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Couch 2 5k completed

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From really struggling to even run for 60 seconds to completing the program has been really worthwhile _ I can really recommend this program.

There were times when it all looked too difficult but now just completed the plan a week ago and ran for 6.4KM yesterday - looking to now build on this achievement.

However id did take me 12 weeks to complete as I repeated some of the weeks twice, the end result has been the ability to deal with stress effectively, better nights sleep and a good feeling. That coupled with a healthy eating routine I have lost 1 st 5 lbs

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lucylocket10Graduate

That's brilliant! I finished yesterday :-)

Running 6.4k is fantastic - I'm nowhere near the 5k yet but I'm sure it will come. Like you, I found running 60 seconds difficult at the beginning but now I can run for 30 minutes - incredible!

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maddykinsGraduate

very well done edensmiths 6.4 km is great too . you must be very proud of yourself

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BurstcouchGraduate

fantastic news, Just completed run 1 of week 9 before the rain started.

Distance was 4.26km but I feel so slow and other runners shoot past me all the time.

So pleased you have made only 2 more to go for me.

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TJFlute

1 stone 5lbs!! That's an amazing amount to lose! Well done on this and graduating :)

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bluebootsGraduate

Congratulations on your graduation and the weight loss and the fact that you already run for more than 6km. Sounds like you have made some significant changes to your life. :)

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caroldeazGraduate

well done great achievment :)

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Deryn61Graduate

Wow that is wonderful. running that far too, well done x

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BxsterGraduate

congratulations :)

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