤓

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FishypiefaceGraduate

What a lovely read, felt like we were there with you every step of there way! Your lovely personality over flows into your writing and it's just a joy to read! Very many congratulations you runner you! You've just done a super amazing thing. Well done!! xx :) :) :)

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Fishypieface

Aw, thank you Fishy...you’re very kind....everyone’s very kind..so kind it’s overwhelming

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Downtwo

You deserve a jolly good weekend. Well done. xx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Downtwo

Thank you Downtwo...can’t wait to crack open the fizz!!! 🥂🍾

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BeccaMM

Congratulation . . So happy for you that you made it :-) . . But pleeease don't leave this forum, I have gained so much from your wonderful posts, I am sure I speak for many xx

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dubnde

You gone and did it. Congratulations.

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to dubnde

I did...unbelievably!!! If I can do it anyone can!!! Week 9 just happened!!

Well done Mummycav, that's amazing news!! I'm so happy for you!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Thank you Minnow...I’m dead chuffed!!! 😉🏃🏼‍♀️

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IannodaTruffeMentor

It has been so entertaining, nerve wracking and rewarding following your journey. Watching those doubts ebb, disappear and now become a dim distant memory is why I am here on this forum, witnessing another life change, literally for good.

Well done Mummycav. Life won't be quite the same ever again..........for any of us.

Keep running, keep smiling.

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to IannodaTruffe

Thank you IannodaTruffe...you are also partly responsible for this life changing event...your wise words..no nonsense explanations...& inspirational posts have been firmly cemented in my brain...you have touched so many peoples lives... & I, for one, will be eternally grateful to you...I’ve read back on my posts & it certainly has been a bumpy journey but I think W5R3 was the one that changed me...weeks 8&9 confirmed that I was a runner, albeit a very new one....it will be something I will do as long as my legs will carry me!! 😉

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Sadiemac

Congratulations 🎊 you amazing woman you!! My W4 R1 today, you give me inspiration that this WILL be me!! xx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Sadiemac

Thankyou Sadie...it definitely will be you in time 😉

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Cornet-CarolynGraduate

Wow what a great post and a fantastic achievement. You are such an inspiration and a winner 🏆🏅🏃🎶

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Cornet-Carolyn

Thank you Carolyn...I never thought I could be an inspiration to anyone...that’s such a lovely thing to say my fellow running, cornet playing friend 😉

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Lottie_CGraduate

Boom! 👏💪👍 Congratulations!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Lottie_C

Thank you Lottie 😉

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DBlou

Great post, and bloody good for you! I hope I will be like you soon, what an inspiration you truly are xxx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to DBlou

Awww, that’s such a nice thing to say..you will get there, nice & steady...inspiration, that words been used a lot today...thank you

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misswobbleGraduate

Well done Cav! Congratulations 👍🏃‍♀️✔️🍾

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to misswobble

Thank you misswobble...👍🏻🏃🏼‍♀️

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RunForestRGraduate

Well done on a fantastic run.....and on climbing up to the top of the Graduate podium. Great running.

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to RunForestR

Thankyou...my legs seemed to be on autopilot!!! There was no stopping them!!! I think I can see everyone from up here!!!!

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MsFickle

Well done so proud of you - you have achieved all you've been working towards 😀🏆🍸🍷🍺🏆

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to MsFickle

Thankyou..you have seen it all unfolding, thankyou for all your encouragement x

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SweatyfacedGraduate

Whoop whoop! So pleased for you, huge congratulations! Xxx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Sweatyfaced

Thankyou...it’s a great feeling...one to be cherished

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Tricky2836

Oh yes you little beauty... well done graduate you have done it through thick and thin you have finally got there... am so pleased for you mate onwards and upwards forever now 🏅🏃

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Tricky2836

Thank you my friend Tricky x

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iain-strachanGraduate

Lovely post. I could visualise it all as I read, and in some ways relive it with you!

Seriously, congratulations. I expect your face muscles will be aching with all the grinning. I know mine were!

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runswithdogsGraduate

Congratulations!!! It's such an emotional run isn't it? Really, really well done. I'm so happy to read this tonight.

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Decker

How did I miss this?? Huge congratulations!!! You worked so hard for this and its so well deserved!! Cheers to you Mummycav 🍷 !!

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reetm

Wow what an absolute beautiful post, congratulations on graduating and sharing all your advise and moments on here. You should open a blog; I mean your writing skills are something else! I had a white wine spritzer for you yesterday so cheers and be proud of how amazing you really are xxx

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Shivani05Graduate

What a beautiful post and a glorious graduation run! Congratulations! 🎉

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NewrunnerlizGraduate

Wow! Well done you, I wonder if I will ever manage it.

