August 2020 GRADUATION BADGE POST! 🀩 Request ... - Couch to 5K

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August 2020 GRADUATION BADGE POST! 🀩 Request your badge here!!!

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EDIT: September post is up now! healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Closing comments on this post now, please go to the new September post - doesn't matter when you graduated! 😊😊😊

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Hello RUNNER!

Many congratulations for completing the 9 week Couch to 5K training programme! You can now run for 30 minutes continuously - you are a superstar!!!

β˜… Please comment below to request your Graduate badge!

We on the Admin Team feel enormously proud of you, and privileged to award you your richly deserved badge. We will try not to leave you waiting too long as we know how great it feels when your badge arrives - but please bear with us! We will give you your badge as soon as possible 😊😊😊

β˜… If you would like a Graduation Certificate we have one for you to download here: healthunlocked.com/couchto5... designed by the lovely RunaroundSue!

β˜… We hope you will continue posting here in the Couch to 5K community, sharing your experience with the new runners working through the programme, and updating us with your progress as you consolidate your 30 minute runs.

β˜… Speaking of consolidation, why not join IannodaTruffe's August CONSOLIDATION CLUB just for new graduates like you! Doors are always open - pop in and say hi!! healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

β˜… And make sure you check out our 'WHAT NEXT?' post, for loads of other great ideas about how to build upon your amazing achievement healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Happy running!

Your Admin Team xx

August 1st, 2020

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β˜… Please note that this is a virtual badge which can be seen next to your name on your posts and comments on the Couch to 5K community, but NOT on your profile page. The badge is visible if you are logged into the Couch to 5K community via a web browser, but unfortunately not in the Health Unlocked app.

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Junglefreaky profile image
JunglefreakyGraduate

Hellloo!!!

Very proud to say I’ve completed C25K! Would love my badge πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

Thanks for all the awesome work with the forum

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roseabi in reply to Junglefreaky

First poster klaxon!!! 🀩 A very good morning to you, and here is your badge! Congratulations, runner!!!

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AttaboiGraduate

Delighted that I finished C25k yesterday - before the heatwave set in, fortunately. This app is one of the best things that has happened to me in all my 65 years. Thank you so much. If I could have a badge I would be so happy.

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roseabi in reply to Attaboi

Awesome work, and here is your badge!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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AttaboiGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you! I'm beginning to appreciate all the hard work you put into this, for which many thanks.

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TenaciousDebGraduate

Yay ... I’m still in shock but I just completed my graduation run!! πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ Could not have done it without this group so thank you πŸ™ Feel AMAZING (and amazed!!) x

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roseabi in reply to TenaciousDeb

You are amazing!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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TenaciousDebGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you so much. Feels amazing that is for sure and I am so glad to have found a new hobby!! I am already looking at the consolidation club for my next steps 😊 Thank you for all of your guidance and support πŸ™

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JnubsterGraduate in reply to TenaciousDeb

Yippee 😁

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JnubsterGraduate

Thank you 😊 I graduated yesterday & I’m over the moon!! I would love to have a graduate sign next to my name, I’m so proud of myself!! I’m also going to join the consolidation section as I’m determined to keep going!

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TenaciousDebGraduate in reply to Jnubster

Congratulations πŸ₯³πŸ₯‚

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roseabi in reply to Jnubster

Excellent news!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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IkarusGraduate

Completed C25K in 2018 first time. 2019 I had my hysterectomy which put me back. When I restarted tnis year I was pleased to see that I was not at square one so second time out I was able to complete the course a little quicker as the first couple of weeks could be condensed. I have now graduated a second time and I'm looking at virtual running sites and doing challenges for medals. A great way of keeping the motivation going and collecting some bling along the way.

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roseabi in reply to Ikarus

Amazing stuff!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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caitnicheallaighGraduate

Delighted to have completed c25k this morning!

I cant believe it's been 9 weeks. Didn't manage 5k but that doesn't bother me at all. Just thrilled to be a new runner at 62 :-)

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JnubsterGraduate in reply to caitnicheallaigh

Congratulations πŸ₯³

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roseabi in reply to caitnicheallaigh

So wonderful! Congratulations, runner!!!

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SMD13Graduate

Hello,

Proud to say I completed C25K and would love my badge πŸ˜€

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roseabi in reply to SMD13

And there it is! Congratulations, runner!!!

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VitomacGraduate

Hi, delighted to say I completed run 3 of week 9 to graduate this morning. What a rush! This group is great!

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roseabi in reply to Vitomac

Awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Bbq1Graduate

What a wonderful programme and a fantastic community. I am so grateful for all the support found here throughout my C25k journey, which is set to continue. Please may I hsve my Graduation Badge? Many. many thanks 😊

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roseabi in reply to Bbq1

You certainly may, superstar! Congratulations, runner!!!

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DaisybutterflyGraduate

Hello, I completed my final run tonight! I am so pleased to have finished the program, such a great feeling :) Could I please have a badge? X

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roseabi in reply to Daisybutterfly

Absolutely! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Vinchie13Graduate

Good morning

Completed the program on Friday and done my first consolidation run today Sunday.

My badge would be great thanks

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roseabi in reply to Vinchie13

Fabulous! Congratulations, runner!!!

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SammiN3Graduate

I've done it πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰ never thought I would! Thank you all so much, thought I was going to be sick with nerves setting off this morning. But.... I'm a graduate! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

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roseabi in reply to SammiN3

Woohooo you are awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Nin65Graduate

I’ve just completed by last run. Last year was a proud mum watching my son get his cap and gown at uni. Never expected me to get one for runningπŸ˜‚

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roseabi in reply to Nin65

You are awesome! Congratulations, runner!!!

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ScirishGraduate

Graduation Day and badge request. Thanks for all the tips and encouragement along the way. πŸƒπŸ½β€β™€οΈ

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roseabi in reply to Scirish

Superstar! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Mum2NGraduate

Please could I have a graduate bagde, did my W9R3 this morning 😊

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roseabi in reply to Mum2N

Happy days! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Tamtb78Graduate

Hi - I have amazed myself and stuck with the program and just completed my W9R3 run! Would love my badge to keep reminding myself that I have done it and can run for a full 30 minutes and just about hit 5k!

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roseabi in reply to Tamtb78

You are amazing!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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WhippetywhipGraduate

Hi. I completed the C25K programme today and ran a 5k - could I be considered a graduate please? Thank you!

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roseabi in reply to Whippetywhip

Absolutely!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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WhippetywhipGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you!

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MoverDoerGraduate

So excited to have completed C25K today. I would be so happy to have my badge, please :)

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roseabi in reply to MoverDoer

Exciting!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Hel2205Graduate

Hi Roseabi, I would love my graduation badge as I completed this morning and sooo thrilled.

Thank you for all your hard work and support which is given through this forum x

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roseabi in reply to Hel2205

It's a pleasure 😊 Congratulations, runner!!!

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RedwestyGraduate

Hi, I completed my final run tonight! I am so pleased to have finished the program, it’s such a great feeling! I would love a badge Thank you 😁

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roseabi in reply to Redwesty

Awesome feeling!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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DornGraduate

Hi I completed C25K on 21st July finally completed 5K today please can I have a badge πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ˜Š

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roseabi in reply to Dorn

You certainly can! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Whitty16Graduate

I'm new to health unlocked but very proud to day I completed C25K last week. I am now using the graduate l

Podcasts. Please can I have my badge 😊

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roseabi in reply to Whitty16

Superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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FloatlikeabutterflyGraduate

Hello! I passed it yesterday! (next step - running a 5K!)

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roseabi in reply to Floatlikeabutterfly

Hello!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Love-runningGraduate

I've finally completed my week 9, run 3. It was easy! I am proud of my achievement!

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roseabi in reply to Love-running

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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ThisGirlNowRunsGraduate

Good morning! Can’t quite believe it but This morning I did Week 9 Run 3 And completed the programme βœ…. Could I please have a badge? πŸ…. Thanks

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roseabi in reply to ThisGirlNowRuns

Absolutely!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Schnauzer86Graduate

I did it! In the same week as my 55th birthday this girl went from I’m not a runner to Graduating C25K!!

So i would love an August 2020 graduation badge please... Woohoo πŸŽ‰

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roseabi in reply to Schnauzer86

Happy birthday!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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RunnerKGraduate

Hi. I graduated last weekend...so proud of myself and would love a badge please. ☺

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roseabi in reply to RunnerK

Rightly proud!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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___FIAWB___Graduate

Just completed C25K for the 2nd time (did it 2 years ago). This time I'm determined to keep it up (already decided that I'm going to work on getting my cadence up a little bit before I go for more distance). At some point in the next year or so I want to try and gain the other .75 km I'm 'missing' :-)

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roseabi in reply to ___FIAWB___

Congratulations, runner!!!

You actually already have your badge - can you see it next to your name on your comment?

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Maurs12Graduate

Hello - I did it - badge time!! - terrific programme and such wonderful support on here - I’m not sure I’d have managed without this forum. Thanks for everything - best thing I’ve ever done!

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roseabi in reply to Maurs12

You are an awesome superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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karttrack59Graduate

Please could I have my badge. Who’d have thought I could do this.😊

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roseabi in reply to karttrack59

I KNEW you could!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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DWW0511Graduate

Hello !!!!! What a day !!! Perfect for graduation. Yay ! Can I please have a badge 🀩🀩🀩

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roseabi in reply to DWW0511

Hello!! Happy, happy day 😊😊😊 Congratulations, runner!!!

