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Back to Square One

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Hello all, I am finally back into running after a long break due to an injury. After overcoming all the envy, self pity and procrastinaiton, I managed to get up and jog. I must say it felt amazing to put in the action and follow it up with that small jog.

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Excellent!Sometimes the envy, self pity and procrastination can be the highest hurdles .

Have you gone back to the programme?

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Rookie81 in reply to Instructor57

Yes, i went straight back to the first run. My left ankle still hurts when i apply pressure but other than that i'm making sure i stretch and be gentle with myself

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