Morning everyone

[paul1960]

Just done w5r1 again and again and yes again and I must admit it seems to be getting a little better .still hard I cant believe I trained for the manchester marathon and got up to 20miles am find running for more than 5mins a task it's so hard and so much on my mind I dont knowing I can carry on it seems unimportant at the moment. My wife is is the most important person and I just want to try and be stronger for her but finding it very difficult but I know I have to be there for her to help get us both through these very difficult times I honestly dont know how some people manage it's so hard feel realy down just dont know what am suppose to do

[Oldfloss Administrator]

Just keep doing what you are doing...slow, steady, step by step.. you are getting there, and doing wonderfully.

Just like when you started running...take one day at a time.x

[misswobble Marathon]

At difficult times like these we need time to step out of our situation so we can see the wood for the trees Running affords you that head space to get away from things, if only for a while

When we’re immersed in tough situations it’s hard to see our way clear. Keeping yourself fit is going to be an important for both of you. The last thing you need is for your health to break down Exercise helps with mood and positivity, so getting outside every day will do you good. Also, it will enable you to sleep better

Hang in there and take each day as it comes 🙂

[paul1960 Marathon in reply to misswobble]

Thank you but while am running am still thinking and it's so so hard I realy dont know how am going to get through this

[misswobble Marathon in reply to paul1960]

You will 🙂. Your wife and family need you. I know it’s tough when things seem to be shifting beneath your feet. It’s very difficult when you feel like you don’t have control over things. One day at a time 🙂

[Sandraj39 Half Marathon]

Hi Paul - I can hear how tough things are for you at the moment. I just wondered what support are you getting? Do you have family near? Could you speak to your Gp or wife's specialist about support groups? (not right for everyone, I know but just thought I'd mention it).

I think it's great that you are getting out running - do keep running when you can. As Oldfloss says, one day at a time.x

[paul1960 Marathon]

Thank you

[Tasha99 Marathon]

You’re doing great Paul and we’re all thinking of you

[Decker Ultramarathon]

Hang in there Paul. You’ll get through this. All you can worry about is whats in front of you right now, so just take each day as it comes and try to stay fit to be strong for your wife and yourself.

[Langley-Loper Half Marathon]

Have you tried listening to an audio book as opposed to music while running? A book requires more concentration than music (or listening to nothing at all) and I find concentrating on the story stops me thinking about other stuff.

Always be aware of your surroundings though - One headphone in, one out or Aftershokz bone conducting headphones are great.

[paul1960 Marathon in reply to Langley-Loper]

I have heard that they are good in will have to see how much they are thank you

[Tasha99 Marathon]

Where do you live Paul?

[paul1960 Marathon]

Stalybridge why

[Tasha99 Marathon in reply to paul1960]

Just seeing how far away you are from me in Middlesbrough. A couple of hours. If you fancy a run Leeds area that’s about half way.