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DWW0511Graduate in reply to roseabi

Thanks so much! I shall wear it with pride πŸ˜ΊπŸ™ŒπŸΌ

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tuiliereGraduate

Morning I have just completed the program! Thank you so much for the work you all do on this. Seriously this is a life changer and I am very grateful and so proud of myself. So yes would love my graduation badge please

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roseabi in reply to tuiliere

It is a privilege to award it to you, superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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LittlenellieGraduate

I did it! Thanks to all admins! I have really enjoyed the C25K structure, not sure if I am ready to give up Michael’s lovely encouraging voice yet πŸ˜ŠπŸŽ‰πŸ‘©β€πŸŽ“πŸ₯‚πŸŽŠ

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roseabi in reply to Littlenellie

Ah well, you keep him with you for a while! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Serenity_runnerGraduate

Badge please πŸ˜€ completed today

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roseabi in reply to Serenity_runner

There you are! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Serenity_runnerGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you

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ColinballGraduate

Hello team , well done to all the new grads this past week. I completed today w9run 3 with 4.92 k, just short of the 5k , but after a set back with a calf strain and returning to week 7 , repeating 7 and 8, I’m pleased to have completed the programme. Many thanks to Jo for the motivation . Looking forward to getting my badge , thanks Colin

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roseabi in reply to Colinball

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Hello!!! I'm very proud to say that I've completed the C25K this morning and have an appointment for Saturday to have my new and proper running shoes :)

I haven't posted much on the forum but have read items and the app is amazing. Great to be cheered on by Michael Johnson.

Can I have my badge please?

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roseabi in reply to

Awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Titanic_TomGraduate

Completed C25K yesterday, it feels great to be able to run for 30 minutes. Thanks for helping me get moving again!!!

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roseabi in reply to Titanic_Tom

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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RedwineAndBiscuitsGraduate

Hi, I’ve just completed W9 R3 and am shocked that I managed it. I remember panicking about starting week 5. I loved having Jo encouraging me and am wondering how I’ll carry on without her! This forum has been a source of support and info throughout. Thank you for all your help :)

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roseabi in reply to RedwineAndBiscuits

It's an absolute pleasure! Congratulations, runner!!!

Can you please explain why I did not have the option when completing c25k Wk 9/R3 to click on a smiley face whilst using the app to receive a virtual badge? Seems most people can do this! Thanks

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roseabi in reply to

Hi! I am not sure what you mean, can you link me to an example of this - I mean a post on C25K that has a screenshot? I'm afraid we are not responsible for the C25K app, so any problems with it may need to be directed at the app developer via your app store.

Anyway, huge congratulations for completing Couch to 5k, I have awarded you OUR virtual badge!!

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Not-a-natural-runnerGraduate in reply to

It never lets me click on one of the faces after my runs - I can only click the same face I clicked when I started the run. It’s a bit annoying!

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AngelalouGraduate

Hey, we completed C25K today (Me, hubby, 13yr old daughter and 10 yr old son + dog). Very excited. A lockdown whim has been a family life changer. I'd love a badge please :)

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roseabi in reply to Angelalou

This is amazing!! Congratulations, you wonderful group of runners!!!

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Dunx1977Graduate

Super proud to report that I completed C25K on August 1st πŸ’™πŸ‘ŒπŸ‘ couldn't have done it without you all (and Sarah Millican's voice πŸ˜‚

Can't wait to get my badge πŸŽ‰

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roseabi in reply to Dunx1977

Wait no more! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Billywhizz70Graduate

Hi

I completed wk9r3 this evening!

I’m still in shock that I stuck at this, never have been this committed to any exercise programme before!

Only managed 3.8km but still running for 30 minutes was unimaginable 9 weeks ago!

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roseabi in reply to Billywhizz70

You are a complete superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Trace1105Graduate

Completed C25K last week! Yippee! Would love the badge please. Thank you

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roseabi in reply to Trace1105

And there it is!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Squigs5Graduate

Hi, I completed at the weekend. Feel amazing! Never thought I would achieve it. I would love a badge. Really enjoying this forum and everyone’s stories πŸƒπŸΏβ€β™€οΈ

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roseabi in reply to Squigs5

You are amazing!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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LittleoyellowGraduate

Hi Roseabi - I completed C25K on 28th June and have just found this forum. I'm not very tech forward but am keen to be involved. It would be great to have a graduation badge please- I really feel that I've achieved something important 😁

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roseabi in reply to Littleoyellow

Hi! Congratulations, runner!!!

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LittleoyellowGraduate

Thank you from a very happy new runner β˜ΊοΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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roseabi in reply to Littleoyellow

It's a pleasure xxx

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ChampGranGraduate

Wow so happy to say I've completed Week 9 Run 3 of Couch25k today. Thanks Couch to 5k and One you Blog peeps. Couldn't have done it without you. Feeling on top of the world πŸ˜„πŸ˜„πŸ˜„

A badge would be awesome- thank you!

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roseabi in reply to ChampGran

And there it is! Congratulations, runner!!!

5Jean profile image
5JeanGraduate

Hi there! I completed C25K this past Friday. It's so crazy it's over. Looking forward to the consolidation runs and different routes. This is my first post but would love the Graduate badge. Thanks!

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roseabi in reply to 5Jean

You are awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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heathertempGraduate

I've just come back from my last run - lovely morning for it as well. I only used to run as far as I thought I could and this app has broken me of that habit. Now running feels weirdly normal! Thank you! And a badge please (because I am 55 going on 8..) x

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roseabi in reply to heathertemp

There you go, young superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Instructor57Graduate

Good morning roseabi,

i have just completed C25K with week 9 run 3 and would LOVE to claim my graduate badge please 😬😬😬

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roseabi in reply to Instructor57

Good morning! And here is your badge πŸ˜„ Congratulations, runner!!!

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Instructor57Graduate in reply to roseabi

😬😬😬 many thanks !

I will polish it every day πŸ˜¬πŸ‘

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Tillymay2019Graduate

Morning!

Proud to say I have completed Run 3 Week 9 this morning 😁

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roseabi in reply to Tillymay2019

Morning! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Tillymay2019Graduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you πŸ™

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Mauve123Graduate

Hello. I’m proud to say I have completed W9R3 and I would love my badge please.

Fantastic app thank you.

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roseabi in reply to Mauve123

Awesome work, superstar!!!

Hi Roseabi,

Fast approaching my 55th birthday this month and was so pleased to have completed W9R3 last week and actually ran the full 5k distance yesterday, WOO HOO!!

I first completed the programme on a treadmill in the gym last Autumn, but failed to continue the runs over the Winter period so started again from scratch during lockdown, and have been enjoying early morning runs in the park this time. Hopefully I now feel confident enough to join the Park Runs when they start up again.

A Graduate badge would be awesome, thanks!

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roseabi in reply to

parkrun here you come! Congratulations, runner!!!

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IzzyWizGraduate

Hello. I graduated this morning. Please may I have a badge?

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roseabi in reply to IzzyWiz

Certainly! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Vp1326Graduate

proud to say I completed the programme last night..can't believe I am able to run for over 30mins non stop!! So pleased.

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roseabi in reply to Vp1326

Believe! Congratulations, runner!!!

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MogradooGraduate

Completed my C25K 2 weeks ago and now trying to keep the motivation up.

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roseabi in reply to Mogradoo

Congratulations, runner!!!

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MogradooGraduate in reply to roseabi

How do I receive my badge?

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liam-1Graduate

Good evening. I’m proud to share that I have completed C25K this evening and would love my badge.

Only question I have is I already have 10K graduate will I also have C25K or will it remove my 10K badge ?? Your help would be much appreciated. Thanks

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roseabi in reply to liam-1

Well done, and there is your badge!

Your 10K badge is only visible on the Bridge to 10K forum, so it will not be affected. I am a little puzzled as to why you have completed C25K AFTER getting to 10K though!!

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liam-1Graduate in reply to roseabi

Determination and pushing myself to be honest.

Had a really bad shift at work one Saturday, so I can home put the running gear on and went out. Before I knew it my Adidas tracker was telling me you have now completed 10K. I couldn’t believe it myself. I posted the tracker as I was so proud

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roseabi in reply to liam-1

Great stuff! Please be sure to have a couple of days rest, and then take it easier for a while. A sudden large increase in activity can cause injury, so I suggest you rein back from 10K runs and build up your distance again a little more slowly 😊😊😊

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LonmayloonGraduate

Hello Roseabi,

Very pleased to say I completed the c25k on 2nd August.

Thanks for all the work you do to keep this wonderful, supportive site going. It really is a huge help.

Henry

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roseabi in reply to Lonmayloon

It's a huge privilege and pleasure to be of help! Congratulations, runner!!!

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SueyMcSueFacGraduate

I completed my C25K 2 weeks ago. Now working on speed and stamina with Laura’s podcasts 3 times a week. In my mind this is β€œrunning week 11”. Hope I get to week 52! Please could I have a badge? 😊

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roseabi in reply to SueyMcSueFac

Here's to Week 52!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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PianolearnerGraduate

Yes would like my badge after completing couch 25k. Not easy but doable. Surprised myself.

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roseabi in reply to Pianolearner

Superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Beakie profile image
BeakieGraduate

I’d love a badge please as completed the programme this morning! Woohoo

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roseabi in reply to Beakie

Woohoooo!!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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ZoriadaGraduate

Hello - thank to you guys I am a C25K graduate. Yay! Could I have a badge next to my name please thank you.

