Week 9 is Fine

[Swanseajen]

Really did not like week 8 but week 9 is better. Thanks to the lovely people on here suggesting stuff like changing your route and listening to podcasts rather than music it’s been better. Today’s run was in the pouring rain which was gorgeous. I loathe the heat for running. Overtaken my everyone and his nana but I happily sploshed along for 30 minutes. Feeling like a proper runner now. And that’s a massive deal for me.

[Bloomsbury22 Graduate]

That is terrific to hear! I have really struggled the past few weeks with asthma/hayfever, and not been able to run as much as I wanted to, and then my breathing has been bad when I have gone out, although have finished every run. Was actually excited when it finally started raining as it may now make it better for me. This is massively encouraging. Have put on my running gear and off I go! x

[JeanneMary Graduate]

That's great! I like the idea of podcasts - might just try that. Well done you.

[Luvlollyboo in reply to JeanneMary]

Podcasts have been my saviour! Louis Théroux’s “Grounded” a recent life saver...:))

[Swanseajen Graduate in reply to Luvlollyboo]

Loving that podcast! Not a good idea to run to the Miriam Margolyes one. Laughing hysterically and running is a bit of a disaster!

[Luvlollyboo in reply to Swanseajen]

I agree! That one really put me off my stride. As I was looking up to see if I could find any soldiers hiding in trees 😂😂😂

[Swanseajen Graduate in reply to Luvlollyboo]

😂😂😂

[Biggirlsmall in reply to Swanseajen]

I’m going to sound really stupid now but where do I find podcasts.

[Swanseajen Graduate in reply to Biggirlsmall]

Not at all! I have an app downloaded called Apple podcasts, or theres a google podcasts app if you have a not Apple phone. I think you can listen by googling the podcast too if you don’t want an app or you’re using a PC/ laptop. Honestly- life changer. So many good shows!! Xx

[Issywhizz Graduate]

Ah that’s so great to read! Am pleased you found what you needed to change to help you enjoy your runs a bit more, that’s encouraging. Well done! Not long to go now ☺️🙃

[SweatyHettie Graduate]

Yay - mojo found !! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🏃🏼‍♀️ nearly there ...🏁

[Issywhizz Graduate]

Have you finished week 9 now?? 🏃‍♀️😊

[Swanseajen Graduate in reply to Issywhizz]

No, too hot! One more run but I’m melting and I know I’d pass out before 30 mins. Maybe tomorrow....

[Issywhizz Graduate in reply to Swanseajen]

Ha same. Meant to have done run 2 by now but can’t face it in the heat 🙈😊

[LVLady]

Well done, you should be v proud of your achievement!