Starting w9 after struggle with w8

[SarahOReilly]

My next run is w9r1.... I hadn't really struggled with the program until w8... I repeated one run in w8 and struggled more mentally than physically.... I just couldn't stop my mind from being all over the place. My last run was successful. Ready start w9... a little nervous in case I struggle like w8. Hope I do ok. .. fingers crossed.

[sparkyjohn Graduate]

If you got week 8, then week 9 is definitely doable. I've just done week 9 run 1, and the first few minutes (toxic not quite 10) were a struggle. I listen to some old favourite songs (Abbey Road side 2 this morning) and that helps me a lot. Gremlins can be a real pain but I focus on the next track and so on. Once I'm half way I could turn round and go home if I want but I like a long cool down walk so go a bit further.

Next week is only 3 more minutes so you can do it. Graduation is in your reach.

[SarahOReilly Graduate in reply to sparkyjohn]

Thank you.... I didn't have any doubts until the mental struggle in w8. I will go.into w9 positive.

Thank you

[sparkyjohn Graduate in reply to SarahOReilly]

Great, it's all in the mind. However, knowing that doesn't always make it easier to deal with. Just remember only 3 runs to the podium, I hope to be there waiting for you.