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roseabi in reply to Zoriada

Absolutely! Congratulations, runner!!!

Beakie profile image
BeakieGraduate

Completed it today! Joined a club and ran with other and managed to keep up! Would love a badge please

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roseabi in reply to Beakie

Great stuff!

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Lorena87Graduate

So happy to type that I am of the them! I have completed C25K and I cant wait to have the badge next to my name πŸŽ‰

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roseabi in reply to Lorena87

There you are, superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Lenoska2Graduate

I’m proud to say that I’ve managed to complete the C25K this morning! I’ve never thought I could run for 30 minutes! I’m looking forward to do consolidation runs now and would love to receive a badge πŸ˜ŠπŸŽ‰ This group is so motivational, thank you for your hard work! X

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roseabi in reply to Lenoska2

It's our great pleasure 😊😊😊 Congratulations, runner!!!

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Monkeypuzzle3Graduate

Completed C25K this evening!! Really proud of me and my partner for completing it together πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸŽ‰

This forum has been great for me, so keep it up! Would love a badge please 😊

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roseabi in reply to Monkeypuzzle3

Awesome work! Congratulations, runners!!!

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Els_runsGraduate

This morning I completed C25K, please could I have my graduate badge? 🀩🀩

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roseabi in reply to Els_runs

You certainly can! Congratulations, runner!!!

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StuartBaird123

I would love my badge please!

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roseabi in reply to StuartBaird123

And there it is! Congratulations, runner!!!

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StuartBaird123

I would love my badge please!

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roseabi in reply to StuartBaird123

Patience...

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PMcL1966Graduate

Hello. I’ve completed C25K and would love a badge please.

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roseabi in reply to PMcL1966

Hello, superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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PurpleishGraduate

Hello πŸ‘‹πŸ»

So, so proud of myself. I graduated C25K today. When I think back to that person 9 weeks ago who was counting the seconds until the end of a 1 minute run, I can’t believe I’ve come so far. I’d love to have a badge please.

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roseabi in reply to Purpleish

Thai is so awesome to read!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Plantsill48Graduate

Please may I have my badge I did my last run today. Wasn’t as fast as r2 w9 but I’m just going to concentrate on how far I have come today 😊

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roseabi in reply to Plantsill48

You are awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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annabelle52Graduate

Hi

I finished my third week 9 run this morning at about 8am.

I cannot believe I've completed C25K! I would love a graduation badge.

Now to keep it going, so I'll be reading all the tips about consolidation.

Thanks for all the support!!

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roseabi in reply to annabelle52

It's a pleasure! Congratulations, runner!!!

Aitchie profile image
AitchieGraduate

Please may I have a badge. I actually completed it in July but didn't get to post there before it closed.

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roseabi in reply to Aitchie

Congratulations, runner!!!

frozenberry profile image
frozenberry

I am so very chuffed to say that as of 7.15 this morning i am a graduate of C25K. Woo hoo.

As of 6 this morning I also have lost 3st since early April. Hopong the roll continues on both.

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roseabi in reply to frozenberry

That is fantastic!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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frozenberry in reply to roseabi

Many thanks Roseabi

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Ln_artGraduate

I've just finished this morning, and managed to push on to hit 5k too!

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roseabi in reply to Ln_art

Superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Ln_artGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thankyou!!

Hi would love a badge as just completed C25K today. Took me longer than 9weeks but finished today. Who would of thought I would ever achieve this as not run in over 25 years.

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roseabi in reply to

You are amazing!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Byheck profile image
ByheckGraduate

Woo Hoo!! I did it!! Completed run 3 of week 9 this morning - before it got too hotπŸ₯΅. Can’t actually believe I’ve done it, and very excited about continuing to run!! πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌ

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roseabi in reply to Byheck

Awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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SpeedyLinzalezGraduate

Hey there. I did it! Couldn't run for a bus when I started. SUCH a brilliant programme. Thanks xxxx

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roseabi in reply to SpeedyLinzalez

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

ann-54 profile image
ann-54Graduate

Completed C25K and would love a graduate badge please. Thank you

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roseabi in reply to ann-54

And here it is! Congratulations, runner!!!

PhoebeJane profile image
PhoebeJaneGraduate

Hello hello! Very proud to say I completed the c25k program this morning! Am on a high!!!!! Such a good feeling!

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roseabi in reply to PhoebeJane

Hello up there! Congratulations, runner!!!

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TortoiseandHareGraduate

Just completed my graduation run! I cannot believe it! I have run through furlough and redundancy process. C25K has kept me sane and I am the fittest I have been in 20 years! Thank you. Time for breakfast prosecco and croissant πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸŽ½πŸ’ͺπŸ₯‚πŸ’ƒπŸ‘―‍♂️

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roseabi in reply to TortoiseandHare

Well-earned, and what a fabulous story!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Chess89 profile image
Chess89Graduate

Hello,

I successfully finished the app today :)

Very pleased!

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roseabi in reply to Chess89

Awesome work! Congratulations, runner!!!

Calicoco profile image
CalicocoGraduate

Hi, I graduated today. Quite proud of myself, especially in this heat.

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roseabi in reply to Calicoco

You are definitely a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Mistygoth profile image
MistygothGraduate

Hello, I completed C25K last week on 31st July (then went away for a week) so didn't get chance to request my badge. Did post on the forum to celebrate (and mark the occasion) Will def be sticking around as I move to consolidation and still use the podcast for a few weeks.

Would love a badge if possible!

thank you

Sarah

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roseabi in reply to Mistygoth

There it is! Congratulations, runner!!!

Seasidebliss profile image
SeasideblissGraduate

i completed couch to 5k last week.

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roseabi in reply to Seasidebliss

Awesome work! Congratulations, runner!!!

BettyB1565 profile image
BettyB1565Graduate

Yeah just completed C25K! Something good to come out of lockdown!!

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roseabi in reply to BettyB1565

Yes indeed! Congratulations, runner!!!

Bustsofa profile image
BustsofaGraduate

Yay I've done it done my nine weeks, I'm still in shock that I've done it. Please can I have a graduation badge

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roseabi in reply to Bustsofa

You certainly can! Congratulations, runner!!!

Nicky2603 profile image
Nicky2603Graduate

I have just completed Couch to 5k. It’s been amazing.

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roseabi in reply to Nicky2603

You are amazing! Congratulations, runner!!!

Nicky2603 profile image
Nicky2603Graduate

Please can I request a graduation badge.

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OtterloverGraduate

Really pleased to have completed W9 R3 - would love my badge! Thank you!

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roseabi in reply to Otterlover

It's a pleasure 😊😊😊 Congratulations, runner!!!

Piperdog profile image
PiperdogGraduate

I have completed C25K this morning. Could I please have my badge thank you

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roseabi in reply to Piperdog

Yes you can! Congratulations, runner!!!

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rosie2shoesGraduate

completed today so proud of myself..looking forward to running freeπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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roseabi in reply to rosie2shoes

Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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SlipperbabeGraduate

Hi, completed the C25k yesterday. Over the moon with myself!!!

Would love the virtual graduation next to my name. Many thanks. 😍😍

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roseabi in reply to Slipperbabe

You are awesome! Congratulations, runner!!!

Glmmarg profile image
GlmmargGraduate

Well, I’m late requesting but actually completed C25K on my 49th Birthday on 30/7/2020. Feeling very pleased with myself! Having tried (and failed) twice before, I guess 3 is the lucky number for me. Reading the posts on here gave me the help, support and encouragement I needed, I hadn’t tapped into that the first two times. As a reward, my partner got me a bike for my birthday! So more mental and physical challenges ahead...πŸ˜…

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roseabi in reply to Glmmarg

What a great birthday present! And I hope you enjoy your bike too. Congratulations, runner!!!

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Dee-defdoingthisGraduate

Hi, pleased to say I’ve completed my W9 R3. Would love my badge please! Thank you.

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roseabi in reply to Dee-defdoingthis

My pleasure! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Dee-defdoingthisGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you!

Niknik75 profile image
Niknik75Graduate

Good morning I’d love my badge x

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roseabi in reply to Niknik75

Good morning, here it is! Congratulations, runner!!!

Weff profile image
WeffGraduate

Hello! I completed my final run this morning and am now a graduate! Please may I request my badge? :)

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roseabi in reply to Weff

Certainly you may - and here it is!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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WeffGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you so much!

Leve profile image
LeveGraduate

I am incredibly proud to have complete C25K but I could not have done it without the support of the community. Your all awesome!

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roseabi in reply to Leve

Thank you, and you are awesome-er 😊 Congratulations, runner!!!

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Lockdown5Graduate

Could I request a badge please completed 2 months ago many thanks jackie

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roseabi in reply to Lockdown5

Hi again! You actually already have your graduate badge - if you cannot see it next to your name on your comment here, perhaps you are using the Health Unlocked app? If so, you will need to log into Health Unlocked via your web browser instead.

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Lockdown5Graduate in reply to roseabi

Oh ok thanks

in reply to roseabi

Hi, Yes, it says 'Graduate.' Sorry, I thought it was something else. Many thanks

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roseabi in reply to

There is an actual badge available to buy!

c25kgraduatebadge.co.uk/

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Lockdown5Graduate in reply to roseabi

Sorry I logged on via my computer but it’s still not visible πŸ™ˆ

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roseabi in reply to Lockdown5

Oh dear! I'm sorry but I have no other suggestions to make 😒

Hi. Have finally run 5k. Would love a graduation badge thank you so much.

