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I ran on Thursday ... Which was my graduation whoop whoop! But on that run and the previous I have had some niggles in my legs and feet in various places. I decided to have extra rest and run on Sunday. But it's Saturday morning and I'm up bright and early! I am contemplating going out!!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Only you know how the legs feel.. if there is pain... wait..if they just need a good stretch and a run... then take it gently... your body will soon tell you,

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ButtercupKidGraduate

Slow and steady. No pressure. Go out and have fun x

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CrimsonMama in reply to ButtercupKid

Yay! Just got back. Slow and steady did the trick!

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ButtercupKidGraduate in reply to CrimsonMama

Great work ⭐️ Proud of you x

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AlMorrAmbassadorGraduate

Just go out and enjoy your running this morning CM, it's a bit windy so take the run slowly, enjoy 😊 🏃 have a good stretch before and after the run 🏃 😊.

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IannodaTruffeMentor

We all live and learn.

Listen to your body.

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