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So it's taken me 18 months to pluck up courage to start the couch to 5K. So far so good but I am only in the early stages...

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You’ve taken the biggest step by starting. Brilliant 🙂 keep at it. Take it slowly. This programme has turned an old asthmatic into a runner on week 8. Amazing!!!

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PattypoosGraduate in reply toLousylungs

Thanks for the encouragement! So far so good as I said. And yes, I am taking it slowly. Not sure if I have any other speed in my ancient legs...

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Just keep posting and when u need extra help. You would be amazed at where support comes from. Keep running🙂👍🏽🏃‍♀️.

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PattypoosGraduate in reply toMVBrown

Just reading other people's experiences and thoughts is inspirational.

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MVBrownGraduate in reply toPattypoos

So true. 🙂

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Wow... someone took longer than me to decide to run... only took me a year, so I’m very pleased to meet you!

Seriously though, you can do this, hydrate well, go slow and believe in yourself.

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Mayanow

You can do this! And the satisfaction is immense. and the benefits!! Believe in yourself and dont think ahead. Focus on your next run only.

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