Your post was so descriptive, I could smell the bacon and eggs and feel the rain attacking your face but I never felt tired legs or aching muscles, just determination. You deserve your success for sticking with the programme.

I do have one question though?

If you put your keys through the letterbox, how did you get back indoors when you were done?😂😂😂😂😂

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Newrunnerliz

Lol...just the car keys!!!!! 😂

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PaulaHud46Graduate

Congratulations 👏🙌👊

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Salvage

Fantastic well done

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Salvage

Thanks salvage 😉

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NobbywattsGraduate

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! X

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Nobbywatts

Thanks Nobbywatts x

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mzye007Graduate

Great stuff! Enjoy your time on the podium

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to mzye007

Thank you...I’m staying here until I get pushed off by all the next set of graduates!!! 😉

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FenellawnyGraduate

Congratulations!! 2 more weeks for me.

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Fenellawny

Woo hoo!!! Enjoy them...week 9 is an absolute joy!!

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HeleneCorsaGraduate

WOOHOO! I have been looking forward to reading this! CONGRATULATIONS MC on gaining your very well-earned place on the podium - and on a truly fabulous and engaging post.

Enjoy the buzz today and be proud of your fabulous achievement - and no more doubts, you are truly a confirmed runner!

I will definitely raise a glass in your honour this evening (any excuse, hey?!). And please don't even think of leaving us now you've gone on and graduated. You are a huge inspiration to newbies and to those of us who are still working through the programme, and have so much to offer.

Sending you a whopping great big virtual hug. xx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to HeleneCorsa

Thank you so much Helena...it’s been an absolute pleasure watching everyone’s journeys & I will def continue, I want to see how everyone’s doing, after all, we’re a family right??? Your reply made me have a little cry!! I still have the feeling of accomplishment & no doubt that will last all weekend....thankyou for my great big virtual hug, it’s been well & truly accepted...I don’t know how you’ve found the time with your busy life!!! Keep running...as and when you can...I’ll be watching & running along right at your side xxxx

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HeleneCorsaGraduate in reply to Mummycav

Aw, thank you, I know you will...

I hope that your feeling of accomplishment will last far beyond the weekend! When I started out on this it was a sort of holiday pastime, but I am sure that it will end up as a lifelong change (current obstacles aside) as it has been such a revelation to me that I actually love to run - and I know that it is the same for you. In your earliest posts I don't think you really believed you'd be standing proud today, but look where you are! And there will be plenty more achievements, and adventures along the way. :)

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to HeleneCorsa

I know, when I read them i realise I’ve forgotten what a journey it’s been!! But it’s all worth it & hopefully, when people have been struggling and wondering if they should keep going, they might look at some of my posts & know that whatever they’re feeling, I’ve been there too..but if you dig deep & carry on, you can get there..its in all of us, we just need to find it!!

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Mscott1979

Well Done!!!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Mscott1979

Thank you 😊

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Vixen67Graduate

👍🏃🏼‍♀️🐶🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Vixen67

Yey!!! X

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JaneM21Graduate

So pleased. Huge congratulations. 🏅🏅🏅Your post made me quite tearful - in the best way. You've always been there and encouraged me on the way, and you really are an inspiration (- along with a few others - they know who they are, I hope!). I'm about to start week 9, and still don't quite believe that I'm this far! Xx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to JaneM21

Wow...that’s such a lovely thing to say, I’ve been really touched by everyone’s comments!!! You will love Week 9, everything has fallen into place & it just confirms the fact that you can run for 30 mins, you really can & any doubts about it have disappeared...have a lovely last week xx

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KtblondeGraduate

Fantastic! Well done x

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Ktblonde

Thank you...great feeling isn’t it?!

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KtblondeGraduate in reply to Mummycav

I love it, totally addicted to running - I've got a 10k race tomorrow 😳

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ChallengerGrandmaGraduate

Congratulations Graduate

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to ChallengerGrandma

Thank you 😉

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MandygeckoGraduate

Well done xx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Mandygecko

Thank you 😉

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Cooper79Graduate

Well done this is AMAZING. I bet ur on cloud nine. 👏👏👏👏👏👏

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Cooper79

I am!! 🏃🏼‍♀️😉

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AJ2804Graduate

Well done, the other day you said you aspired to be like your mum - well I think you are well on the way (and probably already there) - you've obviously been an inspiration to lots of us. Well done! Feels good to have the Graduate badge doesn't it?

