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Week 1 run 2 done

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molly1973Graduate
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I came back for more! It was easier than I was expecting, I went further before the half way bell and I was surprised and pleased to finish in almost exactly the same place I started, so my second half was the same pace as my first. This wasn’t the case on run one, but I definitely feel I paced myself better. I’m not naive though: I know there will be tough weeks but I can certainly say I’m pleased with myself today. Was even brave enough to take an ‘after’ photo...

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BathOnion

Well done Molly I completed W1R3 last week, am going to start on W2R1 this afternoon. The sun is out and I am as determined as you are to start as I mean to go on.

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molly1973Graduate in reply to BathOnion

Thank you! I have just edited this: I thought I had read a previous post by you but I got muddled!! If you saw my previous post sorry for being confusing 🙄

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BathOnion in reply to molly1973

Of course we can, it is a great programme.

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UnfitNoMoreGraduate

Very well done. Yes there are tough weeks... the one I really don’t want to have to do again is week 1. Enjoy the next run.

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IannodaTruffeMentor

Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Enjoy your journey.

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molly1973Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe

Thank you 😊

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