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roseabi in reply to

Hello again! You actually already have your graduate badge - if you cannot see it next to your name on your comment here, perhaps you are using the Health Unlocked app? If so, you will need to log into Health Unlocked via your web browser instead to see your badge.

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Maz1103Graduate

Completed W9R3 this morning (and also 5k!!). 😁😁😁

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roseabi in reply to Maz1103

Amazing work!! Congratulations, runner!!!

AAON77 profile image
AAON77Graduate

Morning, I completed my final run today. So chuffed, no chance that it was actually 5k but I’m so thrilled with all of the progress so far!

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roseabi in reply to AAON77

You are a complete superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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NullaDaveGraduate

Hi!

Completed my C25K 4 weeks ago but have only seen this graduation post today.

Would love a badge!

Great work with the forum. So much useful info!

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roseabi in reply to NullaDave

There you are, superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Moominette profile image
MoominetteGraduate

Hello!Please may I have my Graduation badge after completing my graduation run yesterday?

I managed 4.2k, which I’m really happy with. It was my 4th attempt at c25k and I’m so pleased to have finally been able to prioritise my running enough to have made it to week 9.

I look forward to embedding my new habit and seeing where it takes me.

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roseabi in reply to Moominette

Hello! I like your username - so cute!

Congratulations, runner!!! Follow the links in this post for lots of useful advice xx

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Mcol12Graduate

Hello!

I completed w9r3 3 weeks ago and have been doing 30 mins consolidation runs since. Can I have a graduation badge please? This forum is brilliant. I haven't posted before but have followed it everyday for the whole 9 weeks. All the information and support was really helpful.

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roseabi in reply to Mcol12

Fabulous work!! Congratulations, runner!!!

JoTed profile image
JoTedGraduate

Hello! I have finished my C25K TODAY! I am so pleased!

I would love a badge please!

Thank you very much !

Jo 🀩

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roseabi in reply to JoTed

It is my absolute pleasure!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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GetoffmybuttGraduate

Hey, I completed my C25K today πŸ’ͺπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ So chuffed with myself for keeping at it πŸ˜ƒ

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roseabi in reply to Getoffmybutt

And now you are going to be Stayoffmybutt 😊😊😊 Congratulations, runner!!!

Check out the links in this post for lots of great advice about what to do next xxx

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SoundCollectorGraduate

Completed C25K this morning! Would love a badge please!

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roseabi in reply to SoundCollector

Awesome work!! Congratulations, runner!!!

annie09 profile image
annie09Graduate

Hi I have completed my final run this morning and have graduated! So happy and amazed to have got this far. Couldn’t have done it without reading all the advice on this forum. Thank you you are all amazing πŸ˜€

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roseabi in reply to annie09

YOU are amazing too!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Sara_WalesGraduate

Hiya! Feeling very happy that I can now say I am a C25K graduate!! Happy days!

Thanks to all admin, for your guidance and encouragement along the way πŸ™‚

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roseabi in reply to Sara_Wales

Very happy days, and it's a great pleasure to help you all!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Bre1234 profile image
Bre1234Graduate

Hi I’ve just completed my C25K m would absolutely love a badge, thank you, I feel awesome...

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roseabi in reply to Bre1234

You ARE awesome! Congratulations, runner!!!

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SwerunnerGraduate

I've just finished my third run of week nine and completed C25K - I never would have believed it in May when I struggled with my 60 seconds during week 1 :) This program is amazing and the forum is gold whenever I need company and advice. Thank you so much!!

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roseabi in reply to Swerunner

You're most welcome! Congratulations, runner!!!

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kev9154Graduate

C25K done and dusted, one or two re-runs but now into consolidation. I’ve tried a few runs in C210K, not sure if it’s for me but so chuffed I finished this programme.

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roseabi in reply to kev9154

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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WhydothisGraduate

I have arrived! Feeling very pleased with myself, having spent many years telling myself and everyone else that I am a walker, but would never even think about running! It is really doing me good, and I am enjoying it !

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roseabi in reply to Whydothis

Welcome! Have you finished the 9 week Couch to 5k programme? This is the post for requesting graduate badges 😊😊😊

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WhydothisGraduate in reply to roseabi

Yes - sorry, that's what I meant by "arrived"! I should have been more explicit πŸ˜€

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roseabi in reply to Whydothis

We get all sorts here πŸ˜„ Congratulations, runner!!!

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WhydothisGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you! Thrilled to bits with myself! πŸ˜€

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SueyMcSueFacGraduate

Please could I have my graduation badge? In week 3 of consolidation and keeping up with 3 weekly runs, even in he heat. πŸ₯΅

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roseabi in reply to SueyMcSueFac

You actually already have your graduate badge - if you cannot see it next to your name on your comment here, perhaps you are using the Health Unlocked app? If so, you will need to log into Health Unlocked via your web browser instead to see your badge.

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CatlizGraduate

Hi, yes I've done it!!!! Please can you apply badge? Thank you x

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roseabi in reply to Catliz

I certainly can! Congratulations, runner!!!

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CatlizGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thanks!

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NotdeterredGraduate

I completed Run 3 of Week 9 this morning. Please can I have my badge

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roseabi in reply to Notdeterred

Absolutely!! Congratulations, runner!!!

micky2meals profile image
micky2mealsGraduate

C25K completed on 4th attempt!! Currently jogging every other day between 2 & 4 miles, now looking for the next structured programme.

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roseabi in reply to micky2meals

Congratulations, runner!!!

There are plenty of ideas in the posts linked in this post - check them out 😊😊😊

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AshteadAndrewGraduate

I completed my W9R3 run on Monday. My two previous W9 runs had come in at around 3.8k, so I gritted my teeth and ran on for another 11 minutes to hit the magic 5k mark.

Thanks to those who run the forum and to everyone who posts for keeping me notivated!

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roseabi in reply to AshteadAndrew

Superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Poddy_the_poacherGraduate

I finished the programme on August the 4th! Can I have my badge please?

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roseabi in reply to Poddy_the_poacher

Certainly you can! Congratulations, runner!!!

Baggaz profile image
BaggazGraduate

Was a hot one this morning, even though I went out early to try and avoid the heat, but I did it! Can I have my badge please?

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roseabi in reply to Baggaz

You did it! Congratulations, runner!!!

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BumblebeesweetGraduate

Proud to say I completed C25K and would love my badge πŸ˜€

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roseabi in reply to Bumblebeesweet

You are amazing!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Mamma_MayhemGraduate

I completed W3R9 this morning. Please may I have a badge?

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roseabi in reply to Mamma_Mayhem

Of course you may, Mamma Mayhem! Congratulations, runner!!!

BandJsmum profile image
BandJsmumGraduate

And I’m done too after 12 weeks, didn’t think this was at all possible for a 45 year old, overweight and out of shape sloth! Haven’t posted but read other people’s posts everyday and found it all very helpful, please can I have my badge!

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roseabi in reply to BandJsmum

Awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

I have just completed week9 Run 3 and Graduated...please may I have my badge 😊

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roseabi in reply to

Superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Sedge profile image
SedgeGraduate

Morning!

I have finally completed the C25K and would love my badge to prove it!

This is an awesome forum, and I look forward to posting more about consolidation in the future!

See you at the finish line!

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roseabi in reply to Sedge

Fantastic work!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Blackberrypie profile image
BlackberrypieGraduate

I made it! Would love my badge please :D (very very very red in real life!)

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roseabi in reply to Blackberrypie

You are a red superstar!! πŸ˜„ Congratulations, runner!!!

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BlackberrypieGraduate in reply to roseabi

Now less red (so glad it isn't permanent) but liking my new badge very much! Thanks :)

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roseabi in reply to Blackberrypie

Yes, I'm glad of that - just got back from my run and am VERY red πŸ˜„

No problem, it's a pleasure xx

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RunningbunnyearsGraduate

Completed and wow thank to the community on here.

Loved reading and supporting others while getting g brilliant support back.

Can I have my badge please πŸ™‚

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roseabi in reply to Runningbunnyears

Thank you for being part of the community, hope to see more from you as you continue your new running career! Congratulations, runner!!!

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pangsaGraduate

Hello - I completed C25K - who would have thought... Could I have a badge please? Thanks to everyone on the forum! I couldn't have done it with that support.

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roseabi in reply to pangsa

Hello!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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IssywhizzGraduate

Hi, I completed C25K! Please can I have my badge πŸ₯³πŸ’₯😊

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roseabi in reply to Issywhizz

You sure can! Congratulations, runner!!!

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andystrettonGraduate

Hello

Completed Couch to 5k week 9 run 3 this morning!

Please may I have a Graduate badge...

Brilliant 😎

Andy Stretton

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roseabi in reply to andystretton

Brilliant!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Vidst profile image
VidstGraduate

Thrilled to be able to say that I completed Wk9 Run 3 this morning. I completed 3.8kms in 30 mins which I will aim to improve on in future runs. It's wonderful to feel that you are part of a huge network of heroes who have tested themselves and won.

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roseabi in reply to Vidst

What a fabulous thing to say!! Congratulations, runner!!!

GoGrandma1 profile image
GoGrandma1Graduate

Well I finally did it.

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roseabi in reply to GoGrandma1

Congratulations, runner!!!

NotAthletic profile image
NotAthleticGraduate

I'd love me one of those fancy graduation badges please like my fellow awesome runners!!

