First post grad run! Just for fun! And boy was it fun!

[Fabulous450]

Well Runners

I’m in the post grad zone now! 😁 And I decided that today would be a no pressure, no requirements, no MJ (love you coach 😘) run at Lydiard Park after dropping my son off at school. I love being at home to be able to do those little things when his day doesn’t exactly go to plan. Mum to the rescue! Where’s my cape?!! I’ve got this! Not to mention the treat for me after I’ve dropped him off! 😉😇 I decide I’m getting a cappuccino on the way! Nice! Hey, this is about making running a natural part of my life now.

I downloaded the Nike+ App and Runkeeper. After looking through a bit, I decided to go for Nike+ today! I’ll use this until consolidation is complete. There are so many different running plans/guides, I like the variety that it offers.

Anyway, back to the run! It was as always amazing, but the difference (you know I like difference! 😂) was that there was absolutely no thoughts of whether I could do it. No pressure whatsoever. No, is taking this turn going to make it hard, no markers of time, no listening out for what the coach said to do next. I saw so many ladies out on their runs today too! All shapes and sizes! Power to us! It was spectacular! And the best bit, I suddenly thought I can see myself going for a 10k one day. All I have to do is keep showing up! I can do that! 3.69k, no speeding, no requirements, thinking sloooow! Very happy with that! 😁😁

Happy running Runners! Wherever you are on the programme, keep going! It’s worth it and so are you! 😁❤️

[cheekychipmunks Graduate]

Ooooo, I so want to join you on a virtual 10k one day! Your enthusiasm is contagious and it sounds like you’re having as much fun as me (although I’m only doing W6R2 tomorrow!) I’m not sure there are enough emojis to cope when I finally graduate!! 😅

What a lovely account of your run. How did it feel without MJ - I’ll miss him I know. 😢

Keep posting won’t you? And enjoy basking in your graduate glory! 🏃‍♀️😀❤️👍🏻🎉

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Oooooo cheekychipmunks please don’t say only! It only seems like yesterday since I was on that same run! You’re doing brilliantly! 👍🏽 Every single run is still a celebration and long may it stay that way! It’s not about time or distance, but the reality that I have lifted a self imposed limitation! Embracing fear as a friend! I’m learning to redefine fear as excitement! 😁😁❤️

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Oh no MJ?? Well, MJ does kind of prepare you for his departure and he lets you know you that you can do it! I will always be grateful, but I thought I’d just let him go, as he’s got me to the place where he’s confident that I can carry on too. Besides, he’s a very busy man!! 😁😁❤️

[Jay66UK Graduate]

Beautiful. Just beautiful.

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Jay66UK]

Thank you Jay! Another great day!! ❤️

[southlundon Graduate]

Wow Fab - you are a true runner now! Can I ask a question about MJ in week 9 - were the three runs the same? Jo was basically saying the sort of things like 'you'll have to run this three times this week' and at the end basically signed off with a 'well done' even though it was only run 1 so I'm certain it'll be repeated for runs 2 and 3. Did MJ give you three different talks?

[telford_mike Graduate in reply to southlundon]

They were all the same. It’s a pity there isn’t a special one for W9R3.

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to southlundon]

As Telford_Mike says! But in some ways it helps you to start thinking a little about a plan for post grad! I have learned not to expect too much excitement from MJ! 🤣 So it was just a fond farewell really. I’m very grateful all the same. ❤️

[RobW73 Graduate]

Great isn't it, running free? Not referring to the Iron Maiden classic...

Look at that graduation badge!

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to RobW73]

Oh running free, it’s the best Rob! The first time I saw the badge, I was so proud! Wow!! 😁😁❤️

[Dralimc Graduate in reply to Fabulous450]

Where is that graduation badge? I don’t think I’d see it if it smacked me in the face!!!! Great positivity for PG run btw! Your time similar to mine. I’m using strava but may take a peep at Nike app 🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏾‍♀️

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Dralimc]

It’s right beside your name Dralimc! 😉 There’s quite a few apps to choose from isn’t there? I enjoyed it! ❤️

[Dralimc Graduate in reply to Fabulous450]

I’m useless... where???? Send me a screenshot!

