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April 2019. Graduation Badges.

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Hello everybody and welcome to April 2019. What a great time of year for runners, but wait... every month of the year is a great time for runners... just different 😀😀😀

Please leave your username here for me, so we can organise your well deserved Graduation badge.

We will try not to leave you waiting too long as we know how great it feels when your badge arrives.

Please feel free to download and save the above Graduation badge certificate that has been kindly designed by RunaroundSue

Don’t forget to look into the ‘What Next’ post

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...…….what-next

We would like to clarify the position of earning your Graduation badge.

To get your badge you will have completed the full training podcasts and be able to run for 30 min.

It does NOT matter if you cannot run 5 km; you are a graduate after running 30 min for three times.

To ensure that it is fair to everybody, please do not ask for your badge until you have completed Week 9 Run 3.

Many Congratulations and a Huge Well Done ! :-)

Please don't rush off from this forum too soon, our graduates bring a wealth of information, experience and encouragement to our new runners. We would love to read about your next steps, your challenges and how you overcame them, your successes and achievements etc.

As part of your future plans, why not join the C25k Quest, see the pinned posts for details🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻

Happy running everyone xxx

Oldfloss, RFC & Ju-Ju and Millsie-J xx

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Chris141Graduate

Chris141 Thnks I have graduated!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Chris141

Congratulations and well done.

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Chris141Graduate in reply to Oldfloss

Can you tell me when I will get my graduation badge please? Thanks!

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AMFitzGraduate

Completed the C25K at the start of March but managed to run the 5K for the first time yesterday. Very pleasantly surprised at how much I got out of doing it! Thanks for the support in here (I'm a lurker but I do read and pick up tips......)

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to AMFitz

Congratulations and well done!

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AMFitzGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you!

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BluebirdsGraduate

Not an April Fool - I have just completed C25K this morning 😄👟🎉🎓

So happy😄😁😃 Thanks for all the support!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Bluebirds

Congratulations and well done!

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BluebirdsGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you for my badge 👟❤️💕

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LiisaMGraduate

Ha-ha! Yes, some months you have to run with a snow shovel in front of you! Ha-ha!

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PurpleminiGraduate

Yeah just did my final run! I’m a graduate! Thanks ! Purplemini

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Purplemini

Congratulations and well done!

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EmerrobGraduate

Hi, I completed week 9 of c25k!!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Emerrob

Congratulations and well done!

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ThfcGraduate

Thfc finished this morning

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Thfc

Congratulations and well done!

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Joshsmum77Graduate

Joshsmum77 yhipeee graduates today and completed my first 5k😀😀

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Joshsmum77

Congratulations and well done!

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LadyvicksterGraduate

Hi completed W9R3 today! Ladyvickster. Thx

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Ladyvickster

Congratulations and well done!

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MosibylGraduate

I completed my final run (W9D3) yesterday! Thank you!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Mosibyl

Congratulations and well done!

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ActuallyGraduate

I completed week 9 run 3 a couple of weeks ago . I am continuing to run for about 35 mins. Haven't quite made it to to 5k, strava tells me I do 4 1/2 so I'm nearly there.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Actually

Congratulations and well done!

Just relax... and let it evolve:)

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Basil1066Graduate

I am delighted to say that this morning I completed my 3rd Run of Week 9....Big thanks to my Physio who advised on exercises for my back - now running virtually pain-free and, this great very supportive forum.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Basil1066

Congratulations and well done!

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LeahHGraduate

Hi. I have graduated! Thanks

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to LeahH

Congratulations and well done!

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GingercaGraduate

Hello there, I finished the final run of week 9 last week and have done 1 consolidation run! Still smiling and feeling so much better for it! Thanks for the advice and positive outlook all round 💚

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Gingerca

Congratulations and well done!

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Tansy28Graduate

I completed week 9 in March but only just got round to posting 🏃🏻‍♀️🎉

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Tansy28

Congratulations and well done!

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Catlady2019Graduate

I graduated last wednesday. So not technically in April. My username is Catlady2019.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Catlady2019

Congratulations and well done!

Hi Oldfloss, count me in for Graduation this month, I completed my C25K on 1st April and although I did fun a 39 minute park fun on my week 9 run 2 I have learned this was well over the 10% rule and should have walked once I reached the 30 minutes. I will hang out here though, still need some support and guidance. Cheers Jo

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Congratulations and well done! Do stay...this really is just the beginning of your running.. and there is so much support as you move on...I learn something new every day!

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Eky1Graduate

Eky1 I just completed Wk9 run 3! Just in time for bridge to 10k ✔️ 🏃‍♀️🎽🥇

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Eky1

Congratulations and Well done... but..maybe a little bit of consolidation first... you can jump in to Magic 10 after a couple of weeks after that.. All the plans will still be on here:)

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Nellbeelax

I graduated today! 😁😁

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Congratulations and well done!

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Caz79

Graduated today 🎉😁

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Caz79

Congratulations and well done!

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mebeforeyouGraduate

Just completed C25K today 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🥇🥇👏👏

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to mebeforeyou

Congratulations and well done!

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AirbenderGraduate

Graduated today, can I have a badge please, Steve

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Airbender

Congratulations and well done!

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Am93Graduate

Graduated last week after never thinking I would! 🎉 thanks to everyone for the advice that I read on here, I don’t post but I do search here when I’m struggling with something!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Am93

Congratulations and well done!

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Purple1808Graduate

Purple1808 I did it!! Fantastic programme. Thank you for changing my life and my shape 😊

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Purple1808

Congratulations and well done!

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RainybellaGraduate

rainybella1. I graduated today : ) L xx

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Congratulations and well done!

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IslesrunnerGraduate

islesrunner just graduated!!!!!

With a glorious run along the beach in fab sunshine ☀️

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Islesrunner

Congratulations and well done!

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IslesrunnerGraduate

Thank you for your help and support ❤️

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Islesrunner

You're welcome..it will be great to see where your running takes you next!

