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Should be heading out for Week 3 Run 3 right about now but the gremlin's just showed up telling me I'm too tired after a tough workout yesterday. I'm inclined to just go for it and worst case scenario -should i mess up/give up-, just redo the run.

When y'all are feeling spent, do you just push on through or give yourselves an extra day's rest?

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Push on through, you can do it!

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ninky3Graduate in reply toJ19mills

I did! I was already doing my brisk walk when i saw your reply and honestly it gave me just the boost i needed! I even went further in the 30 mins, i can't believe it!

THANKS BUDDY! I wish you every success on this running journey!

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Sweet69

I hope you went out but if you didn’t don’t beat yourself up. Wow your on week 3 you should be proud of yourself.....go out tomorrow x

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ninky3Graduate in reply toSweet69

Thanks so much for your support.

Yep, I went out and gave it my best. Absolutely shattered but glad it’s done. You’re right about not being too harsh on ourselves. Will remember this as we go into Week 4 and beyond! X

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Speedy60Graduate in reply toninky3

Good for you! The only runs you regret are the ones you don't do!

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ninky3Graduate in reply toSpeedy60

True say Speedy60, true say! :)

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Unfit91

This is motivating me to actually get up and go after a busy day gardening. Feel shattered but going to attempt it anyway

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ninky3Graduate in reply toUnfit91

Yes you can do it! We go and see what we can do, no pressure. Worst case, we re-do the run!

Please let me know how you got/get on!

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Unfit91 in reply toninky3

I went and I'm home again. It was tough but I managed it and glad I went. Definately going to sleep well tonight.

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ninky3Graduate in reply toUnfit91

Woohoooo AMAZING!! Be proud of yourself and enjoy your well deserved rest! :)

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