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Fab Crap Runners' Club WEEK FOURTEEN (2 - 8 April)

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

FAB CRAP RUNNERS' CLUB

WEEK FOURTEEN!!!!

MOTTO: We run #LikeAToddlerChasingAPug

Well hello Fab Crap Runners!

It's Week Fourteen! I know I missed Week Thirteen, which I'd love to claim was intentional but it was just that life ran away with me a little! 37 intrepid people reported progress this week.

STOP PRESS... STOP PRESS... STOP PRESS... STOP PRESS... STOP PRESS... Two dates for your diaries:

1) The next Fab Crap Runners' Club parkrun will be at 8.45am on Sat 5 May 2018 at the Great Denham parkrun near Bedford followed by coffee and gossip in a nearby pub. All welcome. Please RSVP on the thread.

2) The FCRC sex-club social will be on 8 June at Vanilla Alternative from 8pm. (Please note, you'll need to ensure you're a member of the club and that you've booked a place well in advance). Again, please RSVP.

EXPLANATION AND ETHOS:

EVERYONE is welcome in the Fab Crap Runners' Club (the crapper the better).

From 1st January, a bunch of Fabbers began improving our fitness through running. None of us were natural athletes (I was a natural couch potato!) but we did it anyway.

FOR COMPLETE BEGINNERS:

"Couch to 5k" (C25K) is a nine-week running programme for absolute beginners, available on various free phone apps (I used Get Running). But you can join this thread to get fit by any means including walking and cycling - all are welcome. If you're expecting to be utterly crap at it (I mean reeeeeeeeeally bad), you're in the right place. Join the thread, tell us what your aim is and we'll cheer you on each week, just for trying.

CRAP BEGINNERS:

Well done for joining the thread! The first step is the hardest and you've done that already! Keep us updated on your progress and cheer the others on. Everyone is welcome - even more so if you think you won't be able to do it. I'll list you here when you join.

Belfastblond Newbie. Completed his 129th parkrun this week. (That's fantastic. 645km!)

Cheeky Chelt Newbie. Doing an ultra marathon in May. Has felt inspired by this thread. (Welcome to the thread. Keep us up to date on how it's going).

cheshire_kink Newbie! Ran 5 miles cross country. (Welcome! It that the usual distance you run?)

classycoupleNW Newbie. Been learning to run. (Welcome. What stage are you at and what are you aiming for?)

Coquette69 Newbie. Has joined the gym because of the variety of classes and the pool. (Welcome to the thread. Let us know how you get on).

_otterabz Newbie! Initially found running really hard but has just completed a half marathon. Going to be a director of parkrun. (Welcome! It's really inspiring to hear from people who didn't find it easy)

Eroticfunman Newbie. Did 5km in the mud! (Welcome! Have you run since?)

Genman Newbie. Experienced runner. Ran 20 miles in Hull. (Welcome. How's it going?)

imlived Newbie. Downloaded Couch to 5k and did Week One Run One. (Well done indeed! Starting is the hardest thing.)

LOST_DIVER Newbie! Running the London Marathon this month. (Welcome and wow. Well done. That's awesome!)

pogo6003 Newbie. Training for an Ironman event. (Welcome! Oh my word. Terrifying!)

wakeywakey Newbie. Torn glute. (Sorry to hear this. I think this is your bum muscle - painful!)

CRAP IMPROVERS (running more than you ever thought you could!)

Adam 1971 Going out three times each week and running 5km. (When you and I started this group that was the impossible dream! You star!)

BoPeep1 Did third parkrun. Getting faster each time. (You're fantastic!)

Chasing waterfalls Hadn't run for a week and a half but Twat had a chat and then she did 6.3km in 40 mins. (That's really good - don't lose your progress).

cutie91 Trying to squeeze in gym visits. (Did you manage any?)

HarryJones1975 Ran to a cake stall. (Proud of you Harry!)

Little_tinkerbunny Ran 5.7km in nearly an hour. (Really well done. That's very good).

Lookingforlust Recovering from injury and running again. (Well done. How are you holding up?)

