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W11R1 done and almost a fall

Almost my first fall this evening, having seen my way safely through ten weeks of run-on-run improvement (just about). Perhaps it will teach me to keep my eyes...

Almost my first fall this evening, having seen my way safely through ten weeks o...

janda

Graduate•11 years ago

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What the GP said...

Well, having asked for your advice about my ankle I have been to see my GP today. First I rang NHS direct to ask if I should go to GP, walk in centre or A &...

Well, having asked for your advice about my ankle I have been to see my GP today...

vikicats

Graduate•11 years ago

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Week 5 Run 3 - I am stunned!

So, after a physical and emotional wobble during week 5 run 2 on Sunday, it was with much trepidation that I attempted run 3 after work tonight - in the wind...

So, after a physical and emotional wobble during week 5 run 2 on Sunday, it was ...

Esprit

Graduate•11 years ago

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couch to 5k in 9 weeks

Hi I have started the couch to 5k in 9 weeks today, done my first traing session and feeling very positive, how many others are new to this.:-)

Hi I have started the couch to 5k in 9 weeks today, done my first traing session...

fatandidol

•11 years ago

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Long runs v short brusts

A quick question ...do the rest of you find the longer runs easier than the short bursts? i thought looking back on my progress that the way I struggled...

A quick question ...do the rest of you find the longer runs easier than the shor...

redfacewoman

Graduate•11 years ago

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A run full of firsts......

This was my first run after graduating at the weekend. This was my first run in the dark after work. This was my first run wearing winter gear-long tights,...

This was my first run after graduating at the weekend. This was my first run in...

SBG356

Graduate•11 years ago

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Graduated yay!!

Well after lurking here for 10 weeks, today I finally finished my final run of week 9. I managed 5k in 32.37. I couldn't stop at 30 minutes being I was so...

Well after lurking here for 10 weeks, today I finally finished my final run of w...

JoP1

Graduate•11 years ago

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Ouch, that hurt!!

Buoyed on by graduating and completing my first official 5K run, decided that I'd have a go at one of the C25K+ podcasts, so went for stepping stones. What a...

Buoyed on by graduating and completing my first official 5K run, decided that I'...

eshaz14

Graduate•11 years ago

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Gait analysis - Gimmick or worth it?

I've just watched Panorama, The Truth About Sports Products on Iplayer. This is the link and it is interesting...

I've just watched Panorama, The Truth About Sports Products on Iplayer. This is ...

DuckFeet

Graduate•11 years ago

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Week 3 Run 1 done and feeling great!

Finished it about 2 hours ago, legs feel a bit tired now but they were a lot better throughout the run. Was about to soldier on past 23 minutes requirement and...

Finished it about 2 hours ago, legs feel a bit tired now but they were a lot bet...

rochiebro

•11 years ago

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Week 8 Run 3 - done!

Finally finished week 8 having got over my cold at last. It was hard work today - despite going out in the morning and not working this week. A little voice...

Finally finished week 8 having got over my cold at last. It was hard work today...

slowrunner

•11 years ago

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garmin forerunner 110 with hr monitor £105.99 on amazon

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003EGC36Q/ref=nosim/?tag=hotukdeals-21 looks like it is just the pink & grey version but for a new one, with warranty...

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003EGC36Q/ref=nosim/?tag=hotukdeals-21 lo...

shelleymcb

Graduate•11 years ago

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Speed question - Week 3 Run 1

I swear I am running (I use that term very loosely) probably slower than I can fast walk. Is this something that will get better with time? Did anyone else...

I swear I am running (I use that term very loosely) probably slower than I can f...

BKMom77

•11 years ago

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So annoyed with my Achilles....:-(

So I finished week 4 on a high...and with a twinge :-( I was really pleased with my final week 4 run. Ive found my rhythum and my breathing has really...

So I finished week 4 on a high...and with a twinge :-( I was really pleased w...

becksbinks

•11 years ago

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Finally made a decision & ordered my treadmill

I had done quite a lot of research and decided which treadmill I thought was best for my budget. A friend had also recommended the model and the company I was...

I had done quite a lot of research and decided which treadmill I thought was bes...

morningglory

Graduate•11 years ago

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Had to give in and go for acupuncture

So I tried a week ago to run as my hip felt better'ish, but no the easy run brought the pain back on. So today I managed to get an appointment with an...

So I tried a week ago to run as my hip felt better'ish, but no the easy run brou...

Oldgirl

Graduate•11 years ago

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Nearly a graduate

One more run to do; I'm hoping I've conquered the negativity that has plagued me for the past couple of weeks and that I will earn my graduate badge before the...

One more run to do; I'm hoping I've conquered the negativity that has plagued me...

boudicca

Graduate•11 years ago

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Remedies for ailing big toe nail?

