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It's good to be back

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Hi all, i had to pause my C25K in May at w5 due illness. Its been a long frustrating recovery and I have only this week felt able to start again. Thought I'd be careful and went back to W1R1 to see how I felt. After 2nd run I've decided continue to start again. I feel ok with the runs but also I don't feel I'm being held back. Also I guess the legs need to ease back in slowly. Great to be back.

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Good to have you back! I know that feeling, it was an illness that stopped me running, it felt amazing just to get back out there.

I still run week 4 as a training day.. It's just a great workout. That's what's so great about C25K, it's interval training... It doesn't matter what level you are it will improve your running. Enjoy your journey.

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Thanks it's great just to be moving again

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Also thanks for the tip 're run 4 👍

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Welcome back... and great decision in my opinion. While you may have been able to start again a couple of weeks further on, it’s not worth it for the sake of saving a 12-14 days... the illness hit you hard and took a long time to recover from, taking it easy is the best way now. Happy running.

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Rotti57Graduate in reply to UnfitNoMore

Thanks I had a few set backs when I was trying to get back on my feet but only to feel worse the next day. Just happy to be moving again.

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Glad you are feeling better and very sensible to listen to your body by starting again . Good luck 😊

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Rotti57Graduate in reply to Buddy34

Yep I usually find I can't argue with my body 😂

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OldgirlrunsGraduate

Well done Rotti - it’s good to have you back! Let us know how you get on!

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Rotti57Graduate in reply to Oldgirlruns

Thank you x

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DalmorangieGraduate

Back in the 👟.....👏👏👏👏 you!!

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Rotti57Graduate in reply to Dalmorangie

Thanks x

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