Did it! Week 5, run 3

[Miss_slinky]

Not going to lie I was feeling nervous as I’ve not been able to do more than one run a week last few weeks.

I’ve done C25k before and I’ve ran two half marathons so I know I’ve got it in me, but I put on so much weight when pregnant and am so unfit.

So went out to run it - I did it but I took 5 x 10 second walk breaks to regain breath throughout. Then I was really annoyed with myself for this. I just feel so slow it’s ridiculous but what I’m comparing myself to isn’t fair!

I did it - it just didn’t feel as good as the first time I did it. I think I have to readjust my expectations - I had a baby 6 months ago and I’m back on it - so chill and enjoy the process again (getting myself told!) 🤣

Thanks for your encouragement though everyone - appreciate it

[over61andstilltrying Graduate]

Well done Miss_slinky! You are making your comeback! Pre baby Miss_slinky sounds like a hard act to follow! Keep going, slow and steady and, as you said, enjoy the process.

[Miss_slinky Graduate in reply to over61andstilltrying]

Thanks 61andtrying - think I’ve got to remember that took me years to get to (what I’m comparing myself to), so will take a while!

[Ghaghdog Graduate]

Well done you girl. Wish I had made time for exercise after having my son (almost 22 years ago). I wouldn't be struggling so much now. Keep it up. It will be worth it now and in the future! ☺

[Miss_slinky Graduate in reply to Ghaghdog]

It’s definitely hard work getting time with a six month old and a partner who leaves at 7am and is back at 10pm most days! But I am determined! I’d buy a treadmill if we didn’t live in a tiny flat with a grouchy neighbour downstairs but I can’t - so just need to keep trucking on...!

Hope you are getting on ok? Well done for starting now!!

[Ghaghdog Graduate in reply to Miss_slinky]

Yes it is hard work with a little one but try to keep going even if you don't run as often as you would like.

Thanks for your support and everyone else. Aching today but it doesn't help sitting at a desk all day! Don't think the knees are as bad though 😆