Still here.

[Twinkle2]

I’m still here lurking. I come to this forum at least twice a day to see how everyone is getting on, but rarely post anything.

I went for my 3rd in a week 5k run this morning and just had a little moment of mindfulness about how fortunate I was to be able to “run”. I know lots of people who suffer with physical and mental health issues and are just not able to get outside. With this in mind I really enjoyed my run...in the light...no rain...and comfortable temperature.

My next run is going to be Christmas morning and I can’t wait to start the day off with a lovely run.

To those that know me and have followed and supported me since starting the plan in Feb...thank you for your support and advice. I would not be here without your help.

To those just starting out...keep at it...slowly. You CAN do this.

To all..Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

[Oldgirlruns Graduate]

Thank you for that lovely post Twinkle2! I remember your first few posts- you must feel so different t now to when you started out. I think we started at more or less the same time and while I haven’t really lost huge amounts of weight, I feel very different and am so proud to be able to say I’m a (sort of) runner ( rather a shuffler but who’s checking!). And I wish you lots of Christmas greetings too!

[Twinkle2 Graduate in reply to Oldgirlruns]

Oldgirlruns I really cant believe the difference this year has made. If you’d have told me last year that I’d be running 5k....and enjoying it...and getting grumpy if I can’t get out, I’d have laughed out loud.

I remember your responses to my first posts and am so very grateful for your support.

Here’s to a future of continued “joffling” 😉 for us both ❤️

[Oldgirlruns Graduate in reply to Twinkle2]

Absolutely!

[Buddy34 Graduate]

Hello Twinkle2 . Great you're still running 3 times a week.

I do remember your very first post without even looking for it. It stuck in my mind and I'm really pleased you kept on running.

Do you feel really different now to how you did then ?

And to you A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎅🎅

[Twinkle2 Graduate in reply to Buddy34]

I can’t believe how different I feel from that first post. I’m still self conscious when I’m running but the need to carry on running overrides the embarrassment I feel. I’m 1lb off losing 6st which definitely makes me feel a lot better. Can’t wait for the light mornings so I can work on increasing my distance.

You are one of the people that have encouraged me from the very start Buddy34 and for that I am so grateful. Would not be here without you ❤️

I have followed your posts and am so impressed and inspired by your progression. Xx

[Buddy34 Graduate in reply to Twinkle2]

Your so kind. 6st weight loss that is amazing . I hope you're very proud of yourself you should be🤩🤩

[Grannyhugs Graduate]

And a very merry Christmas to you too. Here’s to a happy and healthy 2020

[RunningMigster Graduate]

Great work. So nice that you're enjoying your runs.

Good luck for for Christmas day run. Dont eat too many mince pies before you go!

[Biddy62 Graduate]

Glad to see your post and to hear you are still out there! 👍🏻😃

I’m still here too but not running at the Mo since an injury mid October and then the lurg but planning to be back in the new year.

Congratulations on all you’ve achieved! Awesome stuff!!

Have a fab Christmas 🎄

[Run46 Graduate]

A very Merry Christmas and Runtastic New Year, enjoy your run Christmas morning...what a fantastic way to start the day, and who'd have thought it this time last year! 😁🏃‍♀️💕

[Jenpoh]

Hi twinkle2, thank you for posting. After reading some of the comments left here, I read over your c2k journey and I can’t help but be inspired by you.

I’m just starting out (week3) and have spent years avoiding/delaying exercise because negative self talk got the better of me. I’m hoping that with each run I can build my confidence.

Thank you for being so honest in your posts. You are making a difference (even months after you have graduated).

I’ll be joining you for an xmas morning run 🏃🏻‍♀️