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From chemo to C25K

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Hello everyone, this time last year I was on the cancer part of HealthUnlocked. After 14 months of chemotherapy, surgery, radiotherapy and immunological treatment, I have returned to running using the C25K app (Jo Wiley is my woman). I carried on exercising all through diagnosis and treatment, but not running. I'm now on W4, R2 and so far, I am loving the programme, the positive encouragement from you all and being in this part of HealthUnlocked. Thank you for sharing your stories and wisdom.

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AK, you sound like you have been through one heck of a year... But look where you are now! Hopefully all the treatment is over & well into your recovery. Coming through that and now taking up this challenge is great, and will no doubt help you enjoy a very long and healthy future.... 🤞 👍💪🍀

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WhatsappGraduate

Well done, to find the time and energy to complete this after the arduous treatment programme you have been on. You are an inspiration!

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JonathanPGraduate

Thank you AnnaKarenina and all the best for your return to running and future graduation!

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IrishprincessGraduate

You are amazing! A huge well done 👏👏👏

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AnnaKarenina

Aw, you guys! Thank you for being so welcoming and encouraging. Rest day tomorrow (Zumba instead of running) and back out on Sunday to keep on keeping on.

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Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.

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

This plan is a brilliant way to build yourself back up after any illness or treatment. Just take it nice and steady. Slow running builds stamina.

Enjoy your journey.

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Ang33333Graduate

Well done you! Wish I'd had couch to 5k after my chemo, it's such a positive thing to do! 😁

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Tbae

You are an inspiration.💥👏👏

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