MrsTrellis Tried to go faster but ran out of steam at 3km. Haven't run since. Must get back on track.

Nick007 Running 5km at the moment. (Well done. How's it going?)

northerndels1000 Did Week Seven Run Three and walking 13.5 miles on Easter Sunday. (You're doing really well and you must be pretty fast).

Poetsday Ran 3.45km in the rain. (Poor you. Your nice new profile pics make up for it though!)

Psylocke Been running 5km and her knee is holding up. (I'm glad your knee is getting back to normal).

signorina Did her first parkrun. Would like a running buddy near Chester. (It's good to run with someone else).

tandh Had six days off due to minor injury. Hoping to run 10km. (Did you manage it?)

TheHoff1973 Promised to run this week! (Did you manage it?)

tigercub89 Did Week Two Run One with ankle twinges. (Is your ankle behaving now?)

Topsy Rogers Joined a running club. (How's it going?)

CRAP ELITES AND EXPERTS (trying to run the kind of distances that normal people drive... like marathons and stuff)

Bitch_and_Twat Has been encouraging everyone. (Thanks for your motivation).

Crazyhorse58 Says the clocks changing will help us all. (Good point. It can't be worse than the cold and the dark).

docbig Ran in Mortimer Forest. (How was it? Beautiful I expect).

goodtimes_888 Didn’t update us on his running but has lovely new profile pics. (Very nice!)

Man-monkey Sent everyone a well-done message. (Thanks!)

nerdynympho Still running. (How's it all going?)

Only-Drew Ran 10km in 50:41. (That's very good. Sounds like you have excellent stamina…

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SN1977 Ran 6.3 hard miles and volunteered at parkrun. (It's great that you volunteered. I hear it's really friendly).

_parky4g Ran a bit quickly and was suffering for it. (How are you feeling now?)

WE DIDN'T HEAR FROM THESE LOVELY PEOPLE WHO REPORTED PROGRESS LAST WEEK BUT HAVEN'T POSTED THIS WEEK. LET US KNOW HOW YOU'RE GETTING ON:

Messagethisbloke

Welshfuckbuddy78

Excited Return

scarlettbbwmilf

INJURY BENCH (GET WELL SOON):

No one is injured!!!

AND THANK YOU TO OUR WELL-WISHERS AND SUPPORTERS WHOSE POSITIVE MESSAGES ARE KEEPING US GOING:

Autumn76, BigBoy11782, Bike Monkey, Bitch, blackbird1000, blueeyedboy1212, bonbons_xx, bringmeyourcurves, Chris 148, crazycoupleni, Crazyhorse58, curious and openminded, Erect-Jim, Evie!!, Feliz Nelson, foxy_minx, Funtimes1992, GS_Bristol, GenuineinCambs, Goodtimes_888, HammerCock69, harte2harte, Jayc1290, jblack18, jdhandy29, KingAl, Lady Lick, Leo Liaisons, littlebeaver, LittleJackHornier, lovejoy68, Man-monkey, marathon26, medwayduo, Mike321, MissMimieux, Mr Alleycat, MrBump2013, Oliver91, Oral-wan Kenobi, pat-mustard, PiercedCpl, Psylocke, Rachael xx, Serendipity, simply fun40, SN1977, _parky4g, SW Chap, SwingoftheKingers, thegatekeeper, The Differentiator, tom_in_nlondon, Utopia G, waverunner, wideboy7.5 and YeOldeWitchDoc.

AND FINALLY:

Loads of lovely Newbies this week - welcome on board! Let's keep each other going.

Mrs Trellis x

PS - Don't forget the socials!

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

Only a week overdue! x

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By *lueWonderMan over a year ago

Preston.....ish

Still running despite the lack of updates. I took a little time off fab.

But I'm back. Just about to start week six after repeating week five due to really struggling to progress. Hopefully back on track now

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

Everyone is doing so well! Very proud of you all.

