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OMG OMG! I've just completed W5R2 - two 8 min runs. I am absolutely buzzing!!

This time last year, I was still recovering from a double heart bypass after having had a completely unexpected heart attack in Dec 20. And now I'm running and, more importantly, enjoying it!

I did have a small emotional moment at the end of the first 8 min run, thinking about how far I've come. Goodness knows what I'll be like on Friday when I complete 20 mins run non stop (which I now know is completely possible!)

This programme is awesome. Bring it on!

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VespinaGraduate

Huge congratulations. Youโ€™re doing brilliantly. Looking forward to reading the post where you tell us youโ€™ve done run 3 of the week. Youโ€™ve got this. Great job ๐Ÿ‘

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BrixcosGraduateโ€ข in reply toVespina

Thanks Vespina ๐Ÿฅฐ

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

HUGE well done to you! You have done brilliantly! On you go, slow and steady and just relax into the next runs and let those newly formed running legs do their own thing!

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BrixcosGraduateโ€ข in reply toOldfloss

Thanks Oldfloss. I now know I can run, which is a huge thing for me! And I totally trust the programme...!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduateโ€ข in reply toBrixcos

It works... that is the best thing:)

What a journey! Your story is an inspiration x ๐Ÿ˜Š

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BrixcosGraduateโ€ข in reply to

Thanks Indicat. I really was quite emotional after my run, it's been quite a journey. I've always been fairly fit but the C25K has taken my fitness to the next level. Roll on Friday!!

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BrokeyNotSoBustedGraduate

You're doing very well. Love the excitement and joy in posts like this. Glad you're enjoying it, take next one nice and steady and you'll smash it.

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BrixcosGraduateโ€ข in reply toBrokeyNotSoBusted

Thank you! I'm a slow jogger so there's really only one speed at the moment- which I'm totally comfortable with!

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SkiMondayGraduate

Great progress there Brixcos and grest post too. Your enthusiasm really leaps off the page!

I remember a great feeling of satisfaction for running 800m after having a stent fitted. It's interesting to see where we get to on this running journey!

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BrixcosGraduateโ€ข in reply toSkiMonday

Absolutely! Wgat for some might be the end of the road is only the beginning for others!

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MrsLydiaWickhamGraduate

Well done!! You are amazing. Emotional for sure... what a brilliant post. ๐Ÿ‘Œ

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BrixcosGraduateโ€ข in reply toMrsLydiaWickham

Thank you ! There will be more emotional posts in due course!

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LionoGraduate

Well done! I'm seriously impressed and inspired. I didn't get out as planned yesterday so W5R2 is today - if you can do it, I have no excuses.

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BrixcosGraduateโ€ข in reply toLiono

That's the spirit! How did it go ๐Ÿค”

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LionoGraduateโ€ข in reply toBrixcos

It was good thanks! Managed it even though the 2nd 8 mins was uphill. I might have to rethink my usually run timing though - it's getting a bit hot to run at 2pm before the school run ๐Ÿฅต

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