WK5 R1 - better than last week but...

[sarah65]

Just started week 5 - all out of sync with the bad weather but back on track now. Had been feeling a bit despondent because I found week 4 quite tough and couldn’t see myself coping up with the step up in week 5. On reflection I think I may have started each run a little faster than usual because it feels more natural to run now and it feels good to break into a run after the warm up walk. Been trying to eat better too and have cut out the sweet stuff.

Had a good run this morning and trying not to overthink the 20 minute run at the end of the week!

[yellow46fan]

"trying not to overthink the 20 minute run at the end of the week!"

good plan, look at the positives where and how far you have come so far.

You can do it and when you do you will be so chuffed and will have moved up to the next level. good luck, enjoy and chill

[sarah65 in reply to yellow46fan]

I’m dreading it yet looking forward to it at the same time! I know that if I can run 20 minutes I can complete the programme. When I’ve done it I’ll be crying with joy! Bit OTT but I do actually feel quite emotional about the whole thing!!

[Lillybeth30mins Graduate in reply to sarah65]

Sarah65, see my graduation post from Tuesday!😁😁😁

[sarah65 in reply to Lillybeth30mins]

Haha that will definitely be me!! And very well done !! 👍👍😁😊

[JoP61 Graduate]

I've found every week tough, but managed to progress by believing in the programme. Sounds like you are doing really well - try not to worry about W5R3 and you will surprise yourself. Good luck! x

[sarah65 in reply to JoP61]

Thanks JoP61. I really loved your ‘blackbird and a woodpecker’ post. It captured all the reasons why I want to run.

[JoP61 Graduate in reply to sarah65]

That's so kind of you - I was feeling quite inspired after my run - must be all those endorphins or something!

Happy running and keep posting. xx

[Hidden]

Well done on your progress so far. I to found week 4 very tough, but you can do it. Trust the program, believe in yourself and boom, before you know it you'll be wondering what all the fuss over a 20 minute run was all about 😉!!

[sarah65 in reply to Hidden]

Yes Biguft, I’ve read your posts and it’s really encouraging to know that others have faced the same doubts but conquered them and moved forward 😊

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate]

W5r3 is one that everyone dreads...don’t overthink it, get your music on & let your body do the work it needs to...leave the gremlins at home...you will be just fine

[sarah65 in reply to Mummycav]

Thanks Mummycav, music is a real motivating factor for me. I’m going to make a 20 minute playlist with all my favourite upbeat songs to keep me going!

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate in reply to sarah65]

That’s just what I did!!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Just another week and another run.. you are ready for it. Just take it slowly and steadily.... and well done on the run and the new healthy eating too

Remember..." If you believe in dragons, you have to believe also, that they can be beaten " !

[sarah65 in reply to Oldfloss]

Thank you Oldfloss I’m taking a “just get on with it” attitude, as with most things in life! Reading everybody else’s experiences on this forum makes me feel it’s ok to be apprehensive but my body is ready for it and I will do it.

Very interesting quote too, I shall be thinking about dragons when I’m running ! 😊

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to sarah65]

It is okay... but.. try anticipation instead of apprehension...

You are going to be fine..

PS

Just don't let those dragons make you run faster... x

[sarah65 in reply to Oldfloss]

Anticipation it is!! 😊