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By *lla_maiWoman over a year ago

staffordshire

I havent run since, was mean to go friday, but chaos at work left me exhausted, and then again today, no motivation to even get dressed today so ive gad a lazy one and chilled instead. Back to it tomorrow

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By *opsy RogersWoman over a year ago

London

I still hate it but I can’t give it up

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"I still hate it but I can’t give it up

Same here...

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I still hate it but I can’t give it up

Even after 5 years I still hate quite a lot of my runs!

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By *opsy RogersWoman over a year ago

London

"I still hate it but I can’t give it up

Even after 5 years I still hate quite a lot of my runs! "

All of them, I hate all of them and I’ve actually cried on two.

I’m planning a 10k

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I still hate it but I can’t give it up

Even after 5 years I still hate quite a lot of my runs!

All of them, I hate all of them and I’ve actually cried on two.

I’m planning a 10k"

I've only cried in marathons, never out of happiness. But I think a lot of runners struggle with it at the start

What 10km?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I hate running, although last year I did do tough mudder and that was 12 miles but with the obstacles you don’t notice the distance. Need to sort one out for this year

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"I hate running, although last year I did do tough mudder and that was 12 miles but with the obstacles you don’t notice the distance. Need to sort one out for this year "

Kudos to you! I would never attempt a Tough Mudder. I hate cross counties though...

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

Yay, we've made it through from January to April! Thanks to everyone for supporting and getting out there.

I'm always going out three times a week to run, but sometimes I can't manage the full 5k, no idea why.

My last run was the full 5km though so I'm going out there again tomorrow

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

Checking in...Easter egg moobs growing.

Twat

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Wow

well done everyone

Today me and a friend went to Ribblehead and did 14.5 miles (walking), my mate is pooped lol don't think I'll get out to run tomorrow as I'll ache

so will run on tue

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By *elfastblondMan over a year ago

Belfast

Awww thank you for the welcome message!

Doing a 5 mile race tomorrow (probably in the snow!) at Ireland's oldest road race

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Awww thank you for the welcome message!

Doing a 5 mile race tomorrow (probably in the snow!) at Ireland's oldest road race"

Good luck! Let us know how you get on!

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By *ertsDrewMan over a year ago

Hitchin

Just checking my stats I've run an average of 23.6 km a week over the past 4 weeks. No wonder I feel knackered tonight. I've earned a lie in tomorrow I think!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I didn't run today but walked the dog and pushed my nephew in his pram. The fact I didn't kill any one with either the lead or pram was an achievement in itself x

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

snowing here!!

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By *oo32Man over a year ago

tipperary

Brilliant idea....im a bit far away but im off out for a run myself shortly

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Love running though not very good at it. Done 6 tough mudders and taking part in Europe's toughest mudder this year. Have also down tough guy in January past year. Think my halls are still warning up. Hopefully get to my 12th tough mudder this year

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I hate running, although last year I did do tough mudder and that was 12 miles but with the obstacles you don’t notice the distance. Need to sort one out for this year

Kudos to you! I would never attempt a Tough Mudder. I hate cross counties though..."

No such thing as never. It's not about cross country running it's about the atmosphere the laugh you will have doing it and the achievement you feel at the finish line getting your first orange headband and a beer. If i can do them so can you.

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Brilliant idea....im a bit far away but im off out for a run myself shortly

I’d heard it was a long way to Tipperary.

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"I hate running, although last year I did do tough mudder and that was 12 miles but with the obstacles you don’t notice the distance. Need to sort one out for this year

Kudos to you! I would never attempt a Tough Mudder. I hate cross counties though...

Welcome to the thread.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Welcome to the thread.

Thanks I was planning on running this morning but snow scuppered that

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By *lueWonderMan over a year ago

Preston.....ish

Welcome to the thread.

Thanks I was planning on running this morning but snow scuppered that

Hello trouble

Wanna be running buddies

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"I hate running, although last year I did do tough mudder and that was 12 miles but with the obstacles you don’t notice the distance. Need to sort one out for this year

Kudos to you! I would never attempt a Tough Mudder. I hate cross counties though...

I can say never. I know what I enjoy when running. Tough mudder and the like do not interest me. I am a road runner.