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Dralimc]

😂 I’ll have to do another post I think! I’ll do one now. ❤️❤️

[Dralimc Graduate in reply to Fabulous450]

You’re my favourite 😊

[BlondeAmbition72 Graduate]

You go girl!! 👍 I’m taking a couple of days off then I’ll be doing my first post-graduation run 🏃‍♀️. I can’t wait! 👍😊

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to BlondeAmbition72]

Thanks Blonde!! I really enjoyed just a run without any goals as such. Just doing it! I can understand your days rest after a full 5k. I have only run to time and now I know I’ve got a bit to go to get to 5k, but I don’t mind at all! It was so nice today! Enjoy your post grad run! 😁😁❤️

[BlondeAmbition72 Graduate in reply to Fabulous450]

Thanks hun. Be nice to run without any pressure lol!

Loving the graduate badge. I still haven’t got mine 😢

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to BlondeAmbition72]

Ooh they will be polishing and have it up very soon I’m sure! I didn’t get mine until the day after. Was lovely seeing it and I’ll love seeing yours too graduate! 😁😁❤️

[BlondeAmbition72 Graduate in reply to Fabulous450]

Hmm! I’ve just looked and there are people who posted after me, including today, and they have theirs *cry*

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to BlondeAmbition72]

Ooh, well hopefully Admin will pick it up. Maybe a chat with Juju? 🤔 She might be able to help. We know you’re a brilliant Grad in the meantime! ❤️

[Berksrover Graduate]

Such a joy to be able to share in your happiness and enthusiasm, and great to see others aspiring to be where you are today 👏👏👏

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Berksrover]

Thanks Berksrover! It is pure happiness! I am having a fantastic time getting to do things just for me. It’s a real honour if I can inspire others too. ❤️

[owmeknees]

Well done Fabulous! Sounds like a great run. Enjoy these consolidation weeks, you will definitely notice how quickly you continue to build up stamina. It’s a great feeling 👍😊

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to owmeknees]

Thank you owmeknees! I definitely want to just enjoy the next few weeks! And keep turning up until the habit just comes naturally! Today was brilliant! ❤️

[Tbae]

Your magic shines through.✨

Everything Fabulous.💥🏃‍♀️💥

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Tbae]

Aah thank you so much Tbae! ❤️❤️

[Ang33333 Graduate]

That's great! Did you do the park run course? I've walked it, yet to run it...! 😃

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Ang33333]

On Nike+? No, I just did the Headspace guided run today! 😁😁 Nice! ❤️

[Ang33333 Graduate in reply to Fabulous450]

Love the badge!

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Ang33333]

😉 kind of loving seeing it too!! Wow! ❤️

[Gran4z Graduate]

Cheers Fabulous 450, enjoy your freedom to run as you wish - such a great feeling 🌻

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Gran4z]

Oh it is Gran4z! Hope your enjoying every moment too!! 😁😁❤️

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Gran4z]

Have you not collected your graduate badge Gran4z? Im sure it will look lovely on you! ❤️

[PaulBrad Graduate]

Well done you - it certainly is a different experience running with no 'pressure' isn't it - such a joy. Keep up the good work !!

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to PaulBrad]

It is that! Thank you Paul! You too! 😁❤️

[Flaraflarkin Graduate]

Hey Fabulous lady, how lovely to just run free with no agenda for your first PG run 😊 Sounds like you had a great experience out there 😊 This morning I downloaded the Nike+ app having never tried it before ~ so it's great to know there's a Headspace guided run on there! That's me sorted for tomorrow I think, thank you for sharing xx

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Flaraflarkin]

Great stuff Flara! Yes there’s a few of them too of different durations. I really enjoyed it! 👍🏽❤️

[Hotheels Graduate]

You were born to run free!!!!🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

Love the way the happiness just bounces off you like running stardust🌠

Enjoy and keep going!!!! 👍

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Hotheels]

Aah thank you Hotheels! I hope it sprinkles far and wide! You keep going too! The podium needs some Hotheels! 😁❤️

[Ripcurlrana71]

That’s great!!! 💪🏼💪🏼

[LoungeLizaard Graduate]

Hey Fab - I missed the Grad post (apologies!). Great to see you are fitting it all in, I wish I had time in the day....

Well done you, a few weeks consolidating now and then onto the B210K path..... Yay!

[Equi-geek Graduate]

Great to hear that Fabulous! I'm taking this week off and then back into it for consolidation and onwards to 10k and hopefully the Great South in October!

[Equi-geek Graduate in reply to Equi-geek]

oooohhh and there's my badge! Cool!

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Equi-geek]

You’re all annointed now!! Looks good on you Equi! 😁😁❤️

[Fabulous450 Graduate in reply to Equi-geek]

Understandable. I was thinking of having a break, but I’m still doing a bit of travelling for work, so I’m just carrying on to make sure that I keep up the momentum of run whenever, wherever and carry on forming the habit! 😉❤️