W8R3 done but not feeling the usual joy...

[TallTeal2020]

I'm not sure if it's the knowing I've only got three runs left (definitely joining the bridge to 10k group after graduation), the heavy legs, change of route, the change in weather or whatever it was but I didn't feel my usual end of run joy today.

I guess we have runs like this and it is to be expected from time to time so I'm not going to dwell on it too much. I'll think happy thoughts and pick myself up knowing I've nearly finished this programme!!! I remember doubting myself weeks back prior to the 3 x 5 mins run and yet here I am just finished 3 x 28 and moving on to embrace 3 x 30 without any fear!! I will enjoy it and I know I will keep this up as I have grown to love something I never thought was ever possible!

Can't wait to embrace my first official 5k Parkrun once they re-open after lock down 🏃

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Almost time to graduate TallTeal2020, well done on completing week 8, not all runs are as good as others, you have done very well in getting to where you are now, good luck for your graduation run.

[TallTeal2020 Graduate in reply to AlMorr]

Thank you Almorr!

[Joggingbottom Graduate]

Well done. I felt the same wk8. However you’ve come so far it just keeps driving you forward!

[TallTeal2020 Graduate in reply to Joggingbottom]

Thanks Joggingbottom. I'm going to take two days rest and hit W9 with a fully recharged battery!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Well done.

Heavy legs can be symptomatic of poor hydration. As a runner you need to drink a minimum of 2.5 -3 litres of fluid each and every day, running or not, as mentioned in the guide.

[TallTeal2020 Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Thanks for this. I have cut out alcohol and I am trying to increase my water but I perhaps still need to drink more.

[Busylady1 Graduate]

Think we all have those days, embrace W9 and keep positive, you can do this! 🎉

[TallTeal2020 Graduate in reply to Busylady1]

Thanks. Will do.

[Tinytears60 Graduate]

Fab post!, especially remembering back to the early runs ...we should all do that so we can be inspired by how far we have come!...

You're on week 8!!!! How fab is that

You on the 3 x 28 mins and now moving onto the 3 x 30 without fear!... music to my ears!

Well done and thanks for the inspo

[TallTeal2020 Graduate in reply to Tinytears60]

Awww thank you! Just reading your reply has made me smile 😁 we can do it 💪