Hello lovely people. Hope your having lots of fun with the runs.
I’ve managed somehow to squeeze in all my runs this week - even managed to make run 3 my first ever park run.
I was SO nervous this morning. I almost talked myself out of it. And when I saw the volunteers at the start line I had to force myself to not turn around and go home.
I had such a good time though! The sun was shining, everyone was friendly, there wasn’t any sort of “competition” feel about it so I felt comfortable going at my own snail pace. Once I found my rhythm I managed to loose myself in the moment. The hardest part was definitely getting out of my door and getting myself there! If you’re thinking of doing it but like me a bit nervous - I’d say bite the bullet and just go for it!
I laughed so hard when I got my results text - I came 70th out of 81 with a time of 36 mins 12 seconds. Considering it’s my 1st attempt I’d say that’s not a bad effort at my snails pace. Shaved a few seconds off my average mile times, got a personal best (ok - not hard since it was my first time but let’s just take that as a win!) I am so proud of myself. Next time I have a kid free Saturday morning I’ll be back there for more!
7 weeks ago this would have been totally out of the question! I am amazed with my progress. Thank you c25k. I have hated this programme at times but it’s definitely worth sticking with! 6 more runs ‘til graduation. Rest day and a well earned lie in then onwards and upwards!
Happy running everyone