W9 R3 yay!

[jillysis]

So after being plagued by shin splints and a mega dose of the Flu plus a chest infection. I finally completed the program!! 5.11 km in 30 mins. Very pleased with myself! Last week I was fretting about how to get back on track as I had been so ill but yesterday after planning a 20 min run I decided that I could push through and do it which meant I did my graduation run today..in the beautiful Melbourne sunshine( its winter here). From gasping for breath after a 3 min run back in the first weeks, along with the mental battles that rage during the longer runs to being able to run for 30 mins is an amazing feeling! So how do I get my graduation badge?? I'm feeling pretty pleased with myself. My next goal is to compete in a 5 km but for now I am happy in my own little running world looking at gardens and smiling at the same old faces every morning ( I can smile at them now...It used to be a grimace and attempted head nod!!) I am even going to say "Hi" to the professional super uber fit girl I see frequently with her hair not out of place and all the 'gear'.. because I'm a runner now!!

[gypsydepp Graduate]

Congratulations ! Well done you......5.11k in 30 minutes is really good, too.

A true runner

[blueboots Graduate]

Drop a note to JR21 at admin to get your badge. Congratulations.

[Nevertoolate Graduate]

Well done and an amazing distance! It sounds like you're ready to work towards 10k. Have a great celebration.

[happierswimming Graduate]

congratulations. It's lovely to hear how much you enjoy running. Well done

[ellerunner Graduate]

Well done

[Oldgirl Graduate]

Superb time for your graduation run, very well done. Please don't speak about wonderful sunshine, we have loads of rain we can send you if you would like some.!! What are your plans next with your running?

[sfb350 Graduate]

Very well done - and quick too ! Congratulations

[klw13 Graduate]

Well done and so speedy!