To be this close to graduation is just huge for me...
It's not just about the running. It's about the fact I didn't give up on myself for once. Every run has been a mental battle to squash the excuses that my head comes up with every time I get ready to get out there.
Today was no different. Despite being so close to the end, I still had to convince my head we were running today and I know I'll need to convince myself 3 more times next week to graduate. And after that.
But if I can get this far, who knows how far I can go in the future?! It's a hill I want to continue to climb becuase I really want to see what's on the other side.
Every day I go out and complete a run is another step closer. I could almost cry today...it's quite emotional to be so close now...
Today marks the end of a stressful week, but it closes on a high because in spite of that, I went out today and I completed week 8. It was a good run and I'm getting stronger every time.
You have all kept me going and when I talk about C25K I always tell everyone about the great community forum and the support you receive.
It's overwhelming and really has restored my faith in humanity. If you can be anything, be kind ❤️
Tell yourself " well done" Burkey46 👍 and remember it's only 3 more runs 3.2.1 time doesn't matter, speed doesn't matter, what matters is you did this for you. The journey from sofa surfing to accomplishment of C25k is a fantastic one. And the buzz and the smug warm feeling it gives you is brilliant.
And hey keep on running, I mean why wouldn't you want to?
Well done you should be so proud. It's great to see people progress and see the ups and downs knowing that they came through the other side and carried on.
Fabulous, well done Burkey46, there’s definitely something about this running business along with the support in this community, a winning recipe I think... 9 months in now for me and going slowly but strong, me and my gremlins are making friends, they know each other so much better now 😉 There will be a welcoming parade out for you and your fellow graduates next week to cheer you all across the line 🏃♀️🤗
Absolutely brilliantly done and what a great post. I’m one run behind you and, like you, have gained the belief and motivation to succeed at this and, even more amazingly, to continue beyond.
Good luck for the three runs to come and for graduation 🎓 WHEN it happens next week.
Found myself nodding whilst reading your post. We don’t just run for our bodies, do we? We run for the mind.
Big congrats on your journey so far Burkey. Like you, it’s the ‘what’s over the hill’ that keeps me motivated for all the new possibilities in front of us 🤩
Keep doing your thing, you’re smashing it. Week 9 is going to be an incredible week! 🙌🏼
Such an uplifting post and well done on being so so close graduation! I think it is an emotional thing to do, like you say, and this forum is truly inspiring! Best of luck with your final week 🙂
I almost cried the other day when my app crashed. Not
Being able to keep up with others progress and support.
Still not completely fixed as I am getting undated with emails I have also ended up with two sign but I don’t care I can follow again and am feeling the same very emotional too.
I fell over on a run Monday and firstly wasn’t hurt, bruised but fine and no one saw thankfully. Great whale and all.
I got today early and ran like a Japanese Walker. Slow until 10mins picked up my stride and when I past the fall drive did a happy dance. There are many wet leaves so if it gets worse I shall go a gym.
I'm really looking forward to you completing this - I'm glad you're proud of yourself and you'll be even more proud when you've finished, we all will be.
I've enjoyed reading every update and your replies to everyone is great and just makes us all want to encourage you and each other.
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W7 completed!
W8R3 - What a difference a run makes
W8R3 done
Am I really here???? Really?? Me?!
W8R3 - Close to the final stretch! 
