Week 7 run 1 complete

[Alyss18]

Hello! I've been quietly lurking since starting the C25k at the end of April and I have made it to week 7! I'm so proud of myself that I've actually kept it up and I think being 4 stone lighter has really helped my knees!

Up until April I was a dedicated swimmer however at 13 weeks pregnant we had some bad news that our baby boy had trisomy 13 and a large number of abnormalities which they said would make it highly likely I wouldn't carry to term. We lost him on Easter Sunday.

Not being able to swim I turned to the C25K having always wanted to be able to run. I must say that what they say is true... it's the best therapy in the world. I love how it makes me feel and has helped with my grief hugely. I still have the odd wobble and bad days where I feel like I've been punched I the stomach and cant breathe, but I know I can grab my trainers and go of it's a run day!

[Buddy34 Graduate]

Firstly , sorry what you have went through there are no words that can help, but I'm glad you found c25k and that you are able to run if just to clear your mind for a while I hope running continues to help you . Good luck 😊😊

[backintime Graduate]

I so want to reply and offer support and encouragement but words fail me. I am in awe that you can do anything other that curl up in bed. It's great that you have found something that helps in any way. Good luck with your c25k journey.

[Alyss18 Graduate in reply to backintime]

It's hard... the hardest thing I've ever gone through and most days i feel very sad but the days i do my runs i feel like the grief has lifted a little so to speak...

[backintime Graduate in reply to Alyss18]

Hang on to whatever helps.

[Cakerunner Graduate]

Hello Alyss..I think you're amazing! I haven't felt what you are feeling, but I know it must be devastating....I'm so pleased you have found running helpful to you, and even though I don't know you personally? I'm so proud of you!! Keep going, keep healing, I wish you all the very best of everything for the future you x

[Oldgirlruns Graduate]

I’m so sorry to hear about your loss Alyss, I can’t begin to imagine what you and your partner have been through and continue to go through as well. But you’ll get so much support and encouragement here on the forum to give you a boost in your running - and you know we’re with you all the way! Good luck with the last few weeks of C25K!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Welcome to the forum and well done on your progress.

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

Keep running, keep smiling and enjoy your journey.

[notquiteretired Graduate]

so sorry Alyss18 for your recent problems, you have had a lot to cope with. I am pleased you have joined the forum and that you are finding running therapeutic. My sincere wishes that you have better luck in the future, take care and keep running 😊👍