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Just finished the first run of week 9 .... took me 40 mins to run the full 5k. Never thought in week 1 that I could run longer than 60 seconds never mind 5k. Amazing that this program has brought me into this final week!! Even on days when I feel a bit crappy, and struggle to get started, I always feel so much better and happier when I’ve done a run. Who knew 😬😊

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SandraY1Graduate

Well done 👍

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Millertime83Graduate

Well done!!

It’s a great feeling. I did a 5k in about 42 mins now I have it below 38 and that’s after 3 weeks of every other day running. I can’t believe sometimes I’m a runner and enjoying it 🏃🏼‍♀️

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BerkshirebabeGraduate

Well done and very inspirational as I’m in Week 1 and can’t imagine running as long as you have! Congratulations!

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Felt exactly the same in week 1 ..... it kinda sneaks up on you through the weeks! Week 5 run 3 is the first longer run and it’s a bit daunting but weirdly the program build up means you’re totally capable physically. It’s the mental barriers you have to fight! You can do this!

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