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So this one for me was the “challenge”. However I completed it and for those who are about to tackle it, it really is more of a mental challenge. 5mins in I was telling myself, I can’t do this. Wipe that thought from your mind and push on. Each time the negative thought comes, push it away. By the time I got to 15 mins I was reasonably comfortable, just go at a steady pace, I promise you, the feeling when you get to the end is worth it.

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Well done Jax!😊...Great run...

Onwards and upwards 😊x

The grin is great too, I’ll bet.

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Thats it! The body wants to give up but the brain needs to stay strong 👍😁

Well done and enjoy the buzz!

Well done. Next one up for me Wed.

Today did W5.2R .Found the first 8 mins marginally less comfortable than the 2nd 8mins.The 5mins in between seemed very long.I was waiting to get going again.😂.

How did you find your previous run, the 5.2🤔

Thought I saw something posted early about why the difference from Jan- now -runs.

Enjoyed it though beautiful coastal park woodland and nature reserve.

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Start positive, stay positive........belief is everything.

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I will carry that with me on Wed and for the remaining 12 runs.

Thanks for your experience and wisdom.

Atb.

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lisavic4439

I love reading posts like this. Makes me think that I can actually do this.

Well done Jax1960.

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