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IslesrunnerGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

A few consolidation runs, then a nice flat 5k official run with my first ever runner number 😁 I don’t care if I come last, the fact that I entered and can complete it is massive!

I want to speed up a little to do the 5k in 30 minutes eventually but all in good time 😊.

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IslesrunnerGraduate in reply to Islesrunner

😮 it says graduate next to my name!!!! 🙈 my name.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Islesrunner

It does..it DOES!!!! That's YOU!

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😭

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Islesrunner

Consolidation is the name of the game... 30 minute runs... short runs.. longer slower, just see where you get to, runs.

Those long slow runs, are the ones that build up distance and eventually speed...New routes too... and that PR.. just go and enjoy.. I am a lone runner.. but went along to try to get used to running with people before my first HM... they are so friendly and welcoming... that i have done three more and am doing anew one here at the Coast tomorrow.. :)

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IslesrunnerGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Which coast?

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Islesrunner

North Wales... Criccieth.. Park Run at Hafan Pwllheli..

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IslesrunnerGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

I’m north west on a Scottish island coast

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Islesrunner

Beautiful absolutely beautiful..I love the coast and the runs..we are lucky enough to have a holiday home overlooking the bay at Criccieth and the runs and the views are soul lifting! I bet you feel just the same:)

We come every other week as we care for small runner in training Tuesdays and Wednesdays.. so every other Thursday... here we are :)

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IslesrunnerGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Oh, totally uplifting! The endless white sandy beaches are heavenly (if a bit achy on the calves).

Yipee I’ve graduated! Thanks Oldfloss xx

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Here you are...Congratulations and well done!

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Citizen 64 - I graduated yesterday. Thanks to everyone in the forum for all the tips and advice. There was already an answer for every question I had along the way.

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Wonderful achievement Citizen64😃

Look forward to hearing about the next stage in your running journey!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Citizen64

Congratulations and well done!

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JellyJacGraduate

Jellyjac. Graduated this morning woohoo!

Thanks everyone!

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Great stuff Jellyjac

Hope you’re celebrating 🥳

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Thanks golden years. Yup champs and lindt bunnies at the ready

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Can’t fault you!

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Congratulations and well done!

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SeeJillRunGraduate in reply to JellyJac

Yay! Well done! 😃

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MedicineladyGraduate

Hello, Medicinelady here, I completed couch to 5k yesterday on 05/04/19 running my third 30 minute run and covering 4.26km in that time :-)

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Fantastic time and distance Medicinelady!

I’m on 3.96 and that’s including the walks! Hope to improve during consolidation run!

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Thank you GoldenYears and congratulations to you too for finishing! I really do think the distance will improve with practice, I think the only reason I'm going a bit further is that I took a few weeks longer to complete C25K so I've had plenty of extra runs!

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Congratulations and well done!

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MedicineladyGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you Oldfloss - I'm so pleased!

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SeeJillRunGraduate in reply to Medicinelady

Fantastic! Well done! 😃

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MedicineladyGraduate in reply to SeeJillRun

Thank you SeeJillRun!

Hi Oldfloss

Pleased to announce that I have completed the programme today!

Fantastic support, good advice and encouragement throughout - thank you so much. I feel that this is just the start of an enriched way of life!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Congratulations and well done!

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Congratulations! 😃

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Thanks SeeJillRun, still on a high at the moment!

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LadysilvernightGraduate

LadySilvernight I graduated today. Whoop whoop.

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Fantastic achievement Ladysilvernight.

Look forward to hearing about your consolidation runs now.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Ladysilvernight

Congratulations and well done!

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SeeJillRunGraduate in reply to Ladysilvernight

Congratulations! 😃

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Yoyo2019

Hi oldfloss. I’ve only gone and done it. W9R3 today. What an amazing feeling 😀 please can I have my badge.

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Well done Yoyo

I’m still celebrating from this morning! Hope you are too👩‍🎓

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Congratulations and well done!

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SeeJillRunGraduate in reply to Yoyo2019

Congratulations! 😃

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Yoyo2019

I am!!! I really am. 😀 I can’t stop smiling.

Congratulations to you fellow graduate 🎓

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SeeJillRunGraduate

I have officially graduated! I’m absolutely buzzing!! 😃😃😃

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to SeeJillRun

Congratulations and well done!

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SeeJillRunGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you! 😃

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MedicineladyGraduate in reply to SeeJillRun

Congratulations to you too!

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SeeJillRunGraduate in reply to Medicinelady

Thanks! 😃

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Yoyo2019 in reply to SeeJillRun

Congratulations. I’m not surprised you’re buzzing. It’s an amazing achievement. 🏅

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SeeJillRunGraduate in reply to Yoyo2019

Thanks! I can’t stop smiling 😂

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Loui180Graduate

Hi I’ve graduated last nite

Lou180

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Loui180

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Loui180

Congratulations and well done!

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Nikkip1Graduate

Hi, I graduated today - Nikkip1 😊 I have been quiet on here but i’ve really appreciated all the support all the way along. I always said I wasn’t a runner and didn’t enjoy it - not anymore!!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Nikkip1

Congratulations and well done!

Thanks Oldfloss, feel very proud to see graduate next to my name. I’m so pleased I did this programme.

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JaoJao

I cannot wait to get my badge, currently on W3. Thank you for sharing this x

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Ewg2000Graduate

I have graduated! Not doing 5k in 30 mins (usually 34 or 35) but yeah! Look forward to receiving my badge! Thank you :)

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Ewg2000

Congratulations and well done!

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OrangepastillGraduate

I’ve done it!!!!!!! Whoop! Go me! My son gave me a Double Decker as a reward... it was all worth it! 🤣🏃🏼‍♀️🏅

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Orangepastill

Congratulations and well done!

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1000mum000Graduate

1000mum000 graduation day personal best 33.31 5km run 🏃‍♀️

Thankyou for all the support

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to 1000mum000

Congratulations and well done!

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Meh204Graduate

Graduated today and ran 4.6k in 30 mins - going to keep going and hope to get to 5k soon!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Meh204

Congratulations and well done!

