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AH21MMGraduate
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I was a bit apprehensive about this run despite having done it on my first attempt pre injury…but it was good! As I was running I was thinking of all the posts on here..can you speak whilst running, keep it slow…Pace yourself…I think literally those posts and comments helped immensely and I did it! When Sarah said you are half way through (the 5 minutes) it was a surprise and each one was manageable! My breathing was good and I was so thrilled to do it!!! 2 x 8 minutes next time 😱…but with the tips from here and the knowledge I did it once before…fingers crossed 🤞🏻

This forum really does an incredible job of encouragement and confirmation and just being there!!! I suspect lots of people would not have achieved so much without if. Thank you!

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Well done AH21MM! I agree, thinking about people’s posts during running is an immense help. Best of luck for your next run 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️😊👟.

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AH21MMGraduate in reply to Frenc

Thank you so much! I was devastated when I broke my foot and was so depressed thinking I wouldn’t be able to run. It is the most amazing thrill to be able to do so and I am so grateful to all the amazing people on here, so inspirational…some have really life threatening situations yet they are still so positive!! It’s just amazing! 🥰

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FrencGraduate in reply to AH21MM

I’m sure you were! But you didn’t give up, that’s quite something - you’re definitely back on track now 👍👍👍.

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AH21MMGraduate in reply to Frenc

Thank you! I so want to complete this ..I just love it and all the people associated with it 🥰

Well done, you're doing great. The posts helped me through the programme too. Enjoy the next two runs. x

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Thank you! It really is wonderful to be able to do it…when I was laid up I seriously worried I wouldn’t be able to do this ever again so it is so amazing ..people like you have been so inspiring! Thank you ☺️ 🥰

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drun

Well done and thanks AH21MM we've all done it or are going though it and can all offer what worked for us.

You're over halfway though the programme keep going and enjoy.

👍

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Sulley101Graduate

Keep surprising yourself! 😁😁 You can do this! 👍👏

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