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roseabi in reply to NotAthletic

There you go, look at you all fancy! Congratulations, runner!!!

Phela profile image
PhelaGraduate

W9R3 done and dusted today

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PhelaGraduate

Thank you C25K. Done and dusted. May i please have my badge

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roseabi in reply to Phela

Absolutely! Congratulations, runner!!!

Slowrunn profile image
SlowrunnGraduate

Good morning, I cannot believe I have just completed C5k today 😯. When I started I had to repeat w1 2 to 3 times, I am proud of myself for completed it!!. This app is the best and thanks for the support from the group on here! Can I please have my graduation badge? Thank you.

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roseabi in reply to Slowrunn

You are the best!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Lanky_Lancy profile image
Lanky_LancyGraduate

W9R3 done!

I’ll claim my badge please.

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roseabi in reply to Lanky_Lancy

Superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Slowcoach16Graduate

Week 9, run 3 done! Would love my badge. Thank you so much for this forum, it has helped sooo much.

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roseabi in reply to Slowcoach16

It's a pleasure! Congratulations, runner!!!

Gaily23 profile image
Gaily23Graduate

Hello! Completed my final run today, yippee! A badge would be lovely 😊

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roseabi in reply to Gaily23

Yippeeeee! Congratulations, runner!!!

Mav156 profile image
Mav156Graduate

Hi I have achieved my couch to 5K in 13weeks. It’s been hugely rewarding and great support from the forum . On a plus note I’ve gone back to pre diabetic the running and diet definitely helped. Could I please have my graduation badge. Many thanks

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roseabi in reply to Mav156

This is amazing news!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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IslandmacmumGraduate

So pleased to say that I’ve completed C35K and would love to have a badge next to my name. πŸ˜ƒ Thank you! The forum has been a great help.

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roseabi in reply to Islandmacmum

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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New2this20Graduate

Here to claim my badge! Still slightly disbelieving about this but as they say..."trust the program"!

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roseabi in reply to New2this20

Believe!! πŸ˜„ Congratulations, runner!!!

RoseM1 profile image
RoseM1Graduate

Just posted for the 1st time because I did it! Graduated today! Have found the app and forum ultra encouraging. Would love a badge please!

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roseabi in reply to RoseM1

And it is yours!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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WibbleJGraduate

πŸ‘‹πŸ»

I’ve just finished today and really looking forward to seeing Graduate in a little box by my name. I love this forum!

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roseabi in reply to WibbleJ

And it is yours! Congratulations, runner!!!

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WibbleJGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you!

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cspbi17Graduate

Just done Run 3 of Week 9. Woohoo!!!! Best run yet, finally feel like a runner. So proud of myself πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰. Please can I have a badge. Thank you πŸ˜„.

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roseabi in reply to cspbi17

You are AWESOME!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Richard_PicsGraduate

Done! πŸ‘. May I have a graduation badge please?

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roseabi in reply to Richard_Pics

Certainly! Congratulations, runner!!!

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MeowrielGraduate

Hi I’m so pleased I’ve made it through the programme. The next challenge is to speed up a little and then try to make 5k instead of the present 3.5k! Thanks for the forum - could I have a badge please?

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roseabi in reply to Meowriel

Absolutely, and all the best for your next challenge! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Bissix2Graduate

Hello! Very happy to say I completed C25K! I first tried the program in 2016, it took a quarantine and a cursed 2020 to finish it, but I can run for 30 minutes straight now :) a badge would be the cherry on top of the cake

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roseabi in reply to Bissix2

Here is your cherry, you superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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NotsureaboutitGraduate

Hey. Was delighted to finish the programme this morning and have found this page invaluable. Would love my badge when you have an opportunity. 😊

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roseabi in reply to Notsureaboutit

Fabulous work!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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NotsureaboutitGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you!

mirabel8 profile image
mirabel8Graduate

I too completed the course this morning. So happy and feeling pretty proud. Great app! Badge please! I never thought i’d stick it out 😁

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roseabi in reply to mirabel8

Aha! What a lovely way to be proved wrong πŸ˜„ Congratulations, runner!!!

chunkypie profile image
chunkypieGraduate

Completed C25K today and still have enough energy to cook a Sausage Sandwich. Would love you to sneak to the shed and knock me up a Badge πŸ˜‰

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roseabi in reply to chunkypie

LOL!! Here is your beautifully crafted badge, fresh from the shed! Hope your sausage sandwich was similarly fabulous πŸ˜„

Congratulations, runner!!!

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chunkypieGraduate in reply to roseabi

I thank you πŸ‘

Tomartom profile image
TomartomGraduate

Hello! I’ve just graduated!😊 I would love my badge please. I would like to say just how grateful I am for everyone’s support and to say the couch to 5k has completely changed my life! Tom

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roseabi in reply to Tomartom

This is so awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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TomartomGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thanks so much, how do you see the badge? I can’t see it anywhere?

HealthyHabits_au profile image
HealthyHabits_auGraduate

Hello, I completed the program on Aug 15 (to 30mins), and ran a full 5km yesterday, on our parkrun route -woohoo, should be primed for a PB when the pause is unpaused!

Until then, I would love the badge!! Thank you

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roseabi in reply to HealthyHabits_au

It's a pleasure! Congratulations, runner!!!

Mel3007 profile image
Mel3007Graduate

Please could I have my graduation badge. I've just completed the couch to 5k. This forum is amazing

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roseabi in reply to Mel3007

You are amazing too!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Chime7875 profile image
Chime7875Graduate

Whoop just finished C25K on a 6.1k! Can I have my badge please! πŸ™ŒπŸ»

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roseabi in reply to Chime7875

Whoop!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Booklover57

Hello thank you for all your help and support so far! I have graduated today W9R3 and would like my badge please. Looking forward to moving on as a runner with your support for consolidation runs!

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roseabi in reply to Booklover57

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Edith1902 profile image
Edith1902Graduate

May I have a badge please? Completed my final run this morning and feeling very pleased with myself.

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Edith1902

As you should be!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Blake1921 profile image
Blake1921Graduate

Please may I have my graduate badge?

Many thanks Blake1921

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Blake1921

Certainly! Congratulations, runner!!!

Not-a-natural-runner profile image
Not-a-natural-runnerGraduate

Finished last run of week 9 yesterday. Proud of myself.

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roseabi in reply to Not-a-natural-runner

Justly proud!! Congratulations, runner!!!

MarkJ59 profile image
MarkJ59Graduate

Just completed graduation run. Proud 61 year old !

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to MarkJ59

Awesome work, superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

MarkJ59 profile image
MarkJ59Graduate in reply to roseabi

Thanks. Now to tackle consolidation!

LinsH75 profile image
LinsH75Graduate

Completed this morning and cannot thank this group enough! Now, where’s my grad badge?? πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚

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roseabi in reply to LinsH75

Right here! Congratulations, runner!!!

LinsH75 profile image
LinsH75Graduate in reply to roseabi

Thankyou so much. Xxx

BjSalvi profile image
BjSalviGraduate

Pleased to say I completed week 9 run 3 in July. Would love the badge :-)

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roseabi in reply to BjSalvi

You actually already have your graduate badge - if you cannot see it next to your name on your comment here, perhaps you are using the Health Unlocked app? If so, you will need to log into Health Unlocked via your web browser instead to see your badge.

Loppy9 profile image
Loppy9Graduate

Hi, I completed Couch to 5K this morning! Very happy :) Would love a badge, thank you!

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roseabi in reply to Loppy9

Happy days!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Loppy9 profile image
Loppy9Graduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you so much! :)

Dootamie profile image
DootamieGraduate

Hi there. I’ve done it. I’ve completed the Couch to 5k. I would love my graduation badge. Thank you.

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Dootamie

You've done it!!!!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Jaylbe profile image
JaylbeGraduate

Just completed C25K the slightly wonky version πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

This community has been a fantastic support throughout. Thank you 😁

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Jaylbe

It's an absolute pleasure! Congratulations, runner!!!

Duckaroo profile image
DuckarooGraduate

Very proud of myself it’s a great plan and great support and I would love a badge please

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roseabi in reply to Duckaroo

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Blade-5-0 profile image
Blade-5-0Graduate

Graduated and super proud. I never quit on any run no matter how hard and I feel so good and quite emotional. And I’d love my badge please x

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roseabi in reply to Blade-5-0

You are completely awesome!!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Amazon122 profile image
Amazon122Graduate

Hello! Delighted to say that I completed C25K this evening! It’s been a fantastic experience and something really positive to focus on during this distressing time. Please may I have my badge?

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roseabi in reply to Amazon122

Fabulous!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Scout37 profile image
Scout37Graduate

I've graduated today, all runs completed and 5k under my belt too, even if it did take longer than it takes the average bear!

Please may I have my virtual badge and the word Graduate beside my name on here?

Many thanks, Jo

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Scout37

Absolutely! Congratulations, runner!!!

Scout37 profile image
Scout37Graduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you!

Kish247 profile image
Kish247Graduate

Good morning. I've competed the last run today and would like a badge please. 5km is t h e next target! Thank you!

Kish247 profile image
Kish247Graduate in reply to Kish247

Thank you 😊

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roseabi in reply to Kish247

Congratulations, runner!!!

ClareCake profile image
ClareCakeGraduate

Dear Admin, I completed my Couch 2 5k today!! Please can I have my graduation badge? Thank you for your hardwork.

