2 year runniversary today (or is it?) 🤔

[Frenc]

I wasn’t sure where to post this but seeing as today marks my 2 year runniversary of completing C25K, which has seen me do better than I ever imagined I could, I felt this was the appropriate place, for now anyway 😊. With the stupendous support from this amazing forum, I remember being so excited to complete my first 5k, 8k, 10k, 10 miles, and now a few HMs under my belt too. Some were amazing runs, an awful lot were so so, and more than a fair few were absolutely dire! But I have loved every single minute, the energy it gives me, the sense of achievement, and the sense of being part of something bigger than I am. I love scouring websites for running things I just don’t need, when I go for a walk, I’m always thinking ooooh this would be a lovely surface to run on, and I love seeing other runners out and about, saying hello, and enjoying that camaraderie. I have seen parts of the beautiful countryside around here at daybreak, animals that otherwise I wouldn’t get to see, I’ve run in conditions that would make your hair curl, and overall am so incredibly grateful for running and everyone here. I knew I was definitely doomed when I bought my first Runners World magazine ages ago!

So, back to the here and now. How did I celebrate today? I ran W2R3 of C25K! I have had to bring it back down to basics due to injury. Without boring the pants off everyone, I realised that even though I probably could keep going, I really needed to give my leg time to rest while keeping active at the same time. It’a a bit frustrating as I can feel I’m losing fitness a bit , not gaining it 🤣, but heck, C25K did me proud first time round, so I figure it’ll see me right again. In the meantime I so miss my long runs but I am where I am and patience is apparently a virtue!

Anyway, thanks to everyone on this amazing forum, and I hope everyone is having a smashing day 😁😁😁.

[AlMorr Half Marathon]

Congratulations on your 2nd running anniversary 🏃🏾👍

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to AlMorr]

Thank you so much Al! 😁😁😁

[Instructor57]

Happy runniversary Kate ! 🎉🎉🎉 😁You achieved so much !

I think after injury you chose the right track back and you are well on your way again !

I know what you mean about missing longer runs , although I didn't quite manage the 10 miles I did enjoy the ones on the way !

I'm sure with your determination you will be back there before too long ...

ATM, my running shoes are on standby !

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to Instructor57]

Thank you so much Ian 😁. You have been just fab these last 2 years, it is always a pleasure to read your posts and see pictures of Misty 🐈‍⬛. I hope that with the same quiet determination I had last time round I’ll get there eventually! Glad to hear those shoes are on standby 😁.

[MissUnderstanding Half Marathon]

This is just superb- happy runniversary! 🏃‍♀️🥳🎉

I can totally relate to everything you r said about scouting websites, checking out new running locations while walking, runners camaraderie, lovely places and stinking weather! It must make you so proud looking back over the past couple of years.

Wishing you a good recovery from your injury without too much frustration along the way ❤️

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to MissUnderstanding]

Thanks very much! In my head I must have spent literally thousands, thank goodness I haven’t! But I’m already wondering what to get 2nd time round 🤣 after completing the program again.

[MissUnderstanding Half Marathon in reply to Frenc]

I started c25k as a cheaper way to exercise compared with going to the gym. It wasn’t!! Better in so many ways though. You should definitely plan a graduation 2.0 treat!

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to MissUnderstanding]

Shoes! I am going to scour the length and breadth of the country for the most perfect pair yet 😁.

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon]

Happy runniversary Frenc. A great journey you’ve had so far, with so much more to look forward to I’m sure! 🎉🎉🎉

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Aw thanks Cheeky. I was feeling a bit blue to be honest but posting and realising what I have achieved has perked me up! 😁

[Beachcomber66 Administrator Half Marathon]

Happy runniversary Frenc; hope you are back to full fitness pdq 👏👏👏👍

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to Beachcomber66]

Thanks so much! Me too - I’m trying very hard to be patient 🤣. It’s strange stop starting - the rest of me is in good shape and just wants to keep going. 😊

[Beachcomber66 Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Frenc]

A bit of patience now is better than extended grief 🙂

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon]

What a great post! Many congratulations on your runniversary Frenc and well done for keeping at it for two years 🥳🥳

Here’s to many more years of fabulous injury-free runs and joyous days 😍

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

Thank you IP 😁. Yes indeed, I’ll take some of that!

[Dexy5 10 Miles]

Congratulations Frenc, you’ve done brilliantly in 2 years. Going back to c25k after injury is a great idea and many of us have done it. You know it works and you can strengthen up slowly again.

It’s always nice to put a runniversary post on c25k to let them know what is achievable afterwards. When I started I never thought I’d be able to run more than 5k!

Maybe, don’t talk much about injury though - that’s something they will find out about later. 😉

[CBDB]

HAPPY RUNNIVERSARY!!!

And W2R3 is a brilliant way to celebrate it!

Also sending you over a bouquet of patience!

👏🎉👏🎉👏🎉👏💛👏💛👏🎉👏🎉

Happy Runniversary Card

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to CBDB]

Aw thank you 😊. I love the card, and a bouquet of patience is very welcome!

[LottieMW]

Happy Runniversary Frenc 👏🏼🥳🎉

Here’s hoping that your recovery continues…and defo time for a treat! 😉🏃🏻‍♀️💐👟👟

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to LottieMW]

Thank you so much! Yes definitely time for a treat methinks 😁.

[RunBrianRun Half Marathon]

Congratulations Frenc and good luck with the rest of the plan and getting back to full fitness. 🎉🥳👍

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to RunBrianRun]

Thank you very much RunBrianRun - I’m in it for the long haul so even if it takes all year, I’ll get there! 😁

[Sandraj39 Half Marathon]

Happy runniversary Frenc - the journey definitely has its ups and downs but how lucky we are - just to run! 🙂

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to Sandraj39]

Thank you so much Sandraj39 😊. So many ups and downs, you are right! We are very lucky indeed, though.

[Cmoi Marathon]

Happy second runniversary Frenc ! Wishing you a full recovery and fun with C25K this time around!

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to Cmoi]

Thank you Liz - I was just sitting here thinking about it all and at no point will I give up! 😁

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon]

Happy belated runniversary to you! Your description of running is just wonderful.

I'm sorry your long runs are being curtailed, but I know (from firsthand experience) that redoing C25K can bring a whole new appreciation for running, and those long runs especially. I am sure you will look back and see that this has made you a stronger and more confident runner - savour the journey 😊

[Frenc Half Marathon in reply to linda9389]

Thank you so much Linda! Well, I’m in good company if you’ve redone it too. I still have to remember to slow down though 🤣. Have I learnt nothing!