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LadyTWGraduate

Hi! I've just graduated! Yippee. Couldn't even run for a bus when I started! Wow x

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Congratulations and well done!

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ChristrfcGraduate

Graduated 3 weeks ago and have loved every minute of this programme 😁

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Congratulations and well done!

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chewie1970Graduate

Hi , I finished my C25K program yesterday with a time of 35 mins for 5k, i can't thank you guys enough for all the inspirational posts i read. So pleased to have made it

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to chewie1970

Congratulations and well done!

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Viv49Graduate

Super proud of myself, I now consider myself to be a runner!

My journey will continue, as I increase the distances. A 10k run is my goal for later this year. No time limits to achieve this, I will just keep putting one foot in front of the other.

Thanks to everyone who has helped my on my journey - we did it 💕🏃‍♀️💕🏃‍♀️💕🏃‍♀️💕🏃‍♀️💕🏃‍♀️

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Viv49

Congratulations and well done!

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ZiggaGraduate

I completed week 9, run 3 last Thursday after many false starts over the last few years. I'm new on here but appreciate all the support, everyone is very friendly 😃👍🏻

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Zigga

Congratulations and well done!

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Daisycat2Graduate

Hi, I completed week 9 today. Hurrah!

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Congratulations and well done!

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Peggy254Graduate

Graduated this morning ....

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Peggy254

Congratulations and well done!

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AlasdairWGraduate

Hey everyone! Thanks for all your help! I am now a graduate!

Man that feels good Mrs Robinson...

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to AlasdairW

Congratulations and well done! Keep calm Benjamin!!

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Madrigal65Graduate

Madrigal65, graduated this morning thanks to all the great advice and support from this group :-)

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Madrigal65

Congratulations and well done!

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J412Graduate

W9 r3 completed 😀😀 yay!! Like many of the people on this forum, I hadn't run since school and didn't think I could do this programme. I have found the advice, positivity and inspirational stories on this forum so helpful

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to J412

Congratulations and well done!

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supersallyGraduate

Supersally

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to supersally

Congratulations and well done you!

Just relax now as you move on... this is just the beginning... :)

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TreizeGraduate

Treize I did my Week 9 Run 3 today!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Treize

Okay! Congratulations and well done you!

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PurplenastyGraduate

Purplenasty completed W9R3 today

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Purplenasty

Congratulations and well done!

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MollyinBlackGraduate

Graduated at around 7am this morning. Wish it had been a bright Spring-like day but, even though it was dull grey with a mist of rain, I couldn't stop smiling!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to MollyinBlack

Congratulations and well done! It was a dark Winter's morning when I graduated in 2015 and I remember that feeling so well. Well done you!

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HorsehobbyGraduate

Horsehobby - thank you I have graduated!!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Horsehobby

Congratulations and well done!

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SummernightsGraduate

I completed c25k last Sunday and just did a run today with my son which was a full 5k, took 32.30 so really pleased with that.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Summernights

Congratulations and well done!

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SummernightsGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thanks. Next goal Easter parkrun!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Summernights

Slow, steady and enjoy! x

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SummernightsGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thanks, will follow tips as always.

I have just completed w9r3! How do I claim my graduate status?!

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Congratulations and well done!

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Thank you!

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Thank you too :) So great to have a thank you... it makes us admins feel good :)

Well done ! You have done brilliantly !

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Kayos1Graduate

Completed!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Kayos1

Congratulations and well done!

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Running_girlGraduate

I graduated last night :)

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Running_girl

Congratulations and well done!

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nif100Graduate

got to W8R3 now app not working. Running with watch for last 3 runs will I still get a badge next week when I complete the last 3 on my own?

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to nif100

You will x

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Cosmo501Graduate

I did it! Graduated! Wk9 Run3 was this morning in the wind and drizzle. Love running in the cold weather though because it keeps my cheeks to a rosy red rather than beetroot purple! Looking forward to consolidating for a bit then going on Bridge to 10K. I only managed 4.2k but it was a good pace for me.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Cosmo501

Congratulations and well done!

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LovemyrunGraduate

I just had my graduation run in the rain and blooming loved it.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Lovemyrun

Congratulations and well done!

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Batman1979Graduate

Completed W9R3 on Saturday :)

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Batman1979

Congratulations and well done!

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CarlosbrownGraduate

Hello there....it's Carlosbrown here.

I've just finished my w9r3 and am over the moon. Never thought I'd say I've graduated. Thank you it has been brilliant x

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Carlosbrown

Congratulations and well done!

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CarlosbrownGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you very much x

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RubinstarGraduate

Rubinstar, I have finally graduated 🤩🏃‍♀️🍾 5.25 km and Im so happy. Still have moments when I doubt my ability and I Slow down and change my mindset!!

I finished feeling really good tonight 🏅

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Rubinstar

Congratulations and well done!

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SimplesimGraduate

I’ve done it just completed week 9 run 3,

I am a Graduate

Thank you to everyone for the support could not have done it without you!

I feel amazing!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Simplesim

... and so you should... Congratulations and well done!

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C25kswGraduate

C25ksw I graduated on Monday after completing the 3rd run of week 9! Can’t believe I’ve done it! X

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to C25ksw

Congratulations and well done!

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Yeti5Graduate

Good morning Oldfloss.

I have completed W9R3 and am feeling mighty pleased with myself!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Yeti5

Congratulations and well done!

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Conor999

Conor999 - I have graduated - used to hate running but now feeling great and moved on to 10k runs!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Conor999

Congratulations and well done! Consolidation now... lots of it and then take a peek at the What's Next? Pinned post!

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JlpacpetpsjpiapGraduate

I did it at the end of March, but didn't realise you could get a badge! Have repeated the run about 5 times to try and get to 5k but not there yet. One day! Thanks for all the support.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Jlpacpetpsjpiap

Congratulations and well done! Just get in plenty of consolidation.. short runs, longer runs.. different routes and 30 minute runs... you will find your strength and stamina continue to build and distance and speed may follow)

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Big_redGraduate

Hi, did my final run yesterday. Could I have a ‘graduate’ by my name please. Now I just have to get a bit faster.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Big_red

Congratulations and well done! If you build on the start you've made..then all things are possible.