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to AJ2804

Aw, thanks AJ...I’d like to think people have read some of my posts and they’ve made them feel better or spurred them on...I LOVE having the graduation badge!!! ❤️

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rolysmateGraduate

Well this was the post I've so been waiting for and looking forward to seeing after all the tears,fears and worries over w5r5 but when you beat that one it was only time before it came and I've never had to get my stick out again.

A massive hug from me and very well done (sorry I'm a bit late but have been a bit manic)

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to rolysmate

I’ve been waiting for this reply too!!!!....I was getting a bit worried rolysmate? It was the threat of the stick that did it I’m sure???!!!! Hug gratefully received....you’ve played a big part in my journey too, thank you 😘

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GrannyOGraduate

Loved your post! Felt I was running with you 😂! Huge congratulations! Amazing what a change Couch25K makes in our lives! Keep running 👍

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to GrannyO

Thanks GrannyO...glad you were entertained!! 😉

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Sarahb18Graduate

A truly heart warming post !

Congratulations! Well done !

A great achievement 🤗

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Sarahb18

Thank you Sarah...looks like you’re doing well too...keep at it! 😃

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Sarahb18Graduate in reply to Mummycav

Plodding on 😅

Well done! I've got to get my trainers back on tomorrow! You are an inspiration 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️

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HelepopsGraduate

Wow I am a bit teary reading this so many recognisable comments. A million congratulations !!!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Helepops

A.thank you...I’ve been a bit teary with all the lovely replies I’ve had!! 😊

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Tomstevenson63

Well done! Great achievement.

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skysue16Graduate

What a wonderful post!! Many, many congratulations, your graduate badge is so well deserved 😀🎉👍

All the amazing replies to you show just how fabulous this forum and the C25k programme are.....truly life changing for so many 😊

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to skysue16

Thank you so much...I’ve been completely overwhelmed at the replies I have, so many lovely people on here!! And yes, so many changes lives...enjoy your running journey & keep us all posted xxx

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Bexylu

I'm sat in my car reading this with tears in my eyes. Well done - so much of what you say resonates - but as I approach week three I'm going to store your story away in my mind for the moments when I think can't do it xxx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Bexylu

Awww, that’s a lovely thing to say...You’ll be fine at Week 3, just remember slow & slower still...the secret is to find a ‘sustainable pace’ a pace you’re comfortable staying at...keep posting, I’ll be following your progress with interest xx

Congratulations! Loved reading this post, it's as if you got into my head! I am doing my graduate run on Wednesday and cannot stop thinking how far I have come on this journey. What a brilliant programme this is. Did W9R2 yesterday and for the first time felt so full of confidence that it never occurred to me that I wouldn't be able to do it and not only that but enjoy it so it much.

My hubby says I have completely amazed him, which after 35 years of marriage, is no mean feat!

Anyway,again many many congrats :-)

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Yey...you will enjoy enjoy R3...it’s like the happy ending of a book!!! I think I smiled most of the way round!! My Hubby is amazed at me too...& very proud 😊...I can’t believe that I dare run on a main road for everyone to see either (!)...that was a big step in itself!!! I’ve read back at my posts & have had a real journey, some runs have been good & some not so bad but the ultimate goal has been achieved...and I love it 😊

Running is good for the soul....I look forward to reading about your run on Wed, enjoy it....xxx

in reply to Mummycav

I was the same with the main roads. Did all my early runs on a sheltered lonely road! Now am out and about more, it's much more pleasurable. Feel like a proper runner!!!

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skysue16Graduate in reply to

How wonderful Hidden - I am sure your husband is very proud of you. Best of luck with your graduation run and enjoy 😀

in reply to skysue16

Thank you I will. Feel very excited!!

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Virginia60Graduate

I have been away and only just seen that you have done it. Well done that is brilliant, you inspire me to get there as well!! I am on Week 7 Run 3 tomorrow but whilst being on holiday in Spain I ran in the lovely early morning sun and without knowing it did a 30 minutes! I punched the air and yelped much to the amusement of a couple of elder Spanish ladies! Congratulations again you star xx

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate in reply to Virginia60

Brilliant Virginia...that’s amazing, I went toLanzarote early on in the programme (when I was stuck on Week 3 & before I’d found this forum!) & thesetting was beautiful for running but I didn’t take my trainers at that time as I was so inexperienced but next time I go away my trainers will be the first thing I pack!! I’m so envious of you for running on holiday!! I can just see the looks on the Spanish ladies faces!!! You’ll be ok from here on in..I enjoyed weeks 8&9...😉...and thank you

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