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A week ago today I should have started Wk8 however it wasn’t to be as I came down with a throat infection which in turn kicked off my asthma. So a week later and I haven’t started Wk8 yet. Really beginning to worry that I won’t manage to get back on it😞 What happens if I can’t manage my first run back..I’ve never ever run before.. I’ve NEVER managed to run before...so concerned that I’ll really struggle. Frightened to try now. Sorry for long post.

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Long post....? Just check mine out :)

Oh dear... these pesky infections are a real pain...but you will get back onto it...Maybe...head out for just a run... or a walk run and take it steady and slow.. and see how you feel. Your body will let you know.

if you feel it is a bit if a struggle, then go back a run or so and just use as a comeback.. you will be back on track really soon !

" When you mind gives up... hope whispers... try"

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Thanks Oldfloss. Will head out tomorrow and just take it as it comes.

“When your mind gives up...hope whispers...try”... love it 😊

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Don't worry Webby, great advice as always from Oldfloss, of course you can still run, just a nice steady one to see how you get on, and you might be surprised....

Good luck.😊 x

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Thank you..fingers crossed I’m pleasantly surprised!

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