Consolidation now. ..short routes...linger routes...30 minute runs and different routes.Stamina and strength need to build up more...and strangely...it is the longer slower runs that build up speed and distance.

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JohnseyGraduate

Completed my week 9 run 3 today

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Johnsey

Congratulations and well done.

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JohnseyGraduate

Thank you for my badge

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Booboo638

I have graduated!!!

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Booboo638Graduate

Booboo638 graduated r9 w3

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Booboo638

Congratulations and well done.

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ShabryncoGraduate

Hi, I completed my last run today!! Wasn't an easy journey but I did it! I'm so proud of myself 😊

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Shabrynco

Congratulations and well done. You should be proud,, brilliant!

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Oxy237Graduate

Oxy237 has just completed my last run of C25K! Never thought I could do it, so thankful for all the support.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Oxy237

Congratulations and well done!

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RunmumsyrunGraduate

Good Afternoon. I completed W9 R3 this morning...yay! I actually enjoyed this morning's run and have stopped clock watching and counting down the minutes. Not quite running 5K yet but nearly there.

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Congratulations and well done!

I’ve gone and done it!!! Graduated today 😊🏃‍♀️😊

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Congratulations and well done!

Omg! I’ve got a graduate badge!! Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!! 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

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Yeaaaaaaayyyyyy🏃‍♀️🌻🎂🙃

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Pidgypoos. Pleased to say that I've completed W9R3 👏🤸‍♀️

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Congratulations and well done!

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Hi, I am Custard66 and I have just graduated

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Congratulations and well done!

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SharsX Yippee add me the list! Only managed 4.8k on the last run that took me about probably 13/14 weeks but so so so happy W9R3 in the bag!!! Roll on next week - consolidation begins ....🏃‍♀️

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Congratulations and well done!

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Please add mee i completed w9r3 on 31 March. Shegoora.

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Congratulations and well done!

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I’ve completed W9 R3 this morning 🏆⭐️😍

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Congratulations and well done!

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Thank you so much!

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Welcome.. well done you!

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Thank you!

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Jadamski

Jadamsky

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Jadamski

Hi..

Just wondering.. have you completed the C25K plan... sometimes folk post on here and we're not sure?

Thanks:)

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PhilraGraduate

I completed the C25k prog today in glorious sunshine - I feel great😊

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Congratulations and well done!

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JuststartedtorunGraduate

juststartedto run here.. I've completed C25K today. Thanks.

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Congratulations and well done!

Spartacus1st here. I did my first park run this morning and completed week 9 day 3 run at the same time, a great way to start the weekend! Thanks for all of the support from this forum for getting me off the couch!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Congratulations and well done!

It seems a bit daft to be bothered when I have my 10 k and 10 mile graduate badges- but my original one has disappeared and it is bothering me! Could I have it back please?

H x

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Congratulations and well done! Again, my lovely friend ! :)

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Thank you!

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Welcome... just standing waiting for rhubarb to simmer.. so catching up on badges:)

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Mmm. Don't take your eye off it!

I'm making lamb with rhubarb for supper later :)

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That sounds delicious..I would love the recipe??? Please..x

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No recipe really, I just put a glove of garlic- cut in half, rosemary, some rhubarb, red wine and seasoning in the pan and let it make gravy. It was tasty :)

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Yummy.. going to try that one! Thanks x

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Today I finally graduated! :D

Best feeling in the world!

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Congratulations and well done!

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Plantpot666Graduate

managed to finish W9 R3 🥳👣🏃🏻‍♂️

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Congratulations and well done!

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PhilraGraduate

Graduated this morning. Eagerly badge 😊

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Congratulations and well done!

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PhilraGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thanks for applying the badge. Appreciated.

Phil

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...you are most welcome...well done, and thank you for saying thanks too.

It is greatly appreciated by us Admins.. x

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Graduated yesterday at my local Parkrun! Thanks so much for all the support from yourself and the rest of the admin team over these past weeks.

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Congratulations and well done!

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danstephens09

Hi finally did it . Completed final run yesterday. Thanks for all the support.

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Congratulations and well done!

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FRM22

Yeah finished C25K this morning, all 9 weeks done, all runs completed without stopping. Very, very happy creamy achy lady. Please may I have my badge!

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Congratulations and well done!

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stupendous82

Stupendous82 has graduated!!

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Congratulations and well done!

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SplatfinkGraduate

I've just graduated! Will keep training to improve my speed and distance!

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Congratulations and well done!

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hccouchto5kGraduate

Hi where do you get a graduation badge from please for couchto5k? Thanks

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Right here...Congratulations and well done!

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Hi I have graduated today. Name is Varun Kaushal

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Congratulations and well done!

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Thank you for all the support over these few weeks

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... welcome... and....guess what..this goes on... and we will be right there with you:)

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Thank you and hope so as now I have a very optimistic goal to run a Marathon next year. Having never run 5K in my life before. Thanks to you and all the members again.

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A big goal... :) I ran my first HM a few weeks ago ..it was such fun.. Lots of consolidation now , try different routes,short runs, longer and plenty of 30 minutes. Then take a peek at the What's Next post... lots of ideas there.

Then...maybe head to Bridge to 10K and the Magi 10 plan it is excellent and there are loads of us there...ready to help. Meantime.. take a peek at this...

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

if you go onto the Quest it gets you into your goals and there is lots of support there too:)

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Completed run 3 of week 9 this morning,

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Congratulations and well done!

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TigerisbackGraduate

Hi Just read the link you gave very informative do you think Marathon over achieving goal. Should I try for half marathon rather. What app is best for B210k? Thanks in advance i know i am asking too many questions.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Tigerisback

10K first.. and Magic 10 on Bridge to 10K is wonderful...after some consolidation..

healthunlocked.com/bridgeto...

