I lost my mother to cancer a few months ago and before that absolutely hated running. I found the couch to 5k app and gave it a go, I’ve finished week 2 and absolutely love it. It makes me feel alive and has given me hope as I feel so good afterwards.
It helps that the city I live in has a lovely beach and the running path is next to it.
I cancelled my gym membership and I’m hoping running will be my new focus.
Sorry for your loss Runner1983. I'm so pleased that running is bringing you joy and hope. Your run route sounds amazing. Keep going and I'm sure the joy will keep growing.
Thank you!
Really sorry to hear that. I understand your loss. I lost my mum to cancer 18 months ago and its taken so long just to get this far. It does get easier to deal with; you don’t have to feel guilt for moving on but move on you must. This programme will help. I send my love to you and wish you success in hitting 5k. Make your mum proud! Xx
Thank you so much I’m so sorry for your loss too. This is giving me a new focus which I’m grateful for. Good to know that’s it’s been a help for you too xx
Welcome to the forum and well done on getting started.
This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...
C25k is a life changer.
Enjoy your journey.
This is really helpful thanks
Sorry to hear about your loss, I went through that a few years ago... but I’m delighted to hear about you starting to love running. While we won’t be with our mum’s as soon if we stay fit and healthy, if you believe in that sort of thing, I know they’d be so happy to have to wait for us!
Keep loving it. Welcome to the best gym, and the best bit it it’s free... well most of the time, those running stores can empty an addicts wallet!
Sorry for your loss too it’s so hard but this seems to be my coping mechanism x
It’s definitely helped me... I used to run a lot as a kid and my mum would be at all my races, and most training sessions... I can hear her a lot while I run... she was never quiet while she sat watching 🤣
Happy running.
It's hard to cope with the loss of a loved one. But I'm glad you found running and us.
It's great the way running makes you feel and I hope that helps you even just a little bit .
It sounds that you have a beautiful running route. Good luck and keep us posted. 🤗🤗
Thank you 😊
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Running can be a fabulous outlet..... fresh air, everything at your own pace, Mother Nature and the satisfaction of completing each run is really rather amazing.
Good luck 🍀
Running gives you focus and time for your brain to process what happens in your life and learn to cope with them, hope you continue
Thank you so much I’m starting to really enjoy it I’m so glad I found the app.
Sorry about your mum. Glad you are enjoying running and that it’s helping.
Sorry for your loss Runner1983. I know exactly how you feel I lost my mum to cancer a couple of years ago. I wasn’t running at the time but started running later and I’m now doing a 10 mile run for the local hospice were my mum spent her final week. Good luck with your c25k journey.
Thank you so much all these comments are giving me so much inspiration and support. So sorry for your loss too. X
A beautiful running testimony to read. Happy for you 😊
I’m sorry to hear of your loss ☹️🤗 x
It’s good that you found the programme as it definitely sounds like it’s helping you which is good x
You’re also amongst friends here so if you ever feel the need to share good or bad times (& not just running related) someone will always answer x
Keep going on C25k and before you know it we’ll be seeing you on that podium! 🤗 x
Thank you so much x
Really sorry to hear about your mum. Running can't change what's happened, but it's a wonderful thing for your mental health. Best wishes.
Sorry for your loss Runner1983. It sounds like running is helping you cope and is giving you a spring in your step. Keep it up, it keeps on getting better!!
Thank you so much.
Sorry for your loss, C25k also helped me deal with my mums illness and death last year. It gives me time for me and for reflection. The plan really works, keep us posted
Thank you LisaMc2 I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s really helping me I will keep you posted x
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Hi Runner1983 ...I am so very sorry for your loss...loss is a very difficult pain to deal with and when it’s your Mum it’s unbearable...and really knocks you sideways...you will feel heartbreak, denial, guilt, cheated, lost, alone...every emotion that’s going...I’m speaking from experience here, I lost my beautiful Mum 10 years ago (New Years Eve) and I am just about coming out of the other side...
In my opinion, you have made the best decision by taking up running, it will give you all the time and headspace you need to help you through some difficult times and feelings...it’s helped me enormously not just with grief for my Mum but just with life. I’ve run with tears of sadness, joy, frustration...you name it and I’m sure you will too. Be kind to yourself through the programme, having this to focus on will do you the world of good. Keep checking in on here so we know how you’re doing...big hugs to you x
Thank you so much, I don’t think you ever get over it just learn to accommodate it. Very sad time for me but this has given me a new lease of life thank you x
So pleased the running has helped with your grief . The feelings of achievement after a run is just awesome . Also the Couch has helped with body image too . Keep going the app is wonderful , I graduated this week after 12 months and I can’t believe it .
Thank you and well done! 🌟
Well done for getting out there. It's much better for you in the fresh air than a stuffy old gym. I do this for my mental health too. I surviving after 5 yrs but still struggle with my mental health. It's not easy but I find it makes feel strong enough to cope. Time doesn't change things but you learn to cope more. Keep on running !! 🏃🏃
Sorry for your loss 😢. It's definetly a good thing!! I have cancer and am enjoying getting out! I walk my dogs daily but it doesn't give you the same sense of achievement and I'm sleeping really well. Keep it up!!
Good for you, take care of yourself. All the best x
Good for you! Keep running!
My deepest condolences to you. I bet your mom is watching over you as you run along the beach. She’d be really proud that you’ve found something that you enjoy doing 🏃♀️
Fantastic post. Sorry to hear about your mum. I hope the running continues to help too. Keep going. 👍
Losing a parent is one of the hardest crosses to bear, especially to cancer 😢. My heart really goes out to you & your family.
I’m glad you’ve found running to bring some relief at such a sad time. Be kind and gentle with yourself, take one small step after the other, and over time, it will get easier, i promise. (((Hugs)))
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