Setting Challenges I NEVER Imagined Possible 🤣

[AliHC]

It's been a little while since my last post on here but I haven't forgotten where the journey started 😂

I started C25K in June last year and graduated in September. All the runs were challenging and I was so proud of myself at the end of every one of them. So, what next after Consolidation? Bridge to 10K of course! 😊 I followed the Magic Plan and Hey Presto! It worked! 🌟

I'm loving my running so much that I wanted to set myself a few challenges for the year to keep it fresh and keep me motivated 😁

So here goes...Challenges I NEVER Imagined Possible! 🤣

JANUARY...Run 50 Miles over the course of the month 😊 I've done over 45 Miles so far, so I'm happy!

FEBRUARY...Run 60 Miles over the course of the month 😕

MARCH...Run a 10K Race 2 days before my birthday and I'm heavily considering the Sheffield Half Marathon at the end of March! But have you seen the elevation of that route! 😩

Happy Running Everyone xxx

The chair in the photo is on one of my running routes ❤️

[RunningMigster Graduate]

Brilliant!!!

I cant begin to express just how grateful I am for both this program and also the support from you and everyone else on here.

I cant believe I'm running for 30 minutes 3x a week. Not only did that seem impossible before, it also seemed dumb. Why do people do that? And now I'm one of them.

I think its great that you're setting targets for the year already. And I have no doubt that with your determination, you'll exceed them all.

Happy running

Mig

[AliHC Graduate in reply to RunningMigster]

Thank you so much RunningMigster 😊 I'm constantly amazed at what I'm capable of 🤣 I ran my 3rd Parkrun on Saturday and for the first time didn't feel like an imposter!

Keep up all your good efforts too! You're doing great! X

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Huge well done you on everything you have achieved and your goals too...

Maybe consider the Monsal trail HM for next year in March.... it is.. flattish

[AliHC Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Thank you Oldfloss ❤️ I had a look at the Monsal Trail and thought it looked great... When I went to book it, it was already sold out! Definitely one for next year! Xxx

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to AliHC]

It sells out fast .I book almost as soon as it comes on the scene..and Sunday tends to have places available a little longer..x

[AliHC Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Ah! Thank you for the info! I'll keep an eye on it for next time! 👀

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to AliHC]

Don't know how far away you are but there is an iconic, great 10K race at RAF Cosford each September?

[AliHC Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

As the crow flies, not that far. But according to Google Maps 1hour 50mins 😂 Thank you x

[Sham19]

You should really be proud of your achievements 👏🏽really inspiring for the rest of us 🙂

Fantastic challenges. When you’ve achieved something amazing it really spurs you on to continue doesn’t it 😀

Let us know how you get on. I was talking to my daughter about doing a parkrun in Sheffield but will see if we can fit it in at some point maybe in the spring / summer.

Love the chair!

Happy Running 🙂

[AliHC Graduate in reply to Sham19]

Thank you Sham19 ❤️

I'm totally buzzing everyday 🤣 I would never have thought any of those goals were possible a few months ago!

Be lovely to meet up with you if you come to a Sheffield Parkrun!

The chair is in Rivlin Valley 😊

Keep up with all you good work too xxx

[Sham19 in reply to AliHC]

That buzz is amazing isn’t it 🙂. It’s amazing what you can achieve with a little commitment. Honestly you really are inspiring 🙂

Will definitely let you know when I do Park run in Sheffield. Would love to meet up 😊

Might have to pop down to Rivelin Valley to see the chair too. Thank you for sharing the photo.

Here’s to lots more happy running 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

[MrWomble Graduate]

I love reading posts like these, very inspiring for those of us just starting out!

[AliHC Graduate in reply to MrWomble]

Thank you MrWomble 😎

Hope all is going well for you? X

[MrWomble Graduate in reply to AliHC]

Yes thank you - getting there one run at a time. I sometimes feel like the progress is not fast enough but that's just my impatience talking.

[AliHC Graduate in reply to MrWomble]

Just take it nice and steady and you'll be graduating before you know it 😊

Just keep up the good work you've started x

[Jazzyrunner Graduate]

You’re an inspiration, Ali, and I love how joy shines out from your posts 🏃🏼‍♀️😊 Happy running, my VRB! x