....a Half marathon first is a great start after that...it gets you going... and although 21.09 K does not seem a lot.. believe me... those last few Ks are hard:)

And you ask as many questions as you care to.. that's what we are here for:)

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GreenpantsGraduate

Completed W9R3 on C25K! Greenpants here

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Congratulations and well done!

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Louise148Graduate

Just completed week 9 run 3 👌

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Congratulations and well done!

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TonyZGraduate

Hi, I completed the final run of c25k week 9 yesterday. Thanks .

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Congratulations and well done!

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Dondew01Graduate

I have just completed the C25k. I am so pleased with myself!

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Congratulations and well done!

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XBeccaXGraduate

Hi I’ve completed W9R3 of C25K 👍🏻

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Congratulations and well done!

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nif100Graduate

Nif100 has today completed my final run 3 of week 9. Have completed couch to 5K

thankyou

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Congratulations and well done!

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lizzierunningGraduate

Hi, I did my 30 mins today! Yay! (very very slowly mind you) Lizzierunning indeedy.

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Congratulations and well done!

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Squishymchuffin I graduated today!! 😁😁😁😁😁

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Congratulations and well done!

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notreallymeGraduate

Hi. Just done w9r3. Can I have heaps of admiration and adulation please? Oh, and a 'graduate' badge! Thanks.

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Congratulations and well done!

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I’ve completed Week 9 run 3 on 16/4. Please can I have my graduation badge?

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Congratulations and well done!

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Nannyto2Graduate

Hello to all the administrators

I've completed the C25k week 9 run 3, graduation run this morning 😊

Could I have my graduate badge please.

Thank you' this programme and support is amazing!

Winter 76

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Congratulations and well done!

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Runfatgirlrun71Graduate

Hoorah ! Just finished week 9 run 3! Can I please have a badge :)

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Yeah well done you!

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Congratulations and well done!

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FRM22

Hi

Posted on Sunday morning that I had completed the week 3 run 3 graduation run and you responded but no badge yet,

Please may I have my graduation badge and thank you for all the support and help from the forum😁

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Congratulations and well done!

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Thank you very much ⭐️

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Sorry I missed you...Sunday was Mr OF Birthday...and there are a lot of you.😉

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Mrs-KGLGraduate

Graduated today ... feel so proud of myself ; I’ve never been a “runner” but I feel that’s gonna change

Thank you couch 2 5k

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Congratulations and well done!

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Legp13Graduate

Hi, I’ve completed the c25k, just done 2 parkruns too.

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Congratulations and well done!

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Hi

I seem to have lost my graduate badge I earnt it back in March.

Could you put it back on please :)

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Congratulations and well done!

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Mrs_McCollGraduate

Mrs_McColl Graduated today! Thanks

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Congratulations and well done!

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Mrs_McCollGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you so much x

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HighburyjogGraduate

Highburyjog Thanks it has taken a little bit longer than 9 weeks (due to some v.heavy colds) but I have completed all the runs up to and including w9r3. Feeling much fitter as a result. I think I may have graduated.

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I think you may! Congratulations and well done!

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Mowgli6Graduate

Hi all, completed w9r3 this morning, bit longer than 9 weeks but really proud. Thank you all for your support.

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Congratulations and well done!

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Poppins93Graduate

I’ve completed it!

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Congratulations and well done!

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FoodbabyGraduate

Just completed w9r3 👍

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Congratulations and well done!

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GeordiehousewifeGraduate

Geordiehousewife has graduated today

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She has! Congratulations and well done!

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Cherublizzie. I graduated today eeek! Thank you x

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Eeeeeeek! Congratulations and well done!

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MinnietizGraduate

Graduated on Wednesday and I have enjoyed every minute of it. I never thought at the beginning that I would complete the 9 weeks. But here I am.

Thanks, couldn’t have done it without this forum. 😄

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Congratulations and well done!

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Laura922Graduate

Hi, I completed C25K today! Thanks

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! Congratulations and well done!

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OrangepastillGraduate

Not sure how to get my graduate badge?! But it sounds super! Xxx

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Congratulations and well done!

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rustywheelsGraduate

Finished C25K today with my second parkrun and even shaved 1.5 mins off my PB at 31'52". Thanks for the support!

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Congratulations and well done!

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snagsbosonGraduate

I graduated a few weeks ago on a treadmill whilst working offshore with no internet. Signed up for the YWP 5k in October and registered for Parkrun. Now to get my road running legs!

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Congratulations and well done!

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GreywindGraduate

I completed W9R3 today..I'm hoping this is where I reply !

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Congratulations and well done!

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mik050Graduate

Mik050. Completed W9R3. Graduated

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Congratulations and well done!

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RedheadandfortyGraduate

I finished my C25K a week last Tuesday and have continued doing 30 mins runs every other day.

Really pleased since I have never run before 🏃🏾‍♂️🏃🏾‍♂️🏃🏾‍♂️

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Congratulations and well done !

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Thank you so so enjoying it 🏃🏾‍♂️🏃🏾‍♂️🏃🏾‍♂️

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Cardigirl

Completed the C25K yesterday out on the beach. Super chuffed!

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Congratulations and well done !

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Cardigirl

Completed the C25K on the beach yesterday with a 30 min run! Super chuffed. 🤗

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Morning. I recently graduated from C25K and yesterday did my 1st park run

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Congratulations and well done!

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CrazyDogLady19Graduate

I have graduated, cannot wait for my badge. Thank you 😊

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Congratulations and well done!

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Thank you so much ☺️

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NeadogGraduate

I graduated this morning- completed w9r3. Can't believe I did it. Such a beautiful morning to be out running 😊.

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Congratulations and well done!

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Lola9631Graduate

Hello, I’ve graduated today, programme complete, so would love to have my badge please (Lola 9631)

Thank you

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Congratulations and well done!

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SaltdogGraduate

Saltdog. I completed it this morning and feel fantastic! Thanks to the forum and thanks to the app, I am now a runner. Now to work on pace........

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Congratulations and well done!

