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W7R2 done and so much achieved

Seven weeks ago I would never have believed: - I'd be going out for a run at 8 am on a Sunday! - I'd enjoy running in the rain! - I'd be cutting back on the...

Seven weeks ago I would never have believed: - I'd be going out for a run at 8 a...

Flyingred

Graduate•6 years ago

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That's that for while then....

Cricket and c25k don't mix........especially when the ground is as hard as concrete. So disappointed because I was really getting somewhere. I guess it's back...

Cricket and c25k don't mix........especially when the ground is as hard as concr...

Trixster1971

•6 years ago

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Week 1 Finished

Finished week 1 yesterday at my local Parkrun, I felt like I could have continued the intervals but resisted so that I have a way of measuring my progress as...

Finished week 1 yesterday at my local Parkrun, I felt like I could have continue...

Paul_Kent

Graduate•6 years ago

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What to wear in the rain?☔️

Morning all, I’m just starting W5R1 today so have never run in any weather other than perfect sunshine.🌞 I’m a bit stumped about what to wear today....

Morning all, I’m just starting W5R1 today so have never run in any weather othe...

Bowlofsteam

Graduate•6 years ago

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Do holidays get in the way?

Got to week 6, done run 1 but now on a family holiday in an unfamiliar area. I hope to be able to fit the next 2 runs in while away. Just concerned that the...

Got to week 6, done run 1 but now on a family holiday in an unfamiliar area. I h...

Thinker1511

•6 years ago

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Start again?

Hi everyone. So after 8 weeks I finally completed the programme and achieved my target of running the race for life at the beginning of July. However life got...

Hi everyone. So after 8 weeks I finally completed the programme and achieved my ...

Nene9516419

•6 years ago

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Week 2 run 3 DONE. And 1st run in the rain and flipping loved it!!!

Wow! Just did my w2r3 in the rain and it was amazing. I can see why people get the bug for running. Was great to be cool and even cold at times but this...

Wow! Just did my w2r3 in the rain and it was amazing. I can see why people get t...

Tracew1

•6 years ago

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Who knew!!!

So become a runner they all say, Follow the app it will lead the way. But something strange is happening to me, My body is now feeling stronger and free. So...

So become a runner they all say, Follow the app it will lead the way. But someth...

Emloutay

•6 years ago

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I’m trying not to over do it!

I love to run and because I’m getting fitter I feel I want to run more but I have to have a rest. I’m worried that my leg will play up again so I do rest,...

I love to run and because I’m getting fitter I feel I want to run more but I hav...

The_young_one

•6 years ago

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The zone vs running cheat

After many more weeks than 9, I do believe I've actually got to graduation. Can't believe it.!! Actually I really finished my week 9 a couple of weeks ago....

After many more weeks than 9, I do believe I've actually got to graduation. Can'...

WynB

Graduate•6 years ago

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Still ...

Doing 12 hour shifts with daughter in hospital so the programme has gone out the window for a while ....

Doing 12 hour shifts with daughter in hospital so the programme has gone out the...

YogaRules

•6 years ago

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Week 6 Run 2

Well - what can I say except I never thought I could do this! Today’s run I felt fitter and faster and breathing felt better too 😊 happy lady! Hope week 3 is...

Well - what can I say except I never thought I could do this! Today’s run I felt...

Redtracey

Graduate•6 years ago

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Parkrun

I set myself a target of going to parkrun after graduation even though I wasn't running 5k by the end of the programme. Well that's now the last 2 Saturday...

I set myself a target of going to parkrun after graduation even though I wasn't ...

carmour1983

Graduate•6 years ago

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Best budget sports tracking band/watch?

I bought my wife a fitbit and as I got it at Istanbul Airport it was expensive. Having taken up this running malarkey I thought I would get one for myself...

I bought my wife a fitbit and as I got it at Istanbul Airport it was expensive. ...

Jonno34

Graduate•6 years ago

1 Reply

Brooks Neuro 2 - any owners?

Does anyone here have these shoes? If yes, any thoughts on how they suit neutral runners who like lots of cushioning. Is the sizing as expected? How is the...

Does anyone here have these shoes? If yes, any thoughts on how they suit neutra...

Denovo

•6 years ago

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W6r3 smashed

Just had to tell someone, I did it! I did it! 25 freaking minutes without stopping and I could have carried on, I have defo caught the bug I love running x

Just had to tell someone, I did it! I did it! 25 freaking minutes without stoppi...

Mjay140276

•6 years ago

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I finally made it to Parkrun!

So I finally made it to Parkrun! My nearest is along a forest trail, new terrain for me but so gorgeous and fairly flat too. Thank goodness the weather was...