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roseabi in reply to ClareCake

Here's your badge, and it's a pleasure! Congratulations, runner!!!

Paula_Tier3Nutrition profile image
Paula_Tier3NutritionGraduate

Helloo!!

I completed my first 5K since I had surgery on my femur in January, and I did it 2ish minutes faster than I expected (I've been pacing myself at around a 35 minute 5K, and managed to do it in around 32 minutes or so).

I'm really pleased with myself :)

Keep it up, everyone!

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Paula_Tier3Nutrition

Congratulations, runner!!!

Dmm1989 profile image
Dmm1989Graduate

Just graduated today! These forums have been so, so helpful for getting there! Would love my love C25K badge please!😁

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roseabi in reply to Dmm1989

And here it is!! Congratulations, runner!!!

spadgy profile image
spadgyGraduate

I did it! C25K done. Such a positive force and change in my life. Very much sticking with this.

And I'd love a graduation badge. My first sporting achievement since a bronze in a primary school swimming competition circa 1986, and I only got that as just three of us entered that race. :) Oh - I got to 14th in the 2019 Southern UK Yo-Yo Championships, but that's not a sport. 14th out of 17 that time! I promise I'm 40.

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roseabi in reply to spadgy

Lol, why isn't yo-yo a sport?? Congratulations, runner!!!

spadgy profile image
spadgyGraduate in reply to roseabi

Answering that one’s a slippery slope. But to me it’s playing with a toy (even if the tricks have come a long way in recent years).

Thanks for my graduation badge! And all you guys’ effort helpBig make this community ace!

Musej profile image
MusejGraduate

Hi There,

I made it completed my couch to 5k week 9 run three on Sunday that has just passed. Ready to move on and consolidate.

Would love a badge to celebrate.

Thanking you in advance.

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roseabi in reply to Musej

Awesome work!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Anita1962 profile image
Anita1962Graduate

Hi, over the moon to say I completed c25k and would love my badge.

Found the week by week training was perfect for me, although not quite a 5k I'm running for 30 mins, 3 times a week. Speeding up a bit and improving stamina is my next step

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Anita1962

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Slothdriver profile image
SlothdriverGraduate

Can I have my badge please! Completed this morning. Great app. It must be - I'm no runner! (or at least I wasn't) :)

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roseabi in reply to Slothdriver

Welcome to the start of your running career! Congratulations, runner!!!

Dootamie profile image
DootamieGraduate

Hi there. I completed this fantastic challenge yesterday. Please could I have my badge. Thanks for a great couple of months.

Dootamie profile image
DootamieGraduate

Oh sorry. I’ve actually just seen that I’ve already got my badge!! I’m just too keen πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

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roseabi in reply to Dootamie

Ha ha xxx

RedDevil1292 profile image
RedDevil1292Graduate

Never thought I’d say this but I’ve just completed C25k

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roseabi in reply to RedDevil1292

You are a complete superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

f1madman profile image
f1madmanGraduate

Hello roseabi, I have completed the programme and wondering if I can collect my badge please? :)

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to f1madman

Certainly you can! Congratulations, runner!!!

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f1madmanGraduate in reply to roseabi

Oh wow thank you very much! Will need to get used to this

wobbles_when_runs profile image
wobbles_when_runsGraduate

Hi, I’ve only gone and done it! Please may I have my badge 😁

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to wobbles_when_runs

You've definitely gone and done it! Congratulations, runner!!!

Oldwoman65 profile image
Oldwoman65Graduate

I ran W9R3 of C25K and graduated πŸŽ“, please can I have my badge of honour. Thanks.

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Oldwoman65

Absolutely! Congratulations, runner!!!

Jetsoxo profile image
JetsoxoGraduate

Have completed the program. Please can I have my badge? Many thanks

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roseabi in reply to Jetsoxo

Certainly! Congratulations, runner!!!

nrbone profile image
nrboneGraduate

I just finished couch to 5k this morning and would love my badge if possible pleasey! What an amazing programme and can’t wait to see what my new challenge will be!! 😬πŸ₯³πŸ˜ƒ

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roseabi in reply to nrbone

You are amazing!! Congratulations, runner!!!

JCGM profile image
JCGMGraduate

Just graduated hurray! Never in a million years did I think I’d enjoy running!!! πŸƒπŸ»β€β™€οΈ Please can I get my badge? Thanks so much x

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roseabi in reply to JCGM

Isn't it great?!! Congratulations, runner!!!

JCGM profile image
JCGMGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thanks! Delighted with my virtual badge πŸ˜‚

bjmc1 profile image
bjmc1Graduate

Hello I graduated this morning πŸ˜ƒπŸ˜ƒ and would love my badge please! Thank you so much 😊

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roseabi in reply to bjmc1

Hello! Congratulations, runner!!!

AM2020 profile image
AM2020Graduate

I did it!! Yaaayyy! Can i very excitedly request my graduation badge please!! 😁😁😁

Thank you to all the people on here keeping everyone motivated and for all the great advice!

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roseabi in reply to AM2020

Yaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyy!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Fitformentalhealth profile image
FitformentalhealthGraduate

I have done it!!!! Graduate!!!!

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Fitformentalhealth

You HAVE done it!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Chilscot profile image
ChilscotGraduate

Me please, completed this morning and currently on cloud 9!

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Chilscot

Hello up there! Congratulations, runner!!!

Jlm1977 profile image
Jlm1977Graduate

I have completed my week 9 run 3! I am now a graduate!!!!!! Xxx

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roseabi in reply to Jlm1977

Yes you are!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Toomuchwinem2fGraduate

Hello, please can I request my graduation badge? Soooo excited to have completed this morning 😊😊😊thank you xx

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Toomuchwinem2f

You superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Toomuchwinem2fGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you 😊

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NeilT73

I just cannot believe it, I have finished couch to 5k in week 6 of the program.

Went on a family holiday and my sister and brother in law are runners and got me doing a little extra distance. Well after the 23 minute run at the end of week 5 it didn’t seem that much more, we ran for 27 minutes and completed 3.8km.

The route however on the Isle of Wight was not what I was used too, so many hills.

I felt good afterwards and felt I could have carried in running, so after a days rest I said I’m going to run for half an hour and see how that goes, well I was less than 0.5km away from the 5km so pushed on and completed my first 5km in 32:41

The 3rd run of the week was completed in 31:36

When I got home I have done 3 more runs all at 5k distance and now feel really comfortable running at about a 6 minute per KM pace, thankfully I don’t have many hills where I live and a lot easier on the flat.

I have never been into running at all and even as a kid used to hate any form of distance running, even used to hide in the woods during cross country runs at school and wait for the guys on the second lap to go round and then sneak out and rejoin the pack.

Overall I am really proud of myself in graduating the C25K I never dreamt that I would achieve it and to do it 3 weeks early was a real surprise to me.

Next challenge that has been set to me is to be able to run round Richmond Park which is 10km, will have to gradually increase my distances which in itself is a nightmare as I’ve finally got a 5k route door to door πŸ€¦πŸ»β€β™‚οΈ

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roseabi in reply to NeilT73

Hi!

First of all, massive congratulations for your amazing achievement! You are certainly a runner, and you have many adventures to look forward to. I am not sure why increasing your distances will be a nightmare, but I suggest you might find a GPS phone app such as Strava useful for tracking your distances.

Sadly I am not able to award you a graduate badge as you have not completed the 9 week Couch to 5k programme. This may seem unfair, but we have to consider the many runners in this community who have struggled and worked so hard to complete each run in the programme. I hope you can forgive me and understand!!

However, we have other running communities here on Health Unlocked which do not focus on a specific programme with an app, and may be of interest to you as a runner keen to progess. Bridge to 10k is as it says on the tin 😊, a community for those working towards running 10K. We do have an in-house plan, the Magic Plan, on Bridge which might be of help to you:

healthunlocked.com/bridgeto10k

And then there is Marathon Running and Race Report, which is for more experienced runners, and those who want to work on improving their running. Due to the current pandemic situation we are currently focusing on virtual races and running for fun, with a specific emphasis on the Half Marathon.

healthunlocked.com/marathon...

Happy running! xx

Mazzan profile image
MazzanGraduate

Very pleased with myself thank you for all your support . I would love my badge.

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roseabi in reply to Mazzan

It's a pleasure, you superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

SamiaT profile image
SamiaTGraduate

I'll only believe it when I see the badge next to my name. Right now, dripping with sweat having just completed W9 R3, it doesn't seem real at all.

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to SamiaT

Believe it!! πŸ˜„ Congratulations, runner!!!

Hi,

Username: Fitness84

I’ve just graduated from the C25K programme and completed W9R3 today and achieved my goal of running 5k in under 30 mins

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roseabi in reply to

Amazing work!! Congratulations, runner!!!

in reply to roseabi

Hi,

Many thanks Roseabi.

When do I get the badge?

How many 5k consolidation runs should do before starting to aim for 10k?

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to

I have awarded your badge. It appears as the word 'Graduate' next to your name on your posts and comments in this forum. If you cannot see your badge perhaps you are using the Health Unlocked app? If that is the case you will need to log in via your web browser in order to see your badge.

Consolidating your 5K runs is about feeling comfortable and confident about running 5K. After two or three weeks you may well feel ready to start increasing a weekly long run towards your new goal of 10K. Have a read of IannodaTruffe's Consolidation Club post for ideas:

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Good luck and have fun!

in reply to roseabi

That’s lovely.

