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W6R1 done

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That was harder. Bad sleep and reluctant legs. First 5 hard to get breath sorted as usual. Middle 8 was easier on the breath, harder on the legs, stubbornness needed. Final 5 was relatively easy but for lead legs. Just back and the high that kicks in on the cool down hasn’t yet. But it will! Time for water, a banana and a nice hot bath.

Enjoy your next run x

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Ally25Graduate

Very well done Jay66UK for completing this run......I found this run to be the worst so far.....looking back having just done wk6r3, I think that this wk6 is a transitioning week,as we move on to the serious stuff.....enjoy your well deserved bath and enjoy the next few runs 😀🏃‍♀️😀🏃‍♀️

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Jay66UKGraduate in reply to Ally25

Thanks Ally. I can see why this “catches people out”. Despite 2 rest days I don’t think I was fully recovered from the 20 minute run of week 5. Feeling really good about myself for having completed the run. The buzz is slow creeping up on me!

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over61andstilltryingGraduate

Well done on completing W6R1! Do hope that your lead legs have recovered. I'm hoping to complete W6R1 tomorrow, so really appreciate hearing how yours went. I feel I can not guarantee how my legs will respond. All the best for your next run.

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LorijayGraduate

Well done Jay. Another one done and dusted. :)

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Jay66UKGraduate in reply to Lorijay

Thanks! And well done for yours.

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mairi1Graduate

Well done for doing the run, and thanks for sharing your experience. I think after doing the 20 min run, I have the mindset that I can do just about anything.lol.which I know is completely ridiculous . I am doing W6 R1 tomorrow so thanks again for the heads up , and it won’t come as such a blow when I discover it to be a tricky one.

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RunGirlyRun

Well done! You are another run under your belt! Bravo!

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Jay66UKGraduate in reply to RunGirlyRun

Must. Keep. Going. 🤣

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RunGirlyRun in reply to Jay66UK

😜😜😜 that’s the spirit!!! 🏃‍♂️ 🏃‍♂️ 🏃‍♂️

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18WindmillGraduate

Well done! Another one ticked off! You're nearly there. 👍👍👍

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Kazzey

Hi , I have just done my W6R1 as well and was surprised at how heavy my legs were too !

I had one rest day as it’s my day off today, so I thought I would have found it much easier after the “biggy” the other day !!

I suppose the stamina will build up through the week ready for whatever gets thrown at us 😂😂

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Jay66UKGraduate in reply to Kazzey

Well done. Yes, I have complete faith in this programme getting us where we need to be to do this. Good luck with your next run.

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Janey1974 in reply to Jay66UK

Nice one Jay! Well done... 👍🏼I also did W6R1 today and found it v v tough after finishing w5 on a high... seemed to be more plodding than running today, just hoping for better on r2! 🐌

Enjoy your recovery day...

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Jay66UKGraduate in reply to Janey1974

Thanks - and well done you! Seems to be a pattern with this run. We’ll get there. Enjoy your next one!

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