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the ‘dreaded’w5r3

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Well just done W5R2….. I had ‘the fear’ of the next run however I have read through the previous posts and realise I’m not alone, I’m slow, but thanks to you all I know that’s okay, it can be done, I just wanted to thank those who have gone before for the great advice, roll on Tuesday!!

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MissUnderstandingAdministratorGraduate

Well done for that run and good luck for the next one. Just keep it slow and steady and you’ll be right. Congratulations in advance-you’ve got this!

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Instructor57Graduate

No run in the program should be "Dreaded" it's just a run ! W5R3 is one of the best runs in the program, and as you have successfully completed R2 then you are physically ready !

Keep it slow and you will be fine

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50-trying in reply to Instructor57

I’m really looking forward to it,

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Instructor57Graduate in reply to 50-trying

Good!You will enjoy it and won't stop smiling after you do it 😁

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FreecloudGraduate

It might seem a bit daunting now, control your pace, breathing and enjoy it. I remember that run thinking how daunting it was myself. Good luck, you got this!

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IannodaTruffeMentor

This FAQ breakdown of W5 may help healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

Relax and enjoy it.

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50-trying in reply to IannodaTruffe

Excellent thank you

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LionoGraduate

It's the best run of the programme in my opinion - enjoy 😃

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Dendev75Graduate in reply to Liono

Mine too 🤗👍🏻

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M0useGraduate

Just keep it slow and steady and you'll be fine. It scared me before I did it but it ended up being one of the best ones. ☺️🏃‍♀️

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Tazzy_wazzyGraduate

Well done 👍 W5R3 is the one that scares us all. It’s quite an achievement. Onwards and upwards xx

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