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Since I strained my sciatic nerve 24 years ago I’ve always avoided squatting down as I found it very difficult and painful. As a result my hamstrings have always been tight and this has impacted on me in various ways, although minor 😊-I have developed a really bad habit of bending over at the waist at home/work.

However after only 6 weeks of running and following the plan I attempted some gentle stretching exercises tonight. I have just noticed that I can now gently stretch my feet towards my derrière!! No pain, no discomfort just a nice ‘warm’ feeling from the gentle stretches. The difference is unbelievable and I’m so chuffed that I am now that bit more flexible-I’ve always described myself to be ‘stecky’. This improvement can only be attributed to running 🏃🏼‍♀️🎉

❤️❤️❤️ the many benefits of this plan 👌

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I get alot of sciatic nerve pain & i have found that since i have started this its so much better & if it does get trapped it sorts itself out alot quicker 😊

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It’s amazing the positive impact running has made, eh? 😊

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It really is 😊

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Wow..this running is amazing..isn't it! :) Go you!!

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I ❤️it Oldfloss, this plan has given me the motivation to get my butt into gear 😊🏃🏼‍♀️

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Keep at it, there are so many more rewards just around the corner.

It's great to be young again, isn't it!

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Oh God yes!! 😂😂😂

I can’t wait 👌

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