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By *oo32Man over a year ago

tipperary

"Brilliant idea....im a bit far away but im off out for a run myself shortly

I’d heard it was a long way to Tipperary. "

It is at that alright

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Well done everyone who is still going strong

My legs hurt like f**k!

haven't run for three days, but did manage a 12km walk on Saturday...

Bit confused why their hurting so much

Was it the run, long walk or both??? Staircase is not my friend at the moment

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By *vesham cplCouple over a year ago

Evesham

Excellent, this is the motivation I need to start getting back into running. We have both had a really crap winter of cba and it's time to get going again.

You lot have been brilliant in getting my mojo back, well done all on your runs, looks like a wet run after work tonight but I am definitely doing it.

Love you all xx

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Great to read all the good news and encouragement, you lot have definitely inspired me. Made my training target last week with 10miles in total! The extra daylight definitely helps.

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By *elfastblondMan over a year ago

Belfast

"Awww thank you for the welcome message!

Doing a 5 mile race tomorrow (probably in the snow!) at Ireland's oldest road race

Good luck! Let us know how you get on!"

5 mile race completed, did it in just over 36 mins, weather was terrible but the food after made up for it

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Probably, we get out tomorrow for a half marathon, before i start reducing the mileage before the London marathon.

Reading through the post, i can encourage you all, i started off slow and never dreamed i would be running the marathon, it doesnt matter how fast or slow, what distance, you are all lapping the people still on the couch..

Keep it up good people.

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By *vesham cplCouple over a year ago

Evesham

Good luck with your cut back for the marathon, I have done London twice and loved every minute, Sarah did it once and her i t band went just as we crossed the line, took 3 hours to get back to the travelodge in Covent garden lol. Xx

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

I’m writing this on the cool down walk after a successful 5k run. It’s really tough, but just because it’s difficult it doesn’t mean you can’t do it.

I sneaked under 7 minutes per km for the first time too

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Look what you lot have done ! After reading the thread earlier I had a rush of blood to the head, pushed on for a 10k training run, now I've signed up for an off road event ! Thanks guys.....

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"I’m writing this on the cool down walk after a successful 5k run. It’s really tough, but just because it’s difficult it doesn’t mean you can’t do it.

I sneaked under 7 minutes per km for the first time too

Well done! I’m expecting that bj though as a Coach Reward!

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

"I’m writing this on the cool down walk after a successful 5k run. It’s really tough, but just because it’s difficult it doesn’t mean you can’t do it.

I sneaked under 7 minutes per km for the first time too

Well done! I’m expecting that bj though as a Coach Reward!"

As long as it doesn't go in my eye

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Probably, we get out tomorrow for a half marathon, before i start reducing the mileage before the London marathon.

Keep it up good people.

Good luck today (is it your half marathon today?)

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"I’m writing this on the cool down walk after a successful 5k run. It’s really tough, but just because it’s difficult it doesn’t mean you can’t do it.

I sneaked under 7 minutes per km for the first time too

God. That’s really really good! Under seven mins is pretty fast.

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"I’m writing this on the cool down walk after a successful 5k run. It’s really tough, but just because it’s difficult it doesn’t mean you can’t do it.

I sneaked under 7 minutes per km for the first time too

Well done! I’m expecting that bj though as a Coach Reward!

As long as it doesn't go in my eye

I expect the full swallow service from my runners!

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Look what you lot have done ! After reading the thread earlier I had a rush of blood to the head, pushed on for a 10k training run, now I've signed up for an off road event ! Thanks guys....."

Wells done! How far will you run in the event? Or is it one of those mud ones?

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"Look what you lot have done ! After reading the thread earlier I had a rush of blood to the head, pushed on for a 10k training run, now I've signed up for an off road event ! Thanks guys.....

Wells done! How far will you run in the event? Or is it one of those mud ones? "

Everything is a mud one at the moment!

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

Well I’m not very well.

My slightly-tickly throat has become a sneezy, coughy, temperature-fest so I’m dramatically dragging myself into the injury bench with a cup of tea and some paracetamol.