Thank you ever soo much

Hi,

Fitness84

I completed my W9R3 today and achieved goal of 5k in 30min

SlowAndy profile image
SlowAndyGraduate

Hi! Can't believe I did it, but I completed W9R3 on 7th August. Working consolidation now.

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to SlowAndy

Believe! Congratulations, runner!!!

Jazzzlesxx profile image
JazzzlesxxGraduate

Hey I finished week 9 run 3 today ! Would love my badge and thank you all for the motivation ! Xxx

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Jazzzlesxx

It's a pleasure! Congratulations, runner!!!

Scottyates profile image
ScottyatesGraduate

Yay, I have done it. Got 5K in too. Feel amazing. Never ran before. I would recommend the experience to anyone.

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Scottyates

You are amazing!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Kirot profile image
KirotGraduate

Hi I graduated Couch to 5 on July 18thbut never requested for a badge. If it is not to late, I would like one please. Thank you.

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Kirot

Never too late! Congratulations, runner!!!

k11111 profile image
k11111

I graduated at the start of the month! I’ve been consolidating since then and now have cracked 4km in 30 minutes. I think I might be a real runner now!

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to k11111

Awesome!!! Congratulations, runner!!!!

filis76 profile image
filis76Graduate

I’d like badge please I completed week 9 yesterday

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to filis76

There you go! Congratulations, runner!!!

alacow profile image
alacowGraduate

Hi - I finished today with W9R3. I'd very much like a badge - not sure I've ever had a sports-related award before :-) Glad to get one finally when I'm a 55 year old with a bit of extra weight.

I'd also like to thank the admins for all the work you do maintaining the forums. They have been a huge incentive over the past 10 weeks (weeks 3 and four streatched out to 3 weeks).

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to alacow

It is an absolute pleasure!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Sumerplan profile image
SumerplanGraduate

Hi

I finished W9r3 today -

So pleased to have managed to run for 30 minutes. Please May I have a badge!

Thank you

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Sumerplan

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

EsmeraldaC profile image
EsmeraldaCGraduate

Hello! I completed C25K today! I’m so amazingly happy! Could I please get my badge?

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to EsmeraldaC

You are amazing!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Improvinglife profile image
ImprovinglifeGraduate

Completed couch to 5k and graduated on Friday πŸŽ‰πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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roseabi in reply to Improvinglife

Awesome news!! Congratulations, runner!!!

RunGirl1989 profile image
RunGirl1989Graduate

hi everyone! I chuffed to say, that I have completed my W9R3 run today πŸ˜€

I would love to have a badge next to my name - will be proudly wearing it πŸ₯°

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to RunGirl1989

Superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

RunGirl1989 profile image
RunGirl1989Graduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you πŸ₯°

Gemmaja profile image
Gemmaja

Finally graduated after 3 months πŸŽ‰

Immensely proud - will move on to consolidation runs next week 😁

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Gemmaja

Justly proud! Congratulations, runner!!!

Smile23 profile image
Smile23Graduate

Hi

With everyone s support I have completed c25k today

Could I have my badge please?

Thanks in advance x

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Smile23

Certainly xx Congratulations, runner!!!

Hello! Please can I get my badge! Run today and so proud of myself!!!!!!!

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to

You are amazing!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Boots3 profile image
Boots3Graduate

Emma Kavanagh graduated and can’t quite believe it, would live the badge!!

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roseabi in reply to Boots3

Believe it!! Congratulations, runner!!!

EmmaJH18 profile image
EmmaJH18Graduate

Graduated 17th August 2020 Wk9 R3

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roseabi in reply to EmmaJH18

Awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

EmmaJH18 profile image
EmmaJH18Graduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you, feel great x

BexJogs profile image
BexJogsGraduate

Hello! I just graduated! Please can I have my badge? Thank you! 😊😊

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to BexJogs

Absolutely!! Congratulations, runner!!!

JK20 profile image
JK20Graduate

Well I did it! Last night I completed C25K and would love my badge please ☺️

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to JK20

And here it is! Congratulations, runner!!!

girlsjustwannarun profile image
girlsjustwannarunGraduate

The time has come for me to finally request my graduation badge! W9R3 run this morning and I have now completed the programme 🎊🎊

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to girlsjustwannarun

Awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

genejeanie profile image
genejeanieGraduate

Please could I have the graduation badge as I completed today.

Thank you.

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to genejeanie

Certainly! Congratulations, runner!!!

LouiseG1970 profile image
LouiseG1970Graduate

I graduated today! Very proud of myself and would love my graduation badge please!

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to LouiseG1970

Justly proud! Congratulations, runner!!!

GoGrandma1 profile image
GoGrandma1Graduate

It took me longer than 9 weeks but I’m delighted to say I finally did it!!

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to GoGrandma1

You already have your badge - if you cannot see it next to your name on your posts and comments perhaps you are using the Health Unlocked app? If that is the case you will need to log in via your web browser in order to see your badge.

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TigerLouGraduate

I completed W9R3 on Sunday 23 Aug and would love a graduate badge please. Sunday’s graduation run was slow and tricky as it was a trail run with daughter and dog so I didn’t post it on the forum. Will do later today when get photos from daughter. Going for my first consolidation run tonight!

Kashara profile image
KasharaGraduate in reply to TigerLou

Well done!

TigerLou profile image
TigerLouGraduate in reply to Kashara

Thanks!

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to TigerLou

Fantastic work! Congratulations, runner!!!

TigerLou profile image
TigerLouGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you!

Skonnet profile image
SkonnetGraduate

***0-5K lockdown programme*** completed - Didn't think I could run one minute so you can't imagine how I feel being able to run 30 mins + (very slowly mind and haven't quite reached the 5k yet but room for improvement). Just need to practice running in the rain....

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Skonnet

You are a complete superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Pro tip: for running in the rain get yourself a peaked cap and enjoy!

Skonnet profile image
SkonnetGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thanks so much!

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Bluenos3Graduate in reply to Skonnet

Congratulations πŸ₯³

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Bluenos3Graduate

Well after much blood 🩸 sweat 😰 and tears 😭 I did it.

Living with Asthma & Arthritis I never thought I would run again and here I am πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

*she Believed she could, And then she Bloody smashed it*

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roseabi in reply to Bluenos3

You are absolutely amazing - huge congratulations, runner!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Bluenos3Graduate in reply to roseabi

😊

NorthernMonkey1 profile image
NorthernMonkey1Graduate

Can I have my badge please. Completed C25K this morning πŸ™‚

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roseabi in reply to NorthernMonkey1

You sure can! Congratulations, runner!!!

anacatoliama profile image
anacatoliamaGraduate

Hello! Completed C25K yesterday woop! May I please have my badge?

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to anacatoliama

Woop woop!! Congratulations, runner!!!

JessamineG profile image
JessamineGGraduate

Hello! I completed week 9 run 3 today!! 😊😊

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roseabi in reply to JessamineG

Hello!!!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Lindy5k profile image
Lindy5kGraduate

I graduated today. Can I have my badge please? Brilliant forum I'll be using this for some time to come.

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Lindy5k

Awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Flaminglegs profile image
FlaminglegsGraduate

Hi! I completed C25K Week 9 last week! Please can gave my badge. Thank you!

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roseabi in reply to Flaminglegs

Certainly! Congratulations, runner!!!

Lynsey1253 profile image
Lynsey1253Graduate

Hi! Completed my last run on Friday. Please may I have my badge? πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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roseabi in reply to Lynsey1253

Absolutely! Congratulations, runner!!!

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VerbenaAndThymeGraduate

Hello, tired and happy to report I have finished the programme!! Please can I have my badge. Thank you

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to VerbenaAndThyme

You are awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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RunnerdownunderGraduate

I'm 63, live in Sydney and have just completed my graduation run! I had started and stopped a few other exercise programs over the years but when I stumbled upon the NHS Strength & Flexibility program I suddenly felt at home. I completed that and then began Couch to 5K. Nearly every week I would arrive home from a completed run telling my husband that I'd never be able to progress to the next week. But then I would. Fabulous program and really wonderful support with this forum. Thank you!

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roseabi in reply to Runnerdownunder

G'day, superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Shantygirl profile image
ShantygirlGraduate

Just completed week 9 run 3 would love a badge !

roseabi profile image
roseabi in reply to Shantygirl

And you shall have one! Congratulations, runner!!!

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ShantygirlGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you

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IamamazingGraduate

Me please! Also posted in general before I found this. Thanks for all your support x

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roseabi in reply to Iamamazing

Superstar! Congratulations, runner!!!

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BertieCatsGraduate

Hi , I finished C25K today πŸ˜€ Very chuffed and managed to run 4.3k in my 30 minutes, a bit to go but feel it’s achievable for me. Please could I have my Graduate πŸŽ“ badge? Thank you 😊

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roseabi in reply to BertieCats

Awesome work! Congratulations, runner!!!

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PurplepokemonGraduate

Hello, I finished on Monday (super proud!) please may I have my graduate badge? Cheers

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roseabi in reply to Purplepokemon

Proud superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Mudita11

Hi. Just completed C25K today. Would never have thought it possible before! Could I have the graduate badge please? Thank you

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roseabi in reply to Mudita11

Yes you certainly can!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Julio-MonkeyGraduate

Hi,

I have (amazingly) completed C25K! I have thoroughly enjoyed every run, even though it’s been sooooo tough on some! To say I couldn’t even run upstairs just over 9 weeks ago, and now look at me...... I have just completed my third 30 minute run! The programme has been amazing..... it ACTUALLY works!

