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I just did our usual Sunday walk (the long way round to the pub), haven’t done this since I started 3 and a bit weeks ago...the difference in my legs was really noticeable. They felt so much stronger and more powerful...my other half said

‘This running thing is making you walk faster!’ He usually moans that I can’t keep up! It’s great when someone else notices an improvement!!!

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UnfitNoMore profile image
UnfitNoMoreGraduate

How cool? Of course at this rate he will be begging you to slow down soon 😂

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embobsGraduate in reply to UnfitNoMore

That’s the plan! 🤣

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UnfitNoMoreGraduate in reply to embobs

Then at that point you can pass him this plan 😂😂

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embobsGraduate in reply to UnfitNoMore

He came with me once...keeps finding excuses not to come again 😂

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UnfitNoMoreGraduate in reply to embobs

Hehe... it’s only a matter of time then.

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embobsGraduate in reply to UnfitNoMore

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

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cheekychipmunksGraduate

Yesss embobs! All your hard work is paying off! Bet it’s spurring you on to get even stronger and really surprise him! Won’t be long either at this rate! 😀🏃‍♀️😀

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embobsGraduate in reply to cheekychipmunks

I’ve never felt so motivated! Can’t wait for tomorrow’s run! I’m going back to ballet this week after a very long break and really looking forward to that too! ( I have ulcerative colitis and I’ve been unwell for a few months) new medication and I’m back in the game at last!!!

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cheekychipmunksGraduate in reply to embobs

Aww, how wonderful that you’re feeling well enough to get back to your ballet as well as running! You won’t know yourself, you’ll be so toned! Bet you’re thrilled to bits!

Good luck with tomorrow’s run! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️😀😀

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embobsGraduate in reply to cheekychipmunks

Thank you 👍🏻

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FlyingredGraduate

Fantastic! It's amazing how quickly you feel the difference. Going up flights of stairs is a great way of measuring your progress by how breathless you are (or aren't!).

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embobsGraduate in reply to Flyingred

Yes I noticed that too yesterday. I have mild seasonal asthma so all this is helping that too. So many benefits.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

When really, you were just thirsty :)

It makes a massive difference.. it is when you find yourself saying..oh it's only a couple of miles, I'll just run it!!!

Go you!

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embobsGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Haha, I was walking along a path I normally run along and the urge to run was ridiculous! Good job I had heeled boots on or I’d have been off!

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