Stick at it: Completed the program 2 days ago... - Couch to 5K

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Completed the program 2 days ago. I am just maintaining my 30 minute runs now with Ben Johnson’s help. I have not managed 5 k yet so will keep repeating 30 minute runs till I do then use the bridge to 5 k. I have found that having a blue tooth heart rate monitor telling me my heart rate is very reassuring so I can slow down if my heart exceeds 130 bpm.

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Many congratulations on your graduation.

This guide to post C25k running may be helpful healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Keep running, keep smiling.

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dhmdecor in reply toIannodaTruffe

Thank you for the encouragement and the link.

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Just started on the 25 min runs tonight - really didn’t think I’d be up to it as had sore knees this week . So pleased that I managed it and could have carried on a little . Very motivated now to continue into week 7 . Seeing your post is more encouraging ! Thanks

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dhmdecor in reply toDJB11

Well done on your 25 minute run.

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Congratulations on completing c25k you must be so pleased well done 😊😊👏👏

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Thanks Buddy, Like thé emoji.

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Congratulations 🥳 🎓

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Congratulations, it's a great feeling isn't it? So good in fact, I did it twice, three times if you count the transition from the treadmill to running outside!

Don't forget to post in the November Graduates thread, that will get you the Graduate at the side of your name.

While you are doing your consolidation runs you can have a think on where you want your running journey to take you, longer, faster or just stay as you are, it's entirely your choice.

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dhmdecor in reply toLeeU

Thank you LeeU. I do enjoy the scenery when I am running and the feeling of achievement. At present I am content to get a little fitter every run. It as certainly an incentive to lose a few Kg when you have to carry them for 5k. I will probably stop running in December because of the Ice and snow here but I intend to ‘skin’ up the mountains beyond the ski lifts. Something I would not have considered before C25k. What are your plans

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Candy46

Congratulations 🥳 You must be so proud. 😍 Cx

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dhmdecor in reply toCandy46

Thank you

Well done 👏👏

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Thank you

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Congratulations on your graduation! 👏👏👏 Well done! 😊

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LizzisforlivingGraduate

Well done!

Did you really get the disgraced Canadian drug cheat sprinter to coach you, or was it our beloved Michael? :)

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