Visitors welcome but only if you tell me how very brave I am and say that you’ve never seen anyone with such a terrible cold.

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"Well I’m not very well.

My slightly-tickly throat has become a sneezy, coughy, temperature-fest so I’m dramatically dragging myself into the injury bench with a cup of tea and some paracetamol.

Visitors welcome but only if you tell me how very brave I am and say that you’ve never seen anyone with such a terrible cold. "

Is this (wo)man-flu then? Drinks lots of fluid and eat healthily (whatever that means nowadays).

Get well soon...received wisdom is that exercising with a head cold is usually OK, anything on the chesticles is a no-no. And definitely not with a raised temperature!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Well I’m not very well.

My slightly-tickly throat has become a sneezy, coughy, temperature-fest so I’m dramatically dragging myself into the injury bench with a cup of tea and some paracetamol.

Visitors welcome but only if you tell me how very brave I am and say that you’ve never seen anyone with such a terrible cold. "

Feel better soon!

I'll stay away from the subs bench in that case as I don't want to catch anything...

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Well I’m not very well.

My slightly-tickly throat has become a sneezy, coughy, temperature-fest so I’m dramatically dragging myself into the injury bench with a cup of tea and some paracetamol.

Visitors welcome but only if you tell me how very brave I am and say that you’ve never seen anyone with such a terrible cold.

Is this (wo)man-flu then? Drinks lots of fluid and eat healthily (whatever that means nowadays).

Get well soon...received wisdom is that exercising with a head cold is usually OK, anything on the chesticles is a no-no. And definitely not with a raised temperature!"

A silver lining!

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Well I’m not very well.

My slightly-tickly throat has become a sneezy, coughy, temperature-fest so I’m dramatically dragging myself into the injury bench with a cup of tea and some paracetamol.

Visitors welcome but only if you tell me how very brave I am and say that you’ve never seen anyone with such a terrible cold.

Feel better soon!

I'll stay away from the subs bench in that case as I don't want to catch anything..."

Thanks!

Maybe I’ll bypass the subs bench and see what I can find on the Doms bench...

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"Well I’m not very well.

My slightly-tickly throat has become a sneezy, coughy, temperature-fest so I’m dramatically dragging myself into the injury bench with a cup of tea and some paracetamol.

Visitors welcome but only if you tell me how very brave I am and say that you’ve never seen anyone with such a terrible cold.

Feel better soon!

I'll stay away from the subs bench in that case as I don't want to catch anything...

Thanks!

Maybe I’ll bypass the subs bench and see what I can find on the Doms bench...

I should think you’ll find a stick rather than a carrot on the Dom Coach’s bench...

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

That's the 1st run for today done. A cheeky little 10km.

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By *ookingforlustMan over a year ago

northants

Hello! My little update......

Still running, but taking it easy as knee still not right, but don’t want to stop completely because I don’t know if I’ll start again, if that makes sense.

I am doing lots of dog walking though to try and strengthen my knee (averaging 12 miles a day). Probably doing the totally wrong thing though but it seemed like a good idea........

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"That's the 1st run for today done. A cheeky little 10km. "

V v well done!

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Hello! My little update......

Still running, but taking it easy as knee still not right, but don’t want to stop completely because I don’t know if I’ll start again, if that makes sense.

I am doing lots of dog walking though to try and strengthen my knee (averaging 12 miles a day). Probably doing the totally wrong thing though but it seemed like a good idea........"

So you’ve given up running in favour of dogging...

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Well I’m not very well.

My slightly-tickly throat has become a sneezy, coughy, temperature-fest so I’m dramatically dragging myself into the injury bench with a cup of tea and some paracetamol.

Visitors welcome but only if you tell me how very brave I am and say that you’ve never seen anyone with such a terrible cold.

Feel better soon!

I'll stay away from the subs bench in that case as I don't want to catch anything...

Thanks!

Maybe I’ll bypass the subs bench and see what I can find on the Doms bench...

I should think you’ll find a stick rather than a carrot on the Dom Coach’s bench..."

Ooooooo. That’s sounds just awful... definitely hope that doesn’t happen...

