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That's my c25k journey this time. Last time, in 2016, I completed it in just over 9 weeks. It'll be much longer this time.

My last run was nearly 3 weeks ago, in Scotland when I was visiting friends and family. Once home, I was so tired and needed to rest. After a few days I developed Covid which I'd clearly brought back with me.

Although I tested negative fairly quickly, I've remained tired so it's taken a while to even think about running again. However, this morning I decided to go out and try a week 4 run (my last run was week 7 run 2).

Anyway, it went ok so I'll gradually get myself back to where I was, at the end of week 7. It's not a race, a few extra weeks make no difference overall. The main thing is to get back to regular running, that's my aim. I'm inspired by reading everyone's progress on here.

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SueAppleRunGraduate

Covid really takes all our energy and can take a while to fully recover from, well done for getting out there, you will soon catch up, and as you say its not a race, take it steady

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduate

🍏Well done Joy! A sensible comeback & attitude. Enjoy your Autumn 🍂 runs!!

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BluebirdrunnerGraduate

I hope you're back to full strength soon Joy and that you enjoyed your break in Scotland nevertheless.

Take it steady as you go.

🏃‍♀️xxx

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JeremiahObadiahGraduate

Sorry to hear that you have had covid, what a huge shame that it is doing the rounds again with a new variant to catch us all out.

Take care as you recuperate, your gentle approach sounds very wise.

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Ziggyliscious

Hello Joy57 ... 'snap' with the Covid ... I havent done a test - but everyone around me have it take care of yourself 😘

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