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Done it W6R3

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At 58 years old and 2 stone overweight, I can't belive I've actually run for 25 minutes. 7 weeks ago I couldn't run for 30 seconds, so it just goes to prove the program really does work. Thanks for all the encouragement everyone. Looking forward to W7.

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Fantastic #olderrunner. You are an inspiration.

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olderrunnerGraduateβ€’ in reply toLeve

Thank you.

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Blossom-Graduate

Hi, well done πŸŽ‰I'm 65 knocking on 66 and did week 9 run 1 yesterday, the podium is in sight. Just love my pleasant plods! Yes, amazing we can do this. Go you πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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Of course the program works older runner, congratulations on completing run 3 of week 6 of C25K, you are now OFFICIALLY a RUNNER, onwards and upwards to week 7 which are all 3/25 minute runs πŸƒπŸΎ πŸ‘.

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Schoolie

Well done!

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SandraY1Graduate

Well done πŸ‘

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SaltdeanSizzler

Fantastic Well done πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰Same category as you ! I’m running it in the morning 🐌🐌🐌hope I’m as happy as you on my return πŸ€žπŸ»πŸƒβ€β™€οΈβ±

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Busylady1Graduate

Well done you, great to hear and so positive! Keep up the good work, it’s such a great programme! πŸ‘πŸΌπŸŽ‰

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Luvlollyboo

Me too...about to tackle week 6 run 3

which I’m feeling quite apprehensive about. So this is encouraging for a newly turned 55 year old :)) Thanks for sharing!

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