Running to help cope with bereavement...

[Chezza27]

Just done my week 5 run 2 run... When I randomly decided to set out on this journey and start the c25k, I had no idea I’d then be dealing with the loss of my husband a few weeks later. (He was in hospital for 8 months, which I think is partly why I started the program, to give me some head space. But his death was still totally unexpected). I find that running is really helping to keep me sane... Just felt the need to share this

[poppypug Graduate]

Hi Chezza

I am so, so sorry for your loss . I totally understand where you write that running is helping to keep you sane . I agree .

Take care , sending you love and hugs xxx

[Run4fitness]

So sorry for your loss 😞hope you’ve got lots of support around you, glad the running is helping you

Good luck with your progress

[Ripcurlrana71]

Sending you hugs and thank you for sharing. You’ll definetly gets lots of support and encouragement here. 🤗🤗🤗

[Jell6 Graduate]

So sorry about your husband. Running can be a time to empty your mind and focus on the physical. Best wishes, this is a great place to come to for support.

[GoogleMe Graduate]

What a clever, clever person you were to pick up this programme to keep you moving forwards after such a tough time.

Please know that we are all here waving our pompoms like crazy for you and will throw you such a huge party on graduation... and hold your hand as you run into the future.

[Hidden]

I am sorry to hear your sad news. I can only imagine....

Running is great for body, mind and spirit and I hope it will bring you some comfort

[Chezza27]

Thanks for all your lovely, supportive replies

[Crittermad Graduate]

So sorry for your loss, I’m glad that the running is helping you and such a positive thing to do x

[Bridget007 Graduate]

So sorry to hear of your loss. I hope the running helps you xx

[Hidden]

My condolences to you and your family. I take my hat off to you. I wish you all the very best and graduating in the coming weeks will certainly be a tribute to both you and your late husband.x

[Elfe5 Graduate]

Hello Chezza, I am so sorry to hear this, but thank you for sharing with us. I hope that you have family and friends to support you - and we will be alongside running with you.

Run on, I am glad that it helps. Big hugs to you Xx

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Running has been a life saver for many of us and I hope that it can help you through this sad time.

Big hugs.

[Ghaghdog Graduate]

Hi Chezza. Sorry to hear about your loss. I am about to do w5r2 tomorrow and I am also finding that this programme is helping me deal with the loss of my husband and my mum.

Big hugs xx

[ccarter100]

I've come to this post a bit late, but please accept my condolences on your deep loss. How are you doing, Chezza27?

[Tjar]

Hugs! 🌷How have you been?

[Ang33333 Graduate]

So sorry. He would be very proud of you. Glad running is giving you a focus. That's important. My first husband died suddenly and I had my horses to keep me going. Something to get up for. Sending you hugs xxx

[Chezza27]

Thank you all for your replies. I’ve kept the running up - up to week eight now! And finding that it does help. I’ve found the last week or so pretty tough, but just trying to keep busy. Got two children who keep me going.

Hoping to do my first park run once I’ve completed week 9!

Thanks for all the support 😊 x

[Chezza27]

Well today has turned out ok. It would’ve been my husband’s birthday today, so I was a bit anxious about how I’d cope. But I kept busy (play group, baking, seeing my friend and my mum).

Then this evening I ran my first 5km, woohoo! And I have to say that it soooo helped to lift my mood 😀

Hope you’re all having a good week and enjoying your runs xx

[LisaWiz in reply to Chezza27]

Thanks for sharing. I’m in a similar situation to you. I lost my husband last year and have 2 children. I’m on W6 and, like you, find it really helps. My husband’s birthday is this Friday and I have a run scheduled for the morning. It’s a very difficult time but running definitely clears your head.

[Chezza27 in reply to LisaWiz]

Hi LisaWiz, I’m really sorry for your loss, but glad to hear that the running is helping you too. I rarely post things online, but this forum seems so friendly and supportive I hope that Friday isn’t too difficult for you x