W8R1.....2 Weeks to go!!

Interesting run this morning 🏃‍♂️. My first 28 min run that actually felt shorter than the last 3 25min runs.....weird! I was just getting ready to push it a bit for the last few minutes & MJ says “Thats it”

Maybe what I’ve been hoping for has happened and I managed to just switch off, listen to my music and keep going. I used to count steps, because I was desperate for the next rest! Then tried to measure the next rest by where I was on the route but I know I won’t enjoy running for long if I’m focused on the wrong thing so hopefully this morning was a step forward mentally 🤯👍🏻

Really pleased my split times were as consistent as Monday as I thought they might be a fluke! 😬

Especially as I tried a different route with more uphill (slightly) parts in it.

Onwards & Upwards....Hopefully 😉

Keep running 🏃‍♂️ 🏃‍♀️ you lovely lot...as MJ says

.....”You got this”! 👍🏻😃

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

Good stuff... and yes relaxing into it helps a lot. This from the guy who was trying to count down from 90 last night 😂. It really does though, and now you’re set to ace 30 minute runs. Mighty fine job.

[telford_mike Graduate]

Top stuff Vernon. There came a point in week 8 when I just knew I was going to graduate without a problem. It sounds like you're feeling the same thing. Relax, and enjoy the last few runs!

[Hidden in reply to telford_mike]

Thanks Mike it’s good to know others have felt the same way 😃👍🏻

[cheekychipmunks Graduate]

You’ve definitely got this, Vernon! If you found 28 minutes ok, you’ll definitely be fine with 30 minutes next week!

Great achievement and brilliant progress you’re making! 👍🏻😀👍🏻

[Hidden in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thanks Chip, I really hope so!!

[Hotheels Graduate]

I knew running became just another thing I do when I began going through "to-do lists" in my head while listening to music. It no longer was me trying to figure out how many more minutes before I have to slow down and walk.

Looks like you're a proper runner now.....30mins will be like a walk in the park for you, right??!!😉

Keep at it, mate!! That podium beckons enticingly!!!😁

[Hidden in reply to Hotheels]

Thanks 🔥👠 ..... I dont quite know about a “walk in the park” but I’m hoping I can finish the program on a high 🏃‍♂️....but let’s see .....😬

[Hotheels Graduate in reply to Hidden]

You'll smash it!!! 👊👊

[SarahOReilly Graduate]

Well done..... I have had that feeling and it feels great.... not every run yet though. I'm on w7r2 so a week behind you... it feels good when graduation is in sight doesn't it. Do you have any plans for the final Run?

Sarah 😀

[Hidden in reply to SarahOReilly]

Thanks Sarah! Plans? Not really thought about that...🤔...but maybe I’ll drive out into the countryside for my last run 🏃‍♂️. Looking into parkrun for later on if things go well but the nearest one is 20 miles away 🙁

It’s funny to think that by next Saturday I might have graduated!! ....this whole experience has gone so fast. It seems not long ago that I was gasping trying to run 5 mins!!

Have to say this is one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself, losing lots of weight, loads of suits I couldn’t get into now fit, & in fact, are a bit loose! Mentally feel so much better & physically of course better than I have done for 30 years. Long may it continue!!

Enjoy the rest of W7...” you got this” too!

Vernon ❤️🧡💚

[MandiV]

Great stuff - well done!