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SaltdogGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you so much for the badge!! I'll display it with pride!!

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samEsaundersGraduate

Hi my username is SamEsaunders. I've just graduated C25K. Please can you send me my graduation badge?

Thanks

Sam

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Congratulations and well done!

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Sunshine1803Graduate

Sunshine1803....I’ve graduated!

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Congratulations and well done!

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Sezzy70Graduate

Woo hoo ! I have completed this morning !

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Firsttimerunner89Graduate in reply to Sezzy70

Well done!!! Was rather warmer today!! X

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Congratulations and well done!

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Firsttimerunner89Graduate

All done and graduated!!!!!

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Congratulations and well done.

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indonesieGraduate

Indonesie - I got there!

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Congratulations and well done!!

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MrssquirrellGraduate

Hi I completed W9R3 on Saturday and then this morning ran 5k for the first time!

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Congratulations and well done!

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Capri72Graduate

Yay!! Done it- week 9 run 3 conquered:)

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Congratulations and well done!

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bananaheadGraduate

Hi, Bananahead here. I graduated in Saturday. Thanks for adminning this forum. It's a great support.

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Congratulations and well done!

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Run_Mummy_RunGraduate

Still can’t believe it, but I graduated on Saturday! Thanks for all the support and tips on here, so good!

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Congratulations and well done!

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SunismilzGraduate

Hi

I have just completed W9R3 and have graduated!! I am still a bit slow and cannot run 5k in 30mins but I intend to keep going.... hopefully my fitness will improve and I will get faster!

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Congratulations and well done!

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primaballerina

Hello Admins, and guardian of the 'graduation' badges.... I am please to report that I have completed (two days before my 50th) all my runs in my 9 weeks of Couch 2 5K, including a very hard Week 9 of 3 x 30 mins.

Thank you all on this Forum for fabulous positive support throughout... I hope I can continue to contribute to encourage others on here too.

Kind regards

Prima Ballerina x

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Congratulations and well done!

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Hsmith9 - I can’t believe I’ve done it! Thank you 😃😃😃

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Congratulations and well done!

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Fairywhite

Thanks!

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Congratulations and well done!

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NotnowdearGraduate

I did my graduation run last Thursday and am now going to finally go public with family and friends, woop

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Go you..loud and proud! Congratulations and well done!

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Green5Graduate

I graduated a few weeks ago on a treadmill but now love running outside with my collie. Although I have never posted on this forum it had been a great motivator to read other people's posts so thank you to everyone who's tales of achievement and perseverance have kept me going. 🏃‍♀️🐾😊

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Congratulations and well done!

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AntypodeGraduate

I finished run 9.3 an hour ago, so please badge me!

Very happy to have finished... first parkrun on Saturday 🙂

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Congratulations and well done!

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GotTheZoomiesGraduate

GotTheZoomies - completed week 9 yesterday!

Thanks!

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Congratulations and well done!

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katherinejane1Graduate

Wahoo!! I did it, please can I have my badge? 🏅

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Congratulations and well done!

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Thank you! 🙏

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GreysurferGraduate

Hi

I have now completed W9 R3 plus another 30 minute run. Doing my first Park Run on Saturday - feeling a little apprehensive about being good enough.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Greysurfer

Congratulations and well done! Just run gently...no records to break.. walk if you need to..:)

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JosenGraduate

Completed W9R3 on Monday 🏃‍♀️ Josen x

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Congratulations and well done!

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janus34Graduate

Corujas, I have graduated today w9r3 !

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Congratulations and well done!

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Thank you 😊

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BigLebowskiGraduate

I completed W9R3 of the NHS C25K programme at 04h10 MST (mountain standard time in Canada) this morning, 23 April 2019.

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Congratulations and well done!

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Thank you.

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Julia187Graduate

Pretty chuffed to say I completed C25K this morning, over the moon is an understatement!!

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Congratulations and well done!

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Thank you x

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... and thank you :) It is nice to be appreciated:) x

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You guys do a great job running this forum, such a nice friendly place to come and get advice, in this day and age of trolls great to feel safe 😊

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RunMitchRun

R3 W9 completed today!

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Congratulations and well done!

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Hippychick7Graduate

Hello! I have graduated and took part in my first 5k park run on Saturday. 😊

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Congratulations and well done!

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BandEiGraduate

Hi I have finished the programme this morning.

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Congratulations and well done!

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Thank you! Reading the daily emails kept me going!

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Craig-14Graduate

Hi I’ve just finished this programme - Craig-14

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Congratulations and well done!

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futurefitGraduate

Hello this is futurefit and I just graduated with my week 9 run 3! Yippee! 🏃‍♀️🏆👍👏 Thank you!

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futurefitGraduate

Hi I’m futurefit and have just graduated with my week 9 run 3! Thank you!

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Congratulations and well done!

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futurefitGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thanks so much Oldfloss! X

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to futurefit

Thank you... nice to know that folk appreciate the forum family:)

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TheGoodWillOutGraduate

Graduated today. Week9 run 3 you’re outta here! So happy to join this list of fantastic people.

To those just starting, keep at it, those in the middle, you can do it and those near the end, you’re almost there. It’s an amazing feeling completing the final run.

Good luck all

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to TheGoodWillOut

Congratulations and well done!

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RunSamRunGraduate

R3 W9 Completed yesterday in Maryborough, Queensland. Have loved doing C25K & completed my first Park Run last Saturday!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to RunSamRun

Congratulations and well done!

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TinyRunnerGraduate

I have just completed my graduation run! Woohooooo! I am genuinely amazed and thrilled that I stuck to it but I did and I'm now (almost) enjoying it! 😁 TinyRunner is now into consolidation! Thanks for all the tip tips and advice xxx

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to TinyRunner

Congratulations and well done!

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TinyRunnerGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you - it's so much easier to stick to it with the forum support - I certainly will be sticking around! 🏃‍♀️

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marceloribas78Graduate

I completed the last run this morning! I ended up running for 38 minutes to

get to 5k!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to marceloribas78

Congratulations and well done!

