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Amazed and determined

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Well since my last post I’ve had a few odd weeks and got behind but like everyone before me said - the programme waits for you. Tonight I did week 5 run 2 with the 8 minute runs. I did it!!!! After the first 8 minutes I couldn’t stop smiling, imagine what I’ll be like after the 20 minute run. I’ve fought my “nagging doubt” and got there. Feel so proud of myself and hopeful for the few weeks.

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IannodaTruffe profile image
IannodaTruffeMentor

That is a positive post displaying a positive frame of mind.

You will go far, lady!!!

Keep running, keep smiling.

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auntielou in reply to IannodaTruffe

Thankyou. Your advice a few weeks ago was very helpful. 😊

Well done auntielou! 👏👏👍😀😀

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auntielou in reply to

Thank you 😁

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lagatachocolateGraduate

Congratulations, auntielou; your picture says it all 😀

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Sarah5kGraduate

Well done!! 👍🏻 Hoping I will be smiling too tomorrow night after completing the same run. 🤞🏻

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auntielou in reply to Sarah5k

Good luck. I’ve been building up to it for ages but it actually wasn’t as bad as I expected. Sarah millican on the voice over said “it’s a mental challenge more than physical” she was right. Let me know how you get on.

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Sarah5kGraduate in reply to auntielou

I did it!! 20 minutes doesn’t seem as scary now.... roll on Saturday! :-)

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auntielou in reply to Sarah5k

I’m not sure whether to do my 20 min run tonight or tomorrow. Let’s compare notes after the event!

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Sarah5kGraduate in reply to auntielou

You can do it!

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GoGo_JoJoGraduate

Go you! 👍

You're on track. Just wait for the next one. The grin is going to be huge 👍😁

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Brilliant.. the smile says it all :) Slow and steady as you go :)

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auntielou in reply to Oldfloss

Taking it slow and steady is definately the way to go. 🏃‍♀️

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Lillybeth30minsGraduate

Lovely post and lovely pic - really made me smile too 😬😬😬 well done and good luck 🏃🏃🏃

Liz x

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auntielou

I was thinking of your graduation post. I’m pretty sure I’ll cry when Sarah says I’ve done! I felt elated after 8 minutes x

Cracking pic, cracking run. Well done you

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notoutofbreathGraduate

Well done you! :) Totally got the right attitude. We're going to be partying when it comes to W5R3! ;)

Also, I *love* the purple of your top.

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VictoriaRunsGraduate

So lovely to see such a smiley face of achievement 🤩

Looking good!

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