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Newbie and don’t like running but ...

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Well, just did my second session for week 1

I have never liked running - always preferred walking and yoga - but I am going to give this a go - let’s see what happens .......

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Laurarees

That’s what I said too. Now I’ve only got One run left until I graduate the program. Don’t go too fast. Smile every mile. Don’t put pressure on yourself. Most importantly have fun. 🍀

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YogaRules in reply toLaurarees

Well I promise - I won’t go too fast - built for comfort, not speed 😀

Let’s see what happens ......

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ickleguiGraduate

ahem. I don't know how much you like yoga, but ... I've been doing yoga for years (and still am) and love it and LOVE my teacher but ... I have started to find running makes a bigger difference to my mood *runs away* (my yoga teacher and several of my class are runners too!). Either way - stick around and let us know how *you* find it :)

(and read the FAQ, in the pinned posts)

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YogaRules in reply toicklegui

Oh I do lots of yoga - even thinking of becoming a teacher - but I am going to go for it - and the best time of year to try ...

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Elfe5Graduate

Many of us have started from that place. Just take one step at a time and see what happens.

Make sure you read the pinned post for Newbies- loads of great information there.

If you keep posting we will cheer you on! 😄

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Cornet-CarolynGraduate

Well done for starting this brilliant programme. I’ve only been running since September and now love it 😊

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