30 minutes- wow !!

[Mumsygill]

Just back from WK9R1. Hard but managed it. At a few points I was definitely running on the spot to get my breath back. Still running really slowly .3.5k in 30 mins.

I actually don’t mind that tho as when this programme finishes I want to go for a run, enjoy it and then have a little walk back. I really admire those peeps that want to carry on and push themselves further but that has never been me. I am beyond proud just to be able to run at all.

Have a lovely day everyone- happy running x

[AngieW1968 Graduate]

Well done. It’s a great feeling isn’t it. I’ve just got back in from my week 9 run 1. Never thought I would get to this point. I’m like you though.....run very slowly but at least I’m running!!!! Good luck with the rest of the week. See you on the podium soon x

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to AngieW1968]

Thank you Angie- well done yourself ! See you on the podium soon! X

[Ang33333 Graduate]

Well done! You did it! I'm running at the same pace as you. not sure I'll ever be much faster! Did run 1 last night. We're nearly there! 😁

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to Ang33333]

Goodo Ang! Budge over on that podium- looks like they’re be a few of us!

[oldwheezer69 Graduate]

Well done! I'm just back from W7R3 and did 3.5km including the walks. Pace will come later... For now I'm just chuffed that I did a different route (as on holiday) which included an upwards slope and survived to tell the tale 🤣🤣🤣

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to oldwheezer69]

Hells bells- an upward slope! What’s that? Have managed to avoid those for eight weeks! I had a little holiday and ran then too. Was lovely to be somewhere different. Enjoy and well done !

[oldwheezer69 Graduate in reply to Mumsygill]

I know! I have avoided them running around Coventry. Damn Welsh hills haha!! Keep going... You're almost at the finish line 😀👍😀

[Deant]

Love that you can even run the 30mins....I can’t wait to be able to do that. Be proud because what you have achieved is amazing.

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to Deant]

Thank you. You made me cry!

This is the most proud I’ve felt since I had my children- a long time ago!

It will be you too soon. Will be watching you! X

[Guesty26 Graduate]

You doing great mumsygill keep going its not about the times its about the doing!! Hang in there and enjoy your graduation week you earned it

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to Guesty26]

Thanks so much Guesty. You’re absolutely right! X

[Jay66UK Graduate]

I see your 3.5k and lower to 3.37k!!

Well done and good luck with the runs left.

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to Jay66UK]

Thanks Jay for your support! 👍

[pianoteacher Graduate]

Well Done - 30 mins is a long time to run for no matter how far you go!

I read a post from someone here (wish I could remeber who!) about running post graduation. They just went for a run....no set distance, no set time..... they just ran until they wanted to stop. A bit like going out for a walk - I love that idea

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to pianoteacher]

Thanks Hun. Yep that will be me. In my mind I will run down to sea front, get a Costa and walk back ! Will let you know if I do it.

Hope you’re having a lovely week with your son x

[pianoteacher Graduate in reply to Mumsygill]

That sounds like a great idea! Having a lovely week thank you x

[Marvo69 Graduate]

Amazing! 😃 could you have believed that 8 weeks ago! Well done !! 👏👏👏

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to Marvo69]

Thanks so much for your support. Still laughing at your yellow shorts!😂

[sallenson Graduate in reply to Mumsygill]

It could be worse. You could be wearing them...

[Marvo69 Graduate in reply to sallenson]

My shorts are mighty fine!

[sallenson Graduate in reply to Marvo69]

Are you and _SimonT_ still locked in a desperate battle to the death to be the C25K "Hunk of the Month"? What with your shorts and his promised "panting sweating treadmill selfies" you know that this will just end badly....

[_SimonT_ Graduate in reply to sallenson]

It just did! 🤣🤣🤣

[Dexy5 Graduate in reply to Marvo69]

Hear hear

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to sallenson]

😂😂😂

[owmeknees]

Well done! I did the same run at 6:15 this morning, thought it would be cool but was very humid even then. Be proud of yourself, I bet you never imagined you’d be running for a full 30 minutes a few weeks ago! I am going slow and steady too, the podium is only two runs away....🐢🐌🏃🏻‍♀️

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to owmeknees]

That’s great- well done to you too.

See you on the podium. Running Sunday then hopefully the big day next wed! 🤞🏻

[Saartjie Graduate]

Wow well done! I am only just managing 25 mins...30 seems like a dream but it's only a week away! 😱😱 You must feel so proud of yourself...an amazing achievement x

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to Saartjie]

Thank you. Believe me you will be in my shoes very soon. The weeks have gone in a blur of blood , sweat (lots) and tears. But happy tears!! Enjoy your next few runs x

[sallenson Graduate]

Brilliant!! Well done. And good for you for having the confidence to say that this is your happy place for the time being.

You shd be proud and we're proud of you too!!

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to sallenson]

Oh thank you. Getting a bit teary here!

Love your hilarious banter and lovely posts. You’re not far behind me! Not used to people saying they’re proud of me. We’re all amazing for sticking to it and coming so far. 😘

[sallenson Graduate in reply to Mumsygill]

They shd put us in charge of running the country!! We're ace!!

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to sallenson]

😂😂😂

[Dexy5 Graduate]

Well Done Mumsygill - great attitude. You’re nearly there now and I think they’re polishing that badge for you

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to Dexy5]

Thanks sooo much 🤞🏻

[18Windmill Graduate]

Good for you. Very well done. We’ll see your name in lights soon! 👍👍👍

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to 18Windmill]

I hope so too!Thanks very much !

[_SimonT_ Graduate]

Very well done! Enjoy your graduation runs!

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to _SimonT_]

Thank so much Simon - you’ll be there yourself before you know it !

[over61andstilltrying Graduate]

Hi Mumsygill, Well done on this run 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️I am wondering whether you had another run since? All the very best for your running journey.

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to over61andstilltrying]

Hello! In a nutshell I have done run 2 and had planned my graduation run for yesterday.

Sadly we have spent the last five days up at my in laws where MIL passed away yesterday.

As we didn’t expect to be there so long I didn’t take my running gear .

Am now hoping g to graduate this weekend sometime - if I haven’t forgotten how to do it!! X

[over61andstilltrying Graduate in reply to Mumsygill]

Oh! I am so sorry for your loss. Take your time. The paths, roads, walkways will all be waiting for you and I am sure you will not have forgotten how to do it!

[Mumsygill Graduate in reply to over61andstilltrying]

Thanks so much ❤️