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I stopped and can't get started again...

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I had been doing so well until I had a week away at a camp where I managed one run but had no energy to do the rest. When I got back I was exhausted and got the flu which delayed running. I then got back on the band wagon and did Week 4 run 3 again and Week 5 run 1. But I keep getting the flu and feel wretched, particularly in the mornings which is when I generally have time to run. So basically I haven't ran in a good few weeks now :( Recovering from the flu again atm so have zero motivation to go for a run, just going to work is tough enough. But I don't want to give up on this!!! Help!!

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OldgirlGraduate

You need to rest for a couple of weeks to make sure you are completely well and over this virus. You will get there in the end, its not a race and if it takes another couple of weeks so be it. Take care and don't over do things until you are able.

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gdeannGraduate

Get yourself on the mend and then try again. Take care of yourself and maybe even try week 2 or 3 when you do start out again. Wishing you well! :-)

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