Re running following illness

[Silverslowcoach1961]

Just completed week 5 run 3. I’d been dreading stepping up to 20 minutes running, however, not as bad as I had been expecting. All in the head!!!

Starting again after being diagnosed with rectal cancer and undergoing a colostomy operation in May. I was feeling pretty down for a while, thought useful life was practically over but since starting running again I’m feeling much better (about everything!!!). taking things quite slow (I’m 63) but enjoying every run. When the going gets tough - start running 👍

[Annieapple Administrator Graduate]

🍏 You have certainly been through the mill!! (and still are, caring for your wife) What strength of character to come through it and take up running!! Well done on 5:3 you won’t look back now! Once you know you can do it & the feel good factor kicks in, nothing stops you! Hopefully you have some great music or podcasts to listen to as the runs get a bit longer. Do keep in touch & let us know how things are going. I will add a link for you to check out in due course! 🏃‍♂️ 🎶🙌

healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Huge, HUGE well done to you! Slow, steady and with enjoyment... !

[Yesletsgo Administrator Graduate]

That first long run is such an achievement, well done you 😁You've had a tough time, sounds like your strength is growing and building, fantastic.

[drl212 Graduate]

What a valuable life lesson and so affirming!

Congrats on Week 5 Run 3! It often seems to be a mental hurdle vs a physical one.

Keep an eye out for Week 6, sometimes it surprises folks.

Do keep us posted on how you do…

[ReturningRunner1 Graduate]

well done 👍