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... I'm in my pyjamas in the photo! Last morning in Umbria & *so* wanted to do W7R2. Washed running kit yesterday but due to an unexpected thunderstorm, it's...

... I'm in my pyjamas in the photo! Last morning in Umbria & *so* wanted to do ...

Languid_Lil

Graduate•6 years ago

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Life in the fast lane..

On my last 5 minute run today I overtook a canal barge!! Yes run up to it and past it..and before anyone says it, yes it was moving!! I think perhaps reading...

On my last 5 minute run today I overtook a canal barge!! Yes run up to it and pa...

Gingernutter

Graduate•6 years ago

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All done!

Completed W9R3... tougher than I thought but so pleased that I can now run 30 mins non stop.. next goal sub 30 min 5k... 👍

Completed W9R3... tougher than I thought but so pleased that I can now run 30 mi...

alexthenovicerunner

•6 years ago

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Well......this is frustrating!!😶

So, I have only got W9R3 to go.....and I've ended up not fitting it in before going to have a small procedure at the hospital, which has me on the couch for a...

So, I have only got W9R3 to go.....and I've ended up not fitting it in before go...

Cakerunner

Graduate•6 years ago

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Week 1 day 3 Get in ........

I'm over the moon with this. Somthing definitely to work with.. 3rd run in week was easier than expected. I did go a bit extra than the app told me as I...

I'm over the moon with this. Somthing definitely to work with.. 3rd run in week...

Johnnylewis

Graduate•6 years ago

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I've graduated!

Oh my never thought this day would come! I've graduated week 9 run 3 done, I've joined a running club and now run regularly 5k. For all those who think they...

Oh my never thought this day would come! I've graduated week 9 run 3 done, I've ...

Anitajc

Graduate•6 years ago

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Week 3 wrapped up

Run 1 was OK, run 2 was absolutely lovely (fantastic weather, stunning sunrise, light legs) but run 3 this morning was really hard. I had a strong headache and...

Run 1 was OK, run 2 was absolutely lovely (fantastic weather, stunning sunrise, ...

HillsEverywhere

Graduate•6 years ago

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4.64k in 40.25

Well today l went with a running buddy & a different run. It wasn’t long before Laura had us doing our warm up. Everything went well until l realised Laura had...

Well today l went with a running buddy & a different run. It wasn’t long before ...

Oldlady57

•6 years ago

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W7R3 completed

What a feeling to make it this far! 👍🏻

Taffinator

Graduate•6 years ago

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W1 completed

Just finished run 3 and am buzzing. Had a slight groin strain after run 2 so have left it a couple of days before doing run 3. Any tips on how to avoid...

Just finished run 3 and am buzzing. Had a slight groin strain after run 2 so hav...

RC13

Graduate•6 years ago

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Officially a runner.....!!

.....as quoted by Sarah Millican just a few minutes ago when I completed week 6 day 3 and a 25 minute (no pitstop) "run". Even managed to increase my pace for...

.....as quoted by Sarah Millican just a few minutes ago when I completed week 6 ...

Norah52

Graduate•6 years ago

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Running & CrossFit... not a good match!

So, in order to also work on core strength, fitness and toning, following advice from a good friend, I gave CrossFit a try on Wednesday. And it’s fair to...

So, in order to also work on core strength, fitness and toning, following advice...

AlphaExecDave

Graduate•6 years ago

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First post

Hello everyone! I just completed my 2nd run of week 1! My first run of week was okay. I did mess up a little on the first interval. I stopped running a little...

Hello everyone! I just completed my 2nd run of week 1! My first run of week was...

bluepanda

Graduate•6 years ago

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Week 5 done & dusted!

After a few days away I got home today and headed straight to the gym to complete run 3 on the treadmill. Never thought I would say it but I couldn't wait to...

After a few days away I got home today and headed straight to the gym to complet...

Craftysue66

Graduate•6 years ago

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Really enjoyed this evening's run

Finished off week 7 tonight by running my usual run but the other way round, so there were more inclines. Which I managed without problem. 😁 Loved the whole...

Finished off week 7 tonight by running my usual run but the other way round, so ...

SANDI_runs

Graduate•6 years ago

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Week 9 run 2 - part 2

So first treadmill run.... smashed it! 🙌🏻 Little bit nervous to begin with.... didn’t want to fall flat on my face! 😂 Little bit of calf cramp but as usual...

So first treadmill run.... smashed it! 🙌🏻 Little bit nervous to begin with......

EmmaA-F

Graduate•6 years ago

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Tight thighs!

Started Monday (Aug) already switch coaches (Johnson to Jo w) on Wed but this hasn't stopped my thighs feeling very tight!

Started Monday (Aug) already switch coaches (Johnson to Jo w) on Wed but this ha...

Stdavids

•6 years ago

1 Reply

Week 9 run 2 - part 2

So first treadmill run.... smashed it! 🙌🏻 Little bit nervous to begin with.... didn’t want to fall flat on my face! 😂

So first treadmill run.... smashed it! 🙌🏻 Little bit nervous to begin with......