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nikkydGraduate

I completed my last run this morning, got to week 8 run 1 last year, then got an injury, came back to it again this year & I’m chuffed to bits to have achieved it 🏃‍♂️😊

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to nikkyd

Congratulations and very,very well done!

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BoxingfitGraduate

Boxingfit I graduated this morning 😁

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Boxingfit

Congratulations and very well done!

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BoxingfitGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you

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clairer6873Graduate

Hello, I've completed W9R3 today, so I'm now a graduate 😁 I plan to keep on running, but I'm going to stick with 30 mins for a few more weeks until I feel more comfortable, then I think I'll try to add 2 mins on to my runs each week after that. I'll have a look at the forums for continuing, but for now.. I'm going to catch a flight to Bali 🏝

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to clairer6873

Congratulations and well done!

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Keston54Graduate

Hi I completed W9 R3 today! And a parkrun last Saturday in 38 mins! I will definitely be sticking with the forum for more tips and helpful advice. I may even be able to share some of my experience with brand new runners. I still feel like a newbie myself 🐰🐰🤗🤗🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Keston54

Congratulations and well done! This is just the beginning of a great running adventure!

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RsoozeGraduate

I’ve just graduated today!! Whoop whoop 🙌🏻 can’t wait for my badge☺️

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Rsooze

Congratulations and well done!

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KazunfitGraduate

Thanks I have graduated too

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Kazunfit

Congratulations and well done!

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purplewalkerGraduate

Purplewalker. Graduated today. Badge would be lovely when you have time.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to purplewalker

Congratulations and well done!

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FranglaiseGraduate

Good morning.

I have completed c25k this morning with w9r3. Please can I have my badge? Many thanks in advance.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Franglaise

Congratulations and well done!

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TimeoffGraduate

I did my last run, W9R3, this morning & have been droning on about it to anyone who will listen (fewer & fewer people) ever since. Please can I have my badge. Thanks.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Timeoff

Congratulations and well done!

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PrettyrandomGraduate

Prettyrandom - done it and thank you. This is a brilliant forum

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Prettyrandom

Congratulations and well done!

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emmat7

emmat7 I have graduated many thanks for every support it’s brilliant please may I have my badge

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to emmat7

Congratulations and well done!

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Dory_Graduate

Hi I completed run 3 of week 9! Could I graduate please? X 😊

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Dory_

Congratulations and well done!

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TrazjGraduate

Hi Trazj here

I’ve just completed run three of week nine

In nine weeks

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Trazj

Congratulations and well done!

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AakkGraduate

Just completed C25K! W9R3 done this morning, carried on running to get to 5K 32m50sec, and I upped the speed gradually throughout, finishing at a sprint (well a sprint for me anyway 😆). I feel terrific! So pleased.😊🏃🏃🏃🎉

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primaballerina in reply to Aakk

What a super way to finish. Seriously cool!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Aakk

Congratulations and well done!

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AakkGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you, that looks so good!

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Zippy17726

Hi , I have completed week9run3 and completed the c25k. I also managed to get to the full 5k in 38 mins even in storm Hannah! Yay!! 😊😊🎉🎉

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Zippy17726

Congratulations and well done!

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Zippy17726 in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you!

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Samb76Graduate

Samb76 graduated W9R3 today

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Samb76

Congratulations and well done!

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Firefly18Graduate

Hi, I have completed the programme today! Ran a further 7 mins as I really wanted to complete a 5k. Think I deserve a badge please :)

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Firefly18

Congratulations and well done!

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CharliemomGraduate

Completed Week9Run3 today, in what seemed like gale force winds. Plowed through it and pleased as punch that I’m a graduate. Thanks this has been a great experience. Looking forward to Couch to 5K +

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Charliemom

Congratulations and well done!

Plenty of consolidation first. New routes..short routes..longer routes and 30 minute runs...C25K+ is great..but challenging and teaches us a lot about the discipline in our running😊

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Lardylady1694Graduate

Lardylady1694. Yay I have GRADUATED today. Last run done.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Lardylady1694

Congratulations and well done!

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Manxy72Graduate

Manxy72 has graduated, just finished Run3 of week 9 this morning!!! yay, feel amazing

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Manxy72

Congratulations and well done!

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Manxy72Graduate in reply to Oldfloss

thank you, couldn't have done it without this website.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Manxy72

But you did it! And the good news is, this is just the beginning and we will be right here with you as you move on :)

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ExiledInBrumGraduate

Just graduated today!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to ExiledInBrum

Congratulations and well done!

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AllyChristinaGraduate

I completed this morning! It took me longer than planned to get here (life kept getting in the way) but I'm so glad to have finally graduated

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to AllyChristina

Congratulations and well done!

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siwhiteGraduate

To the tune of 'My Way' And now, the end is here, and so I face my graduation. (apologies to Frank Sinatra). All done and now onto consolidation mode :)

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to siwhite

Congratulations and well done!

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marsopGraduate

Completed this afternoon! It was a tough run, but I made it!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to marsop

Congratulations and well done!

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Mumof4-Graduate

Hi I graduated in April.

Mumof 4

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Mumof4-

Congratulations and well done!

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jaybrass73Graduate

Hi, I’ve completed W9R3 today and graduated! It’s jaybrass73

Many thanks!!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to jaybrass73

Congratulations and well done!

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jaybrass73Graduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you!

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Motiv8me1978Graduate

I have finally done it!!!

Graduated 😁

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Motiv8me1978

Congratulations and well done!

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Motiv8me1978Graduate

Me please 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️ I’ve finally 👩‍🎓🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️ the c25k. Love Jo Wiley so much I may keep her as my running companion!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Motiv8me1978

Congratulations and well done!

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Simon_teeGraduate

How do I get a graduated badge ?

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Simon_tee

Like this.... magic! Congratulations and well done!

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Simon_teeGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you

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Run_GoshGraduate

Hi, completed this morning 😁😁 Run_Gosh Thank you!!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Run_Gosh

Congratulations and well done!

