What a disaster 🥵😢

[Tazzy_wazzy]

I’m trying to pick up the threads of where I finished my running before I went to Spain ages ago. I did a couple of 20 minutes runs no problem. So Monday I upped it to 25 minutes and completed it. Today I went for 25 minutes again and couldn’t do it 😩 I managed about 17 minutes.

My poor little legs wouldn’t carry me. Plus for some reason I always end up bursting for a pooh while running. It’s no fun at all but I’m trying not to be too hard on myself.

I’m throwing a party when I eventually graduate, everyone welcome x

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Perhaps as you have been off running for more than two weeks you should go back to week 5, there you have two runs with interval walks and the 20 minutes one, as for 😂during your runs, GO if possible just before you run. 🏃 😊

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to AlMorr]

Thanks, I think I’m trying too hard. I get the urge while running not before pmsl 😆

[Emcg51 in reply to Tazzy_wazzy]

I know this is a long time ago but it made me chuckle, I am the same 😂

[FatterPenguin Graduate]

Have that party now for running 25 minutes on Monday and 17 minutes today (any excuse in my book).

I always get a runny nose when I run. Perhaps bodies just want to expel stuff when they start running

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to FatterPenguin]

Crazy isn’t it. Keep taking your hanky and I’ll run with some loo roll lolx

[Annieapple Administrator Graduate]

Not a disaster at all!! A practice run!! Slow it down! You probably ran too fast to get to the loo!! A horrid feeling that. Try warm water with lemon the minute you open your eyes. Helps some people!

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to Annieapple]

I’ll try the lemon drink. Thanks for the tip x

[Jazzyrunner Graduate]

I’m finding returning quite tough too. I’m sure we can do it, we just need to keep the determination going. I’m not sure if it’s physical or psychological for me tbh though. But I’m going to persevere 💪🏻 We’ll get there!

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to Jazzyrunner]

Yes, keep going. We can do this 🏃‍♀️

[Jazzyrunner Graduate in reply to Tazzy_wazzy]

Thank you for that - I think we both need a little extra encouragement! I tried changing coaches to MJ to see if that would help, but I think I prefer Jo 😊

[FatterPenguin Graduate in reply to Jazzyrunner]

I have been trying all the coaches as I like the company when I run. I do like Jo, you can tell she talks for a living, she's very natural. I like Sanjeev Kohli too as he's funny. Michael Johnson is great too, but his voice gives me feelings that aren't compatible with running....

[Jazzyrunner Graduate in reply to FatterPenguin]

Haha I know what you mean! 😂 I’m going back to Jo, she’s so happy and positive and keeps me focused 😁

[Irish-John Graduate]

It happens HM that was a (relative) doddle a couple of weeks ago, couldn't manage an easy 5k two days ago

Human, not machine

Keep on Running - a party sounds great!

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to Irish-John]

I promise to keep running 🏃‍♀️ and you can come to the party 🥳

[Irish-John Graduate in reply to Tazzy_wazzy]

I may not be, sadly, able to make it to your party, but I will certainly be cheering you all the way

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to Irish-John]

Thank you xoxo

[Buddy34 Graduate]

Don't worry not all runs go to plan. Take the pressure off , have a rest day make sure you're hydrated enough. Then go out and run again . Good luck 😊

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to Buddy34]

I will do, thank you x

[hamit Graduate]

We all have bad runs, if you succeeded every time it proberly would not be worth doing. Easy is boring so don,t beat yourself up there is always the next run. 😎 go for it!!!

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to hamit]

I won’t give up 🏃‍♀️ Those snails tried cheering me on but I wasn’t listening 🐌🐌🐌🐌

[Oldgirlruns Graduate]

Ooh, we love a party! You know the drill - slowly slowly and then slow down. You’ll be fine next time out I’m sure - good luck and let us know how you get on!

[AliHC Graduate]

Welcome back! I've just found this article for you which may explain the need for the loo 🤔 runnersworld.com/health-inj...

Keep on running xxx

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to AliHC]

There’s a lot of information to take in but thanks for sharing it x

[GoGo_JoJo Graduate]

You're out of routine (in more ways than one) is all. Don't be too tough on yourself, have a rest and go again 👍🏻😁

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to GoGo_JoJo]

I will x

[Allymally1]

I know the feeling I didn't run on my holiday. Then had several health niggles holiday tummy, migraine, asthma issues that meant I didn't run for 6 weeks. I did some 1 run from first couple of weeks then retraced my steps from week 3 (I think) my run today has got me up to where I left off in the summer! Keep going x

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to Allymally1]

That’s great 😀🏃‍♀️

[Mummycav Administrator Graduate]

Hey Tazzy_wazzy ...dont despair, today just wasn't your day, honestly, it happens to all of us. You've obviously got the capabilities for the 20 mins because you've done it before but I'm not sure how long ago? Why dont you go to week 4? Then move on to week 5 and see how you go??? I think it's always better to finish a run on a high rather than gain for something and not quite manage...you will get there, and when you do, I'll be joining the party!! Keep us posted

[Tazzy_wazzy Graduate in reply to Mummycav]

Thank you, I really did have an off day. Going on another run today so fingers crossed that I do better x