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Wk9 R9 I Did It!!!!

I have to say, that was the most enjoyable run so far. I think I could have carried on for longer. This has been so fantastic and I have no plans to stop...

I have to say, that was the most enjoyable run so far. I think I could have car...

Lazynotforlong

•9 years ago

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Shaking off the gremlins :)

I've posted on here a few times about my running insecurities, which are mainly how slow I run and going bright red. I started the C25K in January via the...

I've posted on here a few times about my running insecurities, which are mainly ...

Lyndz7

Graduate•9 years ago

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Women running

This may have been around before , but worth remembering - Kathrine Switzer.. She entered and ran Boston Marathon when women were not supposed to... and it...

This may have been around before , but worth remembering - Kathrine Switzer.. S...

Pigivi

•9 years ago

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A little bit of magic.

Running (or waddling as it should be more properly known in my case) is magic. I was grumpy, downhearted and tired; somewhat reluctantly I went out for my...

Running (or waddling as it should be more properly known in my case) is magic. ...

jojo57

Graduate•9 years ago

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Hi everyone

After taking everyone's advice, and still not sure what I have let myself in for in signing up for the Great South Run when I can't run next door, anyway I...

After taking everyone's advice, and still not sure what I have let myself in for...

cathy6023

•9 years ago

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W9R3 done and my reason for doing it

Week 9 Run 3 is done. So why did I do it? It all started for me a couple of years ago. I had a desk bound job - I still do. My boss at that time used to go...

Week 9 Run 3 is done. So why did I do it? It all started for me a couple of ye...

ashishkulkarni

Graduate•9 years ago

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Rain, wind, hail.....

....yes its all been going on outside my window as I smugly get through my runs on the treadmill. Week six done and when i finally get to see the light of day...

....yes its all been going on outside my window as I smugly get through my runs ...

sounfit

Graduate•9 years ago

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Oh dear! Another PB over 5km

It must either be the colder weather or because I've left 1 run off per week recently and replaced it with a brisk walk, have also added a new excercise plan...

It must either be the colder weather or because I've left 1 run off per week rec...

davelinks

Graduate•9 years ago

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W9 R2

And the first time I'd measured by distance/speed. It turns out I've been running at about 8k an hour and travelling 4.9k (including warm up and down), which...

And the first time I'd measured by distance/speed. It turns out I've been runnin...

Saralexis

Graduate•9 years ago

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Feeling despondent after a break? Don't worry 😊

Just a quickie - after illness and an op I ended up having several months off running. Having been a previous regular 10k er the idea of getting started again...

Just a quickie - after illness and an op I ended up having several months off ru...

sequinnedsinger

Graduate•9 years ago

18 Replies

Music ideas

I've just done a quick search for running music with BPM and have discovered jog.fm. You can search by BPM and it gives you a rough idea of what sort of 1k...

I've just done a quick search for running music with BPM and have discovered jog...

simonwilliamstutor

Graduate•9 years ago

8 Replies

IT'S BEEN A WHILE!

Hi folks It's ages since I posted on here so just thought I'd post an update. I've had to order new orthotics from my podiatrist recently because I've getting...

Hi folks It's ages since I posted on here so just thought I'd post an update. I...

danzargo

Graduate•9 years ago

24 Replies

New to the forum

After reading many of your inspirational posts I finally found the time and courage to post my status on C25K. I have currently completed w8 r1. I like so many...

After reading many of your inspirational posts I finally found the time and cour...

BP77

•9 years ago

8 Replies

Starting week 7

Who would have thought that I (or any of us) would be able to run 25 minutes non stop! So excited about consolidating the end of week 6's runs with 3 x 25...

Who would have thought that I (or any of us) would be able to run 25 minutes non...

Abby1983

Graduate•9 years ago

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Yes! I did it!

I completed week 9 run 3 on Sunday. I still can't believe I achieved the goal. I thought I won't be able to make it, but surprise was awaiting. I was a bit sad...

I completed week 9 run 3 on Sunday. I still can't believe I achieved the goal. I...

the_old_me

Graduate•9 years ago

22 Replies

New race motivation!! 😊

Oops- I 've done it now, encouraged by sports massage lady this evening I've just entered this!! 😕😆 https://m.facebook.com/thechillyhilly Nothing ventured...

Oops- I 've done it now, encouraged by sports massage lady this evening I've jus...

aliboo70

•9 years ago

29 Replies

Question for Admins - Android app?

Hi Admins, Is there any chance that a HealthUnlocked app for Android will be developed? Thanks John

Hi Admins, Is there any chance that a HealthUnlocked app for Android will be de...

