Running through my grief made me feel better.

[Gwennyjenny]

Sadly my mum passed away on Saturday evening with me and my family by her side. I was due to do run 1 of week 8 yesterday but couldn't face it. I woke up today feeling numb and in shock and through all the messages of condolences popped up an email from healtunlocked. I read through some of the messages went upstairs and changed into my running gear.

I have just got back from my 28 minute run with a clearer head and a determination to lace up my trainers every other day and keep running.

It would be really easy to give up right now and let life's events stop my from completing this program but I know mum would like me to carry on. So that it what I intend to do.

[backintime Graduate]

so sorry for your loss! life is so hard sometimes.

having something to do has always helped me get through the difficult times and if running is what helps then hang on to it.

hang in there and take care of yourself through this difficult time

[Gwennyjenny Graduate in reply to backintime]

Thank you for your reply backintime. Sorry it has taken so long to acknowledge it.Your kind words mean a lot.

[Hidden]

I'm so sorry for your loss, loosing someone you love is never easy, I can only imagine how your feeling right now. I'm sure no words will make you feel better right now, but try to take some comfort in knowing that you and your family were there for her when it mattered the most. Make sure you take time to greave and look after yourself. My thoughts are with you and your family 🌹

[Gwennyjenny Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Thank you for your kind words Shar71

[Mammybear]

Hi so sorry for your loss and very well done for getting back on it! I lost my mam not long ago and I totally agree with the benefits of exercise to cope with what's going on mentally. Keep going and best of luck to you through it all x

[Gwennyjenny Graduate in reply to Mammybear]

Thank you Mammybear x

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate]

So sorry for your loss Gwennyjenny, your mum is the person you would turn to, to help you through tough times.

Do carry on, finding comfort and solace in your running, taking your mum with you, and do it for her as well as for you.

Take care.💞xxx

[Gwennyjenny Graduate in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

Thank you Bluebirdrunner. I will carry on. I appreciate your kind words.

[Debston Graduate]

Sorry to hear your sad news, it must be a very tough time for you. Be kind to yourself and if running helps you in your grief, then go for it. But also cut yourself some slack if you need to.

[Gwennyjenny Graduate in reply to Debston]

Thank you Debston x

[Mike_Bravo Graduate]

I'm really sorry for your loss Gwennyjenny , I'm really happy that running is helping. I'm so glad we're able to support you in some sense.

I know it's not quite the same but half the reason I'm running again is because it's a welcome distraction from me waiting to find out if I've inherited a genetic mutation that'll cause me to get MND or FTD in later years. Running really is a fantastic thing. Long walks can almost do the same but I don't think as well as a jog can.

[DiscoRunner Graduate]

So sorry to hear you lost your mum, such a sad time. But it is important to look after ourselves when grieving, I think the shock of loss can really effect our health, so running for you & your mum is really important. Well done for getting back out there. All love to you x

[Gwennyjenny Graduate in reply to DiscoRunner]

Thank you DiscoRunner x

[robew88636 Graduate]

I cant comprehend your loss but right now you need to be strong for yourself and your family. Look after each other in the time of need. Take a little break from running if required. Only do it if it feels better to run.

Take care of yourself and the family.

[Gwennyjenny Graduate in reply to robew88636]

Thank youCheapRunner, your kind words mean a lot.

[JaoJao]

I am so sorry for your loss, sending lots of love your way. I’m glad your run helped you today and you have this community of you need support during your runs

[Gwennyjenny Graduate in reply to JaoJao]

Thank you JaoJao x

[Granspeed Graduate]

💕💕 Lovely. Your love for your mum shines through your grief, and she would undoubtedly be pleased that you found something that helped you. It’s a terrible shock to lose a parent - my friend said to me, “It’s so hard to know we’re the grownups now.” But to carry on with something she was sharing as you did it sounds a brilliant way to feel her with you. Lots of us will be thinking of you as we run too. 💕

[Zippy17726]

I’m so so sorry for your loss, take care of yourself and your family and allow yourself to grieve too.

My thoughts are with you x

[Gwennyjenny Graduate in reply to Zippy17726]

Thank you for your kind words Zippy17726

[TuxCatLady Graduate]

I actually started c25k the day before my dad passed away in March after sitting in the hospital room with him for weeks. It has been incredibly therapeutic in the difficult weeks since his death to have something new to focus on, just to be able to throw on my trainers and go whenever I felt like it. I'm sure your mum is looking down and cheering you on.

[Gwennyjenny Graduate in reply to TuxCatLady]

Sorry for the loss of your dad too TuxCatLady and thank you for your reply.I am glad that running has helped you with your grief and loss.

Running has also given me something to focus on and given me headspace.

I actually started running because my dad had a cardiac arrest in February followed my a triple heart bypass in March and I wanted to do something to improve my own health.

I will carry on running for the health benefits and for the headspace it gives me and will think of my lovely mum as I huff and puff around my village.

All the best to you x

[Verovero Graduate]

So sorry about your loss, grief is not easy but running might help you. You might also need to talk about your mum, the fond memories you have of her and the good times you shared. I lost my big sister when I was 7 I still miss her, 38 years later. Talking about her helps me and running helps me clear my head and feel closer to my sister. Take care and take a day at a time it will get easier.