Week 9 Run 1: That was tough !!! but run 1 done... - Couch to 5K

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Week 9 Run 1

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That was tough !!! but run 1 done...weird how you can run one day and its a breeze then 2 days later it's like running through treacle !! oh well roll on Wednesday..

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Oh the treacle runs are well known.. as are the leaden legs.. the concrete blocks..etc..but some runs.. you will be floating and as light as a feather... Relax..let the legs take you.. do not try too hard... so close now..I have the badge ready!

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Calmas5 in reply to Oldfloss

Thanks..will keep going, onwards and onwards!!

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AnthieGraduate

Indeed, has the same experience. My first postgrad run yesterday felt more difficut than W9R3 for example. It feels like even more rewarding when you're struggling though. Hope your next runs will feel easier and well done for the motivation to get there!

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Calmas5 in reply to Anthie

Thank you..i'm sure it will

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rolysmateGraduate

then the days you go out feeling pretty crappy and run your best time ever

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Calmas5 in reply to rolysmate

True i've had a few of them as well..

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