As I weaved in and out of all the shoppers in our little town this morning, I suddenly realised - with a huge smile - just how far I've come. I was in public. Running. In daylight. Head held high
For so long I hid in a field in a baggy black fleece, dying a little inside if I was unlucky enough to meet anyone. For a bit longer I ran round a (almost) deserted old military base in an attempt to avoid people, and certainly anyone I knew. I know (from this site) that I'm not the only one who starts out feeling that way.
But today, I realise I no longer give too hoots who sees me. I've not lost any weight. I go no faster. I'm still red of face. What's changed? I don't really know, but for some reason I now BELIEVE I am a runner. I can't say when it happened, what made the difference. But I'm chuffed to bits. I love it!
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Absolutely brilliant post. It's not about the weight, the speed or the shade of red. Something in you has changed and I think that's more powerful than the external stuff.
It's not just me though. To everyone still lingering in the shadows - watch out, because your self-belief is hiding just around a corner! Before you know it, you too will be out there and feeling proud with a big grin on your face
You're so right it doesn't matter who sees what when you're running. The great thing is you're running and if you believe in yourself and you're happy whilst running, then there is no finer thing. Absolutely amazing
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Oh what a beautiful morning...
CR7 Outside in the light with my new Garmin 😁
W9R3 goodness me the heat but I did it, I finished C25K this morning. 
Really struggling at the moment
First run this morning, wish me luck!