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NeptuneGGraduate

What is a graduation badge? Also how do I graduate? (I graduate in 20 days but I feel like I should know what these things are now 😅)

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to NeptuneG

Is is a small grey smudge saying, Graduate, which will be added to your name when you Graduate. For many folk it is priceless!

I know how I felt when it appeared by my name in 2015! Best Christmas gift to myself, that year :)

Then, after you Graduate, when you move on... new badges replace the different stages of your adventures... e.g. Graduate 10...for 10K, 10 miles...when you complete 10 miles...Half Marathon... and ultimately, Marathon...Each time you achieve a new level, your old badge is replaced...

I jokingly, get a bit miffed, because as an Administrator, that is my only badge which will show..., so although I have moved through the levels... only I know that... but, that's all that matters really :)

So, looking forward to granting your badge in 20 days, when the pinned link will say... May Graduation Badges!

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NeptuneGGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you!! I am looking forward to graduating and now the badge will motivate today's run!

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Run12345Graduate

Run12345. I’ve graduated! Thanks!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Run12345

Congratulations and well done!

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runningdadGraduate

Completed W9R3 today and feel fantastic!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to runningdad

Congratulations and well done!

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notreallymeGraduate

Left a message here about doing w9r3 a few weeks ago. Do I have to something else to graduate? Cheers.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to notreallyme

Sorry... I congratulated you, but did not assign your badge..we can go a bit befuddled after a lot of badge requests flood in..Huge well done and apologies for the delay...🍾😊

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notreallymeGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thanks. I'm very grateful for all the effort that the volunteers on here put in.

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MeddieBGraduate

MeddieB has run for 30mins three times in week 9!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to MeddieB

Congratulations and well done!

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OrangePeacockGraduate

Hi Oldfloss.

I finished run 3 of week 9 today, WOOHOO. So happy to have achieved this.

Please can you organise my graduation badge.

Thank you 😀

OrangePeacock.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to OrangePeacock

Congratulations and well done!

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Wavey16Graduate

Hello. Just completed Week 9 Run 3 😀 Can I have my graduation badge please

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Wavey16

Congratulations and well done!

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Wiggy-GiggyGraduate

Wiggy-Giggy - I completed W9R3 this morning, my third 30 minute run and I have now graduated whoop-whoop!!!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Wiggy-Giggy

Congratulations and well done!

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Wiggy-GiggyGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Why thank you!

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YogaandrunGraduate

I graduated this morning , yay !

Love it. Thanks for all you guys do

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Yogaandrun

Congratulations and well done!

Completed my final run W9R3 today! Just made it into April 😊😁😎

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Congratulations and well done!

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janus2headsGraduate

Hi, I graduated a couple of days ago, can you sort badge please 😀

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to janus2heads

Congratulations and well done!

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JaoJao

My goal is to get my Graduate badge in June 😊 That’s when I turn 40 🙈

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Got2Week7Graduate

Hi. I graduated on Sunday, April 28th. Can’t believe I did it. Thanks.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Got2Week7

Congratulations and well done!

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Lijo18Graduate

Just completed wk 9 run 3. Can I have my graduation badge please? ☺

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Lijo18

Congratulations and well done!

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ejvcrunsGraduate

Hi I graduated long ago now but can I have my badge back please Oldfloss?

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to ejvcruns

Hello!!!! This is fantastic... where have you been and how are you ... we have missed you!!! It is great to have you back... we are all still here! Older, slower... or maybe that is just me!!!

Lovely to have you here... and looking forward to updates!!!! xxxxx

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Sea-runGraduate

Just completed W9 R3 and graduated! So excited 😊

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Sea-run

Congratulations and well done!

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Sea-runGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you! 😊

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Ab23sGraduate

Me please! Creeping in at the last day of April! Thank you for organising the badges.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Ab23s

Congratulations and well done!

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Scatty1969Graduate

I completed my c25k this week, how do I get my graduate badge? I’m so proud of myself ! Never in a million years did I think I could do it!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Scatty1969

Congratulations and well done!

Hello, i graduated about 3 weeks ago (running 4.5k in 30 mins) and i'm still waiting for my Graduate badge next to my name. Sorry this sounds like i'm complaining. I'm not, i'm just Soooooo excited!! :)

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Not sure if you posted on here... I couldn't find you..but here you are... apologies for the delay... Congratulations and well done!

in reply to Oldfloss

Thanks Old Floss 😃

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Janiec123

Graduate! Hello! Only just leant about this pinned post. I graduated in April! Still in shock that I can run for 30mins non stop !

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Janiec123

Congratulations and well done you...!

Hi, I finished C5K on 21 April and have just completed a Parkrun running the whole way in just over 35 mins. It took me a bit longer than 9 weeks, actually 11 months, but I got there. Most weeks I could only do one run a week, and I repeated the early weeks where each run was different. I had been losing condition due to Chronic Fatigue, which was causing various problems. 14 years ago, before CFS hit, I wanted to be able to run 1 mile, now I can run 3, something I never thought I’d be able to do.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to

Congratulations and well done you.

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BobbypizzaGraduate

BobbyPizza here. Graduated on the 7th of April. what a journey! now training for my 10k in June!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Bobbypizza

Congratulations and well done you.

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ThesingingrunnerGraduate

Hi- I graduated on 28th April but have only just joined the group. please can I have a graduation badge? Thanks

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to Thesingingrunner

Congratulations and well done!

Hi, I thought I have reported my completion of C25K some time ago, (April) but still not marked as Graduate, do I need to do something else?

I now run for 30 minutes 2/3 Times a week using either wk9 Laura or a timed music background. Feeling more confident and when ready will go forward but happy where I am for now!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to

You have Graduate by your name..are you on a phone ..or main computer..some times Badge does not show up on some phones..

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MorethanconquerorsGraduate

Hi there I completed week 9 run 3 today successfully :) Can I graduate please?!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Sorry..took a while to find you....we are on the June Graduation badges now...

Congratulations and well done!

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