I would love my graduation badge!

Onwards and upwards!

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roseabi in reply to Julio-Monkey

To the stars! Congratulations, runner!!!

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anthony_jeannotGraduate

Hey admin team, thanks for all the amazing work, thrilled to join the August graduates.

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roseabi in reply to anthony_jeannot

Hey superstar! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Ssears91010Graduate

Me please !! I completed this morning and is over the moon. Never thought I would do this πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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roseabi in reply to Ssears91010

You are awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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LucymeakGraduate

Hi, just completed W9 R3!!! Please can I have my graduation badge..whoop whoop!

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roseabi in reply to Lucymeak

Whoop whoop!! Congratulations, runner!!!

BradC profile image
BradCGraduate

I successfully completed W9R3 this morning! I would very much like a badge, please!πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸ˜€

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roseabi in reply to BradC

And you shall have it!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Not_a_runner456Graduate

Hi

Delighted to say that I completed the last run of week 9 this morning. πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

Would love my badge

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roseabi in reply to Not_a_runner456

Superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Not_a_runner456Graduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you

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coffee1066Graduate

Completed this morning so very chuffed with myself - taken 3 months and so worth it - I would love my Graduation badge please

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roseabi in reply to coffee1066

Rightly chuffed! Congratulations, runner!!!

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coffee1066Graduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you so much it means such a lot πŸ₯³πŸ₯³πŸƒπŸ½β€β™€οΈπŸΎ

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FicjGraduate

Hi! I am very pleased to announce that I too have just completed couch to 5K this morning. I am not sure how I got here, but so grateful to MIchael Johnson and all the team on Couch to 5K. It would be great if you could send the graduation badge. Thank you πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰πŸŽ‰

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roseabi in reply to Ficj

There you go! Congratulations, runner!!!

Ficj profile image
FicjGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you 😊

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KasharaGraduate

Just completed C25K this morning and feeling really happy!

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roseabi in reply to Kashara

Happy days! Congratulations, runner!!!

nowster profile image
nowsterGraduate

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

I completed W9R3 this morning with 30 mins and 5km. πŸ˜€

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roseabi in reply to nowster

Awesome work! Congratulations, runner!!!

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nowsterGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thanks, roseabi .

Stb1 profile image
Stb1Graduate

I'm happy to say that I completed c25k this morning. My goal was to complete by the end of August.

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roseabi in reply to Stb1

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Monkey_shineGraduate

I did it! Ok it took longer than I would have liked but it has been SO hot here, even too hot to do gardening. But now things are cooling a little I feel that I will make faster progress and hope to be able to run for 5km non-stop before long. I know I will never do it in 28 mins again - PB about 30 years ago at least - but I am determined to do it and will be happy with any time I can manage! Can I have my badge please?

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roseabi in reply to Monkey_shine

Certainly you can! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Monkey_shineGraduate in reply to roseabi

Yeh! Thank you!

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TonkaEmsGraduate

Very pleased to say I completed W9R3 this morning and have officially graduated C25K πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ˜ƒ

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roseabi in reply to TonkaEms

Awesome work!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Hanfel profile image
HanfelGraduate

Hello! I ran W9r3 today and completed the C25K!!! Please can I have my badge πŸ™πŸ™πŸ€—

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roseabi in reply to Hanfel

Yes you can! Congratulations, runner!!!

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HanfelGraduate in reply to roseabi

THANKYOU!!!πŸ€—πŸ€—πŸ€—

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StarkeyGoGraduate

Hellooooo!!! Today was my W9 R3!! I graduated!! I’m so happy!!

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roseabi in reply to StarkeyGo

Hellllloooooooooo!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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StarkeyGoGraduate in reply to roseabi

Wiiiiii

RunJD profile image
RunJDGraduate

Thank you so much. I would like to request my badge after completing w9r3 yesterday. Still smiling!

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roseabi in reply to RunJD

Keep running, keep smiling! Congratulations, runner!!!

RunJD profile image
RunJDGraduate

Hi

I am sooo chuffed that I managed to complete C25k and would love to receive my virtual badge. Thank you!

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New2020RunnerGraduate

Hi! Ran for 30 minutes this week, doing 4K !! Hoping to run for 5K by the end of next week πŸŽ‰ Thank you!

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roseabi in reply to New2020Runner

Good luck and enjoy!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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JetsNannaGraduate

I completed W9 R3 this morning and I couldn’t be happier. I genuinely believe that this forum got me β€˜over the line’ so thank you 😊

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roseabi in reply to JetsNanna

It is an absolute pleasure! Congratulations, runner!!!

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JetsNannaGraduate in reply to roseabi

❀️

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Taz80Graduate

Hello hello. Completed couch to 5k on the 26th of this month. Would love my badge. Thank you.

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roseabi in reply to Taz80

Hello hello hello! Congratulations, runner!!!

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LindacaroleGraduate

Hi graduated today after 9 good weeks, really enjoyed the plan and I will continue .

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roseabi in reply to Lindacarole

Awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

maj_ profile image
maj_Graduate

Today was the day!! I did the last run of week nine! πŸ˜ƒ I am a runner now, right? Looking forward to my badge! Thank you!

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roseabi in reply to maj_

And here it is!! Congratulations, RUNNER!!! 😊😊😊

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fynnsnailGraduate

good morning! i finished the last run of couch25k yesterday. i am still really happy about it. i never thougth i would come that far!! if you would have asked me 10 weeks ago about running i would have said: no way... . haha. but now i am able to run 30 minutes. thank you very much for a badge to show that.

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roseabi in reply to fynnsnail

You are most welcome, you superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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JackapoodleGraduate

I graduated today and would love to receive my graduation badge. Thank you very much. Sooo excited!!

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roseabi in reply to Jackapoodle

You superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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JackapoodleGraduate in reply to roseabi

Thank you 😊

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AutocutieGraduate

So happy πŸ˜€ graduated today and would love my badge. Thank you 😊

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roseabi in reply to Autocutie

You are most welcome! Congratulations, runner!!!

elmopar profile image
elmoparGraduate

I have completed C25K! So

Proud of myself!

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roseabi in reply to elmopar

Justly proud! Congratulations, runner!!!

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MacTavish1976Graduate

Good Morning!

I'm very proud to say I've graduated this morning and I'd love to have my badge please! I also can't believe it is the end of having MJ in my ear πŸ˜₯ Like everybody else who graduated over this last week, I've ran through extreme heat, driving rain, strong winds, thunder, lightning you name it . . . And that was just our summer! But I still went out and ran! I'm sure my husband thinks I'm now totally mad!

Thank you for all the support over the past couple of months. Now onwards to a full 5k . . (rather than 4.64k! πŸ˜‰) πŸ’š

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roseabi in reply to MacTavish1976

You are amazing!!! Congratulations, runner!!!!

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Syllo137

Week 7 and I've ran 6k day 1, 8k day 2 and 5k victory run in day 3, do I deserve a badge?

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roseabi in reply to Syllo137

That is amazing, well done!!

You probably do deserve a badge, but I am sorry to say you do not qualify for one until you have completed all the runs of the 9 week C25K programme. We have to think of all the people who have struggled, and worked so hard to complete all their runs. I do hope you understand! xxx

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Syllo137 in reply to roseabi

Thanks, it's fine, will work on my time meanwhile, see you in 2 weeks :)

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roseabi in reply to Syllo137

Enjoy your running! I think you will go a long way xxx

Just finished this morning so would love a badge please πŸ˜πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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roseabi in reply to

And you shall have one - there you go! Congratulations, runner!!!

ACBW profile image
ACBWGraduate

So chuffed to have completed C25K! Just completed my first consolidation run and it felt great 😁. Really excited to get the graduation badge!

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roseabi in reply to ACBW

You are awesome!! Congratulations, runner!!!

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Laks2runGraduate

Hello!!!

Completed my C25K this afternoon. Wanted to complete by End of August and I did it in the last day, can I have my badge please.

Thanks for all the motivation and support, never could have thought in a million years I will be able to run 5K. Well done team.

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roseabi in reply to Laks2run

You are a superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

Bel21 profile image
Bel21Graduate

Hi, pleased to say I completed C25K today. Would love to receive my graduation badge please.

Thank you for all the support x

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roseabi in reply to Bel21

It's a pleasure!! Congratulations, runner!!!

BandX profile image
BandXGraduate

I have run W9R3 of C25K and graduated. (My nine year old daughter has done it too so will share my virtual badge!) thanks for all the support on this wonderful forum!

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roseabi in reply to BandX

How fabulous!! Congratulations, runners!!!

calvo2000 profile image
calvo2000Graduate

Hi,

I managed to complete it yesterday. It's been great checking in here for advice.

Tony

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roseabi in reply to calvo2000

Superstar!! Congratulations, runner!!!

elso profile image
elsoGraduate

Hi roseabi, sorry it's a little late, I completed Couch 2 5k last week Friday, please could I have a badge?

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roseabi in reply to elso

Of course you can xx Congratulations, runner!!!

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samsam70Graduate

Very proud to say I completed the C25K wk9 R3 yesterday which was also my 50th birthday!! That’s gotta be worth a badge!! πŸ˜„

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roseabi in reply to samsam70

I reckon so, definitely! And happy birthday of yesterday 😊😊😊 Congratulations, runner!!!

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DobbydoodahGraduate

Hi, today I completed week 9 run 3, please can I have a graduation badge, thank you.

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roseabi

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