So I finally made it to Parkrun! My nearest is along a forest trail, new terrain...

rollyrol

Graduate•6 years ago

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1st Park Run

Well I decided to bite the bullet today and try my first Park run. I wasn't sure whether to go for it yet as I have only been hitting just over 4km in about 32...

Well I decided to bite the bullet today and try my first Park run. I wasn't sure...

Ljb71

Graduate•6 years ago

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W3R3 completed

Yay :) I'm glad I didn't do it last night. Tonight was much, much cooler and the strong tail wind only helped a little ;) I found the first 90 secs run a...

Yay :) I'm glad I didn't do it last night. Tonight was much, much cooler and the...

antonioa

Graduate•6 years ago

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Storm dodging

Hello everyone Yesterday was just too sticky for a run(-walk) after work - I have immense respect for those of you down south running in higher temperatures...

Hello everyone Yesterday was just too sticky for a run(-walk) after work - I hav...

Eiralas

Graduate•6 years ago

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Back after 56 days....

So those who know me realise I broke my arm on June 4th as I was coming to the end of week 6. I had hoped to be running earlier but due to some complications...

So those who know me realise I broke my arm on June 4th as I was coming to the e...

Dudders61

•6 years ago

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Graduated and getting better!

I’ve just gone and done it! The welcome break in the weather helped, with lower temperatures and a cooling breeze- although I had to hang onto my cap at times!...

I’ve just gone and done it! The welcome break in the weather helped, with lower ...

MeandMam

Graduate•6 years ago

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First Park Run

I completed my first Park Run today. It was harder than anticipated but with my Daughter keeping me company, it was enjoyable nevertheless. Definitely room...

I completed my first Park Run today. It was harder than anticipated but with my...

TSword

•6 years ago

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It’s a Triple, Triple!! 😁😁😁❤️

Hello Runners I’m rather late in the day with my post but I’m really excited to share my amazing news!! I had triple joy today! First parkrun, first run with...

Hello Runners I’m rather late in the day with my post but I’m really excited to ...

Fabulous450

Graduate•6 years ago

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Think I’ve gone off Garmin (and the lumpy bra saga)

Think I’m the sort of person who likes a plan! Was 0.19 short of my 5k on my last run so the plan was to repeat the run but add a circuit of the boating pond...

Think I’m the sort of person who likes a plan! Was 0.19 short of my 5k on my las...

Sybilw

Graduate•6 years ago

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Holiday break 😳

Hey I’ve been away on holiday for the last week, and despite all best intentions to get a run in... it didn’t happen 🙄 I graduated 3 weeks ago.. how hard will...

Hey I’ve been away on holiday for the last week, and despite all best intentions...

Mickiayre

Graduate•6 years ago

21 Replies

Quick fun question folks......not quite ‘Desert Island Disc’.

I was thinking how very different we all are. That led me to post this question: If you could choose just one tune to accompany you on your runs, what would it...

I was thinking how very different we all are. That led me to post this question:...

Millsie-J

Graduate•6 years ago

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I just Graduated 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

Yes I have graduated, yes it feels good. But also a bit of a fraud as it was done on the treadmill and only 4 k. It should be called couch to 30 minutes and I...

Yes I have graduated, yes it feels good. But also a bit of a fraud as it was don...

2707

•6 years ago

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Finished week 9

Last run of week 9 thought I’d be more elated but bit of an anti climax! Just planning how to continue- need to increase my endurance to 5k as I am doing 4K in...

Last run of week 9 thought I’d be more elated but bit of an anti climax! Just pl...

joady

Graduate•6 years ago

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Graduated!!

Yes I have done it. Week 9 run 3 complete and even run for an extra few minutes to get a full 5 k. Feeling really chuffed as I have tried c25k a few times in...

Yes I have done it. Week 9 run 3 complete and even run for an extra few minutes ...

squirke185

Graduate•6 years ago

3 Replies

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All posts for July 2018

W7R2 done and so much achieved

That's that for while then....

Week 1 Finished

What to wear in the rain?☔️

Do holidays get in the way?

Start again?

Week 2 run 3 DONE. And 1st run in the rain and flipping loved it!!!

Who knew!!!

I’m trying not to over do it!

The zone vs running cheat

Still ...

Week 6 Run 2

Parkrun

Best budget sports tracking band/watch?

Brooks Neuro 2 - any owners?

W6r3 smashed

I finally made it to Parkrun!

1st Park Run

W3R3 completed

Storm dodging

Back after 56 days....

Graduated and getting better!

First Park Run

It’s a Triple, Triple!! 😁😁😁❤️

Think I’ve gone off Garmin (and the lumpy bra saga)

Holiday break 😳

Quick fun question folks......not quite ‘Desert Island Disc’.

I just Graduated 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

Finished week 9

Graduated!!

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