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Really struggled with my 5k run this weekend - felt like running through treacle and legs so sore I felt like crying. Woke up on Sunday with flu like virus which in hindsight was brewing on Saturday and would explain why it was so hard - so the lesson for me - sometimes it is ok to stop and I am not invincible. Feeling proper sorry for myself now especially as the sun is out and it would be a nice day for a run but definitely a “on the couch and regular paracetemol “ sort of day instead

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduate

🍏🤗❤️‍🩹 commiserations!! Hoped you are all wrapped up on the couch. Amazing how much our bodies let us know a thing or two! Get well soon & those runs will wait! The sunshine will cheer you up! Xx

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SueAppleRunGraduate

Oh that's awful, there's always a reason isn't there? Rest, keep taking the paracetamol and the runs will be waiting when you return

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BahamaMama1Graduate

Ahhh - sorry to hear you are under the weather. At least you now understand there is a reason for the difficult run. Hopefully it will pass quickly and you will soon be out in the sunshine.

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MissUnderstandingAdministratorGraduate

Oh poor you! I’ve had the same happen to me many times and I never seem to be better at recognising when something is brewing! Get well soon and take care of yourself ❤️‍🩹

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YesletsgoGraduate

Take it easy and nurture yourself. Put all your strength and effort into taking it easy so you can heal. Get well soon!!

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Gthants

Absolutely right & hope you feel much better soon!

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