Week 9 run 1: This afternoon surprised myself... - Couch to 5K

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Week 9 run 1

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This afternoon surprised myself, ran 4.5 miles or 7.24 kilometres. It took me 40 mins to run but I am pleased with time and distance.

I have also increased my sit ups from 90 to 105, I don't know we're this extra energy come from especially this my fist day back to work after a few weeks. If I carry on at this rate I should be ready for 2013 Edinburgh Marathon in plenty if time. Surprisingly my appetite hasn't really increase that much. People keep asking me if I have lost weight but the answer is no, I am actually 8lbs heavy then when I started. I am just more toned and my waist has shrunk a couple of inches.

I am slowly turning into a fitness fanatic. I think I need locked up, (ha ha ha).

I can't believe I am on week 9 and only two runs till I officially graduate. So looking forward to run 2 & 3.

I think I will have a bar of chocolate to celebrate on Friday.

So thanks to everyone for their support.

I will keep you posted as to when I reach 10k

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mrslazyGraduate

Wow, we'll done, you are clearly running well beyond the target, Good to have a goal, mine is not to stop now I've graduated, yours is a half marathon. Lol

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My next goal is Friday and a well deserved chocolate bar, lol

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AlaiyoGraduate

Way to go! That is an impressive start to week 9. Maybe you are a natural-born runner who has found his element! Congratulations.

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HeartboyGraduate

That is great. I've just managed 5K and feel on top of the world so can't imagine how brilliant you must be feeling. Keep up the good work.

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