My big toe (left foot) went disgustingly black and the nail fell off almost 2 months ago! It is now slowly regrowing but the flesh below the toenail is still...

My big toe (left foot) went disgustingly black and the nail fell off almost 2 mo...

DeliaItaly

Graduate•11 years ago

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Technology let me down.

I'd plotted my route, decided to run north instead of my usual south route. I've recently download Endomondo onto my phone and have been pleased with the...

I'd plotted my route, decided to run north instead of my usual south route. I've...

BettyJane

Graduate•11 years ago

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Ow! Ow! Ow!...... help !

I'd just done W6R3.... shocked at my wish to keep going and loving it.... then suddenly OW! ... ow ! ...oh no ...OW !!!. Middle toe... joint swelling...

I'd just done W6R3.... shocked at my wish to keep going and loving it.... then...

Annanotherthing

•11 years ago

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Man flu 1 - Laura 1

I really do wish I could listen to advice more often. Day 5 of man flu and head is clear now but chest playing up big time. But bouyed by the success of wk9r2...

I really do wish I could listen to advice more often. Day 5 of man flu and head ...

chusan51

Graduate•11 years ago

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Yay!! I've been given the all clear!!

I went back to se the physio today after two weeks of ankle excercises, bike and cross training at the gym. I've been doing the excercises he gave me,...

I went back to se the physio today after two weeks of ankle excercises, bike and...

Gridlet

Graduate•11 years ago

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W3R1 done and dusted. And I feel EPIC!

I can't believe that I ran for THREE WHOLE MINUTES ........ TWICE!!!!! And I did not die! My chest felt like it would explode. I wanted to stop - but Laura...

I can't believe that I ran for THREE WHOLE MINUTES ........ TWICE!!!!! And I d...

mummyluvsyoo

•11 years ago

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Stidingedge asks does C25K help you when it comes to fell walking?

ABSOLUTELY!!! YES YES YES!!! I repeat, YES! Just spent a week away in the Lake District and started off doing some of my favourite walks. I was absolutely...

ABSOLUTELY!!! YES YES YES!!! I repeat, YES! Just spent a week away in the Lake...

stridingedge

Graduate•11 years ago

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Week 9 Run 1

The graduation is now insight!I did wk9r1 today and it was not easy.still crawling as usual. But I am putting my mind on graduation and then working on speed....

The graduation is now insight!I did wk9r1 today and it was not easy.still crawli...

jucioj

Graduate•11 years ago

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I am just completing wk9. (Slowly!). I want to improve to my own soundtrack. Any suggestions for good running music?

Maryliz

•11 years ago

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What year did you graduate and are you still running?

It would be encouraging to us newer runners to know how it's going for you and maybe some of the benefits you've found in continuing to run past graduation....

It would be encouraging to us newer runners to know how it's going for you and m...

daystogo

Graduate•11 years ago

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Finally....

I ran 5k. I graduated about a month ago while on holiday but have really lost my running mojo over the last few weeks, even though I've still been out there...

I ran 5k. I graduated about a month ago while on holiday but have really lost my...

carolinew

Graduate•11 years ago

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Week 7 Run 1 - Sorry Laura it's not you it's me.

Still can't quite believe that I've managed to make it week 7! Now that the intervals are history I thought it was time to give my own music a go and see if...

Still can't quite believe that I've managed to make it week 7! Now that the inte...

fatmumslim

Graduate•11 years ago

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Newspaper article for you all

Thought you might like to read this: http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2012/oct/30/novelty-running-races-added-fun-needless-distraction

Thought you might like to read this: http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2...

DeliaItaly

Graduate•11 years ago

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Couch to 5K

All posts for October 2012

W11R1 done and almost a fall

What the GP said...

Week 5 Run 3 - I am stunned!

couch to 5k in 9 weeks

Long runs v short brusts

A run full of firsts......

Graduated yay!!

Ouch, that hurt!!

Gait analysis - Gimmick or worth it?

Week 3 Run 1 done and feeling great!

Week 8 Run 3 - done!

garmin forerunner 110 with hr monitor £105.99 on amazon

Speed question - Week 3 Run 1

So annoyed with my Achilles....:-(

Finally made a decision & ordered my treadmill

Had to give in and go for acupuncture

Nearly a graduate

Remedies for ailing big toe nail?

Technology let me down.

Ow! Ow! Ow!...... help !

Man flu 1 - Laura 1

Yay!! I've been given the all clear!!

W3R1 done and dusted. And I feel EPIC!

Stidingedge asks does C25K help you when it comes to fell walking?

Week 9 Run 1

I am just completing wk9. (Slowly!). I want to improve to my own soundtrack. Any suggestions for good running music?

What year did you graduate and are you still running?

Finally....

Week 7 Run 1 - Sorry Laura it's not you it's me.

Newspaper article for you all

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