EmmaA-F

Graduate•6 years ago

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Xxx

Hi I’m just starting I’m in my teens and i feel very uncomfortable in my body does this help you feel comfortable and fitter and does it help you loose...

Hi I’m just starting I’m in my teens and i feel very uncomfortable in my body do...

Runner12345

•6 years ago

9 Replies

Aggrieved Muttley noises

Whoever would have thought that I could feel peeved about NOT running? Due to busy times at work, and various councils simultaneously deciding to install...

Whoever would have thought that I could feel peeved about NOT running? Due to b...

Runip

Graduate•6 years ago

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First post

Hi. Just want to say hello to the group. I’m 40 years old and I’ve just finished run number 2 of week 7. I stopped smoking 38 days ago and feel the best I’ve...

Hi. Just want to say hello to the group. I’m 40 years old and I’ve just finished...

kingliamthegood

•6 years ago

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Week 6 run 2

Had hoped this jogging business would feel a bit easier by now. I jogged a different route today, along the Thames which wasn't such a good idea as part of the...

Had hoped this jogging business would feel a bit easier by now. I jogged a diffe...

Jalk

•6 years ago

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Running on Holiday (And at Festivals!)

I had all sorts of plans for our holiday to Wales, brought a set of running clothes, even bought some more socks. When it came down to it, I just did the one...

I had all sorts of plans for our holiday to Wales, brought a set of running clot...

TailChaser

Graduate•6 years ago

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Week 4, run 3

I can’t believe that I completed week 4 today and am now more than half way through the programme. I still feel like a bit of a fraud and that at some point...

I can’t believe that I completed week 4 today and am now more than half way thro...

Jandys

Graduate•6 years ago

4 Replies

Must try again !

Thanks for your words of support ... it's much appreciated ...

Chappelle

•6 years ago

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Week 4 Run 1

I can safely say I wasn’t looking forward to this one (think I probably say that about them all) But I can also say I can’t remember the last time I felt so...

I can safely say I wasn’t looking forward to this one (think I probably say that...

Amir1376

•6 years ago

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W5R3 20mins destroyed!

I've done it ! Can't believe I was struggling with 90 seconds weeks ago! Ran 2.5k so 40mins for the 5k is acceptable... Eventually.. Won't run before I can...

I've done it ! Can't believe I was struggling with 90 seconds weeks ago! Ran 2....

Agi74

•6 years ago

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8 runs in...

Just did 2nd run of week 3, definitely hard but definitely easier than last time, even if only a little bit. I feel fitter, I can feel benefits that I didn't...

Just did 2nd run of week 3, definitely hard but definitely easier than last time...

Redheff

•6 years ago

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W3 R3

Well I did everyone!! I did so much better then R2

chantelle1211

•6 years ago

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At last!!!! 5K!!!!!

Was determined to run 5K by the end of August and I did it!!!! In 38 mins!!!! It was a run of many firsts: First run with friend - this really helped to...

Was determined to run 5K by the end of August and I did it!!!! In 38 mins!!!! ...

Dralimc

Graduate•6 years ago

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Posts - Couch to 5K | HealthUnlocked

Couch to 5K

All posts for August 2018

Parental advisory...

Life in the fast lane..

All done!

Well......this is frustrating!!😶

Week 1 day 3 Get in ........

I've graduated!

Week 3 wrapped up

4.64k in 40.25

W7R3 completed

W1 completed

Officially a runner.....!!

Running & CrossFit... not a good match!

First post

Week 5 done & dusted!

Really enjoyed this evening's run

Week 9 run 2 - part 2

Tight thighs!

Week 9 run 2 - part 2

Xxx

Aggrieved Muttley noises

First post

Week 6 run 2

Running on Holiday (And at Festivals!)

Week 4, run 3

Must try again !

Week 4 Run 1

W5R3 20mins destroyed!

8 runs in...

W3 R3

At last!!!! 5K!!!!!

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Posts - Couch to 5K | HealthUnlocked

Couch to 5K

All posts for August 2018

Parental advisory...

Life in the fast lane..

All done!

Well......this is frustrating!!😶

Week 1 day 3 Get in ........

I've graduated!

Week 3 wrapped up

4.64k in 40.25

W7R3 completed

W1 completed

Officially a runner.....!!

Running & CrossFit... not a good match!

First post

Week 5 done & dusted!

Really enjoyed this evening's run

Week 9 run 2 - part 2

Tight thighs!

Week 9 run 2 - part 2

Xxx

*Aggrieved Muttley noises*

First post

Week 6 run 2

Running on Holiday (And at Festivals!)

Week 4, run 3

Must try again !

Week 4 Run 1

W5R3 20mins destroyed!

8 runs in...

W3 R3

At last!!!! 5K!!!!!

Search posts

Pinned Posts

Latest poll

🏃‍♀️🍳🏃Morning runners: Breakfast before or after running? 🍳🏃‍♀️🍳

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Aggrieved Muttley noises