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If you're on NHS App, what voice do you use?

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Just curious as I have seen a couple of people mention Sarah Millican...

When I fired up the app six weeks ago, I knew I wanted a female voice but I also wanted it to be a stranger's voice. Maybe I felt a bit ashamed and if it was a voice I knew it might be... offputting? I plumped for Laura. Now mid-way through Week 6, I'm not sure I could do it without Laura's friendly voice encouraging me all the way.

Who do you have? And are they also your running/guardian angel?

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Jaycooper71

I opted for Laura too. Whilst I do love Sarah Millican I did wonder if she had ever done it herself? I know Laura did as I’ve seen her on the podcast thing. Good luck with the rest of the program. 😀

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BonniesRestGraduate

I run with Jo Whiley and find her voice and energy very helpful 😊

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GwyrddGraduate

I change every week. Sarah is not too bossy, and not too fit , I think. Very encouraging voice. The man voice is too bossyfor me, but would suit others

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LJARGraduate

I also have Jo Whiley with my coach and think she’s a good fit for me! 😊

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Emcg51 in reply toLJAR

Me too, started with Sarah but switched to Jo, much prefer it!

I like Michael 😊

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dorarunningGraduate

This is really interesting, from next week (week 7) I might start having a different voice each job to mix it up.

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davelinksGraduate

I listen to Laura the original podcast voice..

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GoogleMeGraduate

Saint Laura and the actual podcasts for me.

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daniellepare

I also use Jo, find her voice really encouraging

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GetfitokGraduate

Laura - she’s brilliant!

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Pensioner2

I've started today with Michael.

Very enthusiastic but mellow ...

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ninky3Graduate

Four-time Olympic sprint champion, always encouraging, with a smooth and soothing voice to boot...

For me, it's got to be Michael Johnson every (other) day of the week! : )

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