W9R3. I actually did it!

[Runlikethewend]

Feeling on top of the world right now! On W1R1 I managed just 2.5 of the 8,1 min running sessions, now I am really running for a full 30 min - and not feeling half as terrible after as I did on those early runs! I even added an extra min today to reach my goal of 4.5km.

This forum has been a constant source of support, reassurance and encouragment both when I have posted and when I have read the posts of others. For that I thank you all. I could not have done this without you.

I plan several consolidation runs (taking Michael because I'll miss him too much if we part suddenly!) Then to decide if I want to go further or faster or stay doing what I'm doing. I've fallen in love with running and definitely won't be stopping. I'd never have dreamed that could happen 😊

[Weekenderbedford Graduate]

Well done, it's amazing what you achieved. I think this is the best training programme I've ever seen. Good luck with your next running plans.

[Runlikethewend Graduate in reply to Weekenderbedford]

Thank you so much! This programme is amazing. Everyone should do it 😁

[Tbae]

Congratulations and a fabulous post.🌟

I share your wise judgement and sentiments.👍

Just finished my 9.2 which is just another childhood pleasure.🌟

I have to give back and I am going to chill and just right another post🙈🙈, less I forget the experience.

This well on the C25k forum is bottomless.🤔

Continue to enjoy your journey and this forum.Wow.🌟👏👏

[Runlikethewend Graduate in reply to Tbae]

Thank you. Keep on running - and posting 😊

[msanni]

Congratulations! I'm looking forward to the same feeling (although the was I feel now is pretty darn wonderful!)

I, too, am in love with Michael 😊

[Runlikethewend Graduate in reply to msanni]

I think the buzz you get at the end of each session is addictive! Good luck with the rest of the programme. I look forward to seeing your "I did it" post 😊

[Nannalyn53 Graduate]

Congratulations! I’m not far behind you and like you plan to stick with Michael for now. Truth be told I’m a little daunted by the prospect of going it alone as it were. However I’ll take a look at the follow up links and no doubt will formulate a plan. Having a schedule to stick with is helpful for me. Enjoy feeling on top of the world!!

[Runlikethewend Graduate in reply to Nannalyn53]

Thank you. That's the feeling I have exactly about Michael. I'm just not sure I'm ready to run without him yet.

[WalkingWithLabradors Graduate]

Brilliant. Well done on your result. Sadly Michaels staying with me. He said so last session. So hands off!!! 😂

[Runlikethewend Graduate in reply to WalkingWithLabradors]

😂😂 that old smoothie seems to be feeding us all the same lines!

I'll just borrow him a few more times. We'll have to be sure to run on opposing days and share him for a bit 😂

[Nannalyn53 Graduate in reply to Runlikethewend]

I don’t care if he is. He can manage all of us I imagine 😉

[WalkingWithLabradors Graduate in reply to Nannalyn53]

But I’m his favourite! 😂

[msanni in reply to WalkingWithLabradors]

I don't think so! 😊

[WalkingWithLabradors Graduate in reply to msanni]

😂

[WalkingWithLabradors Graduate in reply to Runlikethewend]

😂

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Huge congratulations...the badge suits you

Enjoy the Graduation party and then consolidation is the name of the game.. and there are some great ideas here too;

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

This is just the beginning... and guess what.. we will all be right here with you

[Runlikethewend Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Thank you. Your "slow and steady" was the biggest help on the hardest runs.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Runlikethewend]

Brilliant

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Many congratulations, fellow runner.

Do follow the link that Oldfloss has put up. It is designed for new graduates.

Keep running, keep smiling.

[Runlikethewend Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thank you.