Light bulb moment for me this morning ...

[linda9389]

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!

[Hidden]

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.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

I love it Linda.............the power of running!

Keep that head up, keep running, keep smiling.

[Polly2810 Graduate]

Amazing!! Go you!! 👍🏻

[SueKen Graduate]

Yay! Go you !!!!!

[linda9389 Graduate in reply to SueKen]

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

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate]

Great post Linda😊...

I think this program builds more than stamina and running legs..it builds confidence and self-esteem and pride too...We are all fabulous. HA😄

[linda9389 Graduate in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

Completely agree with you there ☺

[Boaty]

That's so cool, congratulations

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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

[linda9389 Graduate]

Totally! Especially since it all seemed impossible just a few months ago .... ☺