John_W

Graduate•9 years ago

10 Replies

Small victories

This isn't a post about long runs or races I'm afraid. Just a little something today made me happy. In January I started running 'properly'. I redid C25K and...

This isn't a post about long runs or races I'm afraid. Just a little something t...

BethC

Graduate•9 years ago

24 Replies

Update

At long last had MRI Scan on my shoulder last week, went to consultant this morning and hooray having a new shoulder on 23 February . Only been suffering for...

At long last had MRI Scan on my shoulder last week, went to consultant this mor...

Pat184

Graduate•9 years ago

7 Replies

On a roll???

Actually that refers to the end of this morning's run... but more of that later! Just completed Week 6 Run 3, and I am not ashamed to say that I feel quite...

Actually that refers to the end of this morning's run... but more of that later!...

Oldfloss

Administrator•9 years ago

6 Replies

First run of W3 completed

Just an update. I took everyone's advice and attempted W3R1 today. It was fine. Thank you all for your encouragement!

Just an update. I took everyone's advice and attempted W3R1 today. It was fine...

KayFitz

Graduate•9 years ago

5 Replies

Sports relief 2016 is back

Early bird entires are now open now for the sport relief 2016. I've signed up for the Olympic Park 6 mile at 11.45 on the 20th March....

Early bird entires are now open now for the sport relief 2016. I've signed up fo...

Realfoodieclub

Graduate•9 years ago

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Wk 9 R2 - almost there...

Not a bad run this morning, I tried not to focus on my breathing for a change and it went okay. I am actually looking forward to Thursday morning now when I...

Not a bad run this morning, I tried not to focus on my breathing for a change an...

Lazynotforlong

•9 years ago

3 Replies

Sunday's run

I did my write up on GarminConnect on Sunday but lost it all. :( I did a rewrite for myself and have now decided that I should share it :D It was a wonderful...

I did my write up on GarminConnect on Sunday but lost it all. :( I did a rewrit...

hilbean

Graduate•9 years ago

27 Replies

1st attempt at Stepping Stone...

... and another 5k PB! Did it in 30:29. Nice thing was all my 1k split times improved throughout the run: 6:14, 6:11, 6:07, 6:01 and 5:56. :-D

... and another 5k PB! Did it in 30:29. Nice thing was all my 1k split times im...

simonwilliamstutor

Graduate•9 years ago

5 Replies

In week 9, what next?

I ran the first of week 9's runs today and it was great, I felt really capable. There may be days when it is harder but it was a glimpse into the...

I ran the first of week 9's runs today and it was great, I felt really capable. ...

Saralexis

Graduate•9 years ago

14 Replies

Completed week 6!

Today's 25 minute run (and probably the effects of the tail end of a chesty cold) has worn me out! I am pleased to have today (Monday) off and that this week...

Today's 25 minute run (and probably the effects of the tail end of a chesty cold...

Abby1983

Graduate•9 years ago

6 Replies

W9R2 done! End is in sight :-)

Finished W9R2 today. Increased speed a bit. Managed it :-)

ashishkulkarni

Graduate•9 years ago

19 Replies

Day 1 week 1

Hi, I started the programme today! I'm doing it on a treadmill and to be honest I didn't find it too bad at all! Looking forward to getting on with day 2 on...

Hi, I started the programme today! I'm doing it on a treadmill and to be honest...

ElsieW

Graduate•9 years ago

6 Replies

Braved the dark!

I got a new head torch for my birthday, and a lovely orange reflective jacket so I could run in the dark and not get run over. Of course it's been wet and...

I got a new head torch for my birthday, and a lovely orange reflective jacket so...

Sparkyifhungry

Graduate•9 years ago

5 Replies

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All posts for November 2015

Wk9 R9 I Did It!!!!

Shaking off the gremlins :)

Women running

A little bit of magic.

Hi everyone

W9R3 done and my reason for doing it

Rain, wind, hail.....

Oh dear! Another PB over 5km

W9 R2

Feeling despondent after a break? Don't worry 😊

Music ideas

IT'S BEEN A WHILE!

New to the forum

Starting week 7

Yes! I did it!

New race motivation!! 😊

Question for Admins - Android app?

Small victories

Update

On a roll???

First run of W3 completed

Sports relief 2016 is back

Wk 9 R2 - almost there...

Sunday's run

1st attempt at Stepping Stone...

In week 9, what next?

Completed week 6!

W9R2 done! End is in sight :-)

Day 1 week 1

Braved the dark!

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