When I started week 1 I had a blood pressure reading of 165/95 and cholesterol reading of 8.5 !
Fast forward 7 weeks and blood pressure now 119/74 and cholesterol reading of 4.1!
Thanks couch to 5k!
Health benefits : When I started week 1 I had a... - Couch to 5K
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Erin11
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SueAppleRunGraduate
Just proves it works well done
backintimeGraduate
well that's a big plus right there 
don't stop!!
Redcat19Graduate
What a difference a few weeks make. Keep on running, it's so worth it 🏃♀️🏃♀️🏃♀️
TartancatGraduate
That is phenomenal - well done!!
notquiteretiredGraduate
wow what a difference, well done👍
Scouser67Graduate
Exercise has so many health benefits. In your case Erin, it’s your blood pressure and your cholesterol levels. Long may your good health continue. 🏃♀️
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