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So 8 1/2 months after starting the 9 week program W9 R3 is done - and wore my swim shorts for everyone!

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So that was it, the last run complete. After watching most of the posters I started this journey with back in May graduate several months ago it's finally my time.

I never did invest in proper run gear bar a flourescent top when the nights got dark and some sturdy Asics trainers after my hilarious gait analysis. The trusty swim shorts became like a mascot to me and stayed with me til the end!

The hot summer, world cup, boozy nights and chesty coughs all provided excuses to not run but eventually I ran out of excuses and got on with it.

Cheers to everyone on here, overwhelmingly positive and supportive, all earning my greatest respect though a barmy and bonkers bunch the lot of you.

Still a bit short of the 5k so will need to try for 33 or 35 minutes to get to that magic mark.

See you out there people, please forgive the panting, sputtering and wheezing. I'm not dying, I'm running!

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UnfitNoMore profile image
UnfitNoMoreGraduate

Congratulations! You’ve proven your commitment for sure and are rewarded with a fitter and healthier you... the best possible prize. Enjoy celebrating, bagging that 5k and celebrating some more!!

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IrunwithmydogGraduate

That's fantastic!! Well done you. Love the commitment and running in swimming shorts!! Bask in your glory and enjoy further runs.

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lexi6Graduate

Well done Rich. Those shorts, boy could they tell some stories eh?. I think they should be framed. 👍

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Blimey!!! Congratulations and ..errr... where is the photo ..of the shorts ?

bizteach profile image
bizteachGraduate

Whoop whoop well done you!! 👍

Yaaay

Congratulations

It’s s great day 👍😊🏃‍♂️

Getfitok profile image
GetfitokGraduate

Brilliant! Well done you,doesn’t matter how long it takes if you get there in the end 😀

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ButtercupKidGraduate

So proud of you ! Massive congratulations 🥇⭐️⭐️⭐️

Nita49 profile image
Nita49Graduate

Yey you did it👏

Well done and enjoy the rest of your running journey 🙌

Cwtch2018 profile image
Cwtch2018Graduate

Well done you

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