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

Bumping thread.

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By *ick007Man over a year ago

Corby

Well after 4 days of beer I didn't run a pb this morning to be honest you can barely call it running today was more shuffling lol

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Week 8 run 1.....don't know why i still go with this as i end up running my own way as uphills seem to get the better of me

I'm trying routes so i can keep running and not get beaten by the uphill bits

another new route today and still beaten by it but a personal goal that used to stop me at the beginning, an uphill that i beat

but slower in time overall.....i put it down to still recovering from my 14.5 mile walk on sunday as i still had aches

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By *ookingforlustMan over a year ago

northants

"Hello! My little update......

Still running, but taking it easy as knee still not right, but don’t want to stop completely because I don’t know if I’ll start again, if that makes sense.

I am doing lots of dog walking though to try and strengthen my knee (averaging 12 miles a day). Probably doing the totally wrong thing though but it seemed like a good idea........

So you’ve given up running in favour of dogging..."

It’s just so much easier on the knees

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

"Week 8 run 1.....don't know why i still go with this as i end up running my own way as uphills seem to get the better of me

I'm trying routes so i can keep running and not get beaten by the uphill bits

another new route today and still beaten by it but a personal goal that used to stop me at the beginning, an uphill that i beat

but slower in time overall.....i put it down to still recovering from my 14.5 mile walk on sunday as i still had aches

Well done, stick at it. You don’t get the hills or the headwinds or the dogshit while training on a running machine but people still do it. Don’t be so hard on yourself.

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By *parky4gMan over a year ago

Cambridgeshire

Managed a couple of runs over the wet holiday

Got very wet

Feeling good and at last seem to be shifting some flab

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Look what you lot have done ! After reading the thread earlier I had a rush of blood to the head, pushed on for a 10k training run, now I've signed up for an off road event ! Thanks guys.....

Wells done! How far will you run in the event? Or is it one of those mud ones?

Everything is a mud one at the moment!"

Lol.....its a 'muddy runners' 10k

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By *roticfunmanMan over a year ago

the North

Any one looking to do a half ?

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By *parky4gMan over a year ago

Cambridgeshire

Did a half last weekend and the one before getting a bit addictive

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Managed to put 3 runs in over the Easter break, with a 15 mile run on the Sunday - and unfortunately it wasn't an April Fool. Legs not feeling bad at all, so upping the distance by another 10% this week. Hopefully be ready for my long race in May.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Any one looking to do a half ?"

I did a half a while back, got the time I wanted and kind of decided 'been there done that' although I do sort of fancy an off road half at a leisurely pace!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Week 8 run 1.....don't know why i still go with this as i end up running my own way as uphills seem to get the better of me

I'm trying routes so i can keep running and not get beaten by the uphill bits

another new route today and still beaten by it but a personal goal that used to stop me at the beginning, an uphill that i beat

but slower in time overall.....i put it down to still recovering from my 14.5 mile walk on sunday as i still had aches

It's always good when you persevere and you end up managing a hill that beat you before. Well done!

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By *arryJones1975Man over a year ago

ely

Get well soon Mrs T.

Am refusing to run until I get new footwear as keep getting a tiny blister ffs. Given my hatred of shopping this won't be soon. Have also tweaked my left calf walking about the tube station tonight.

Well done everyone on your fine performances

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I went the gym to do circuits at 6.15. Made a cake for work and didn't eat any v proud of myself x

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I went the gym to do circuits at 6.15. Made a cake for work and didn't eat any v proud of myself x "

AM I mean!

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By *elfastblondMan over a year ago

Belfast

"I went the gym to do circuits at 6.15. Made a cake for work and didn't eat any v proud of myself x

AM I mean!"

Is that not why we gym or run, so we can eat cake??

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I went the gym to do circuits at 6.15. Made a cake for work and didn't eat any v proud of myself x

AM I mean!

Is that not why we gym or run, so we can eat cake??

Usually yes but I'm trying to lose weight so no cake this time x

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By *ick007Man over a year ago

Corby

"Any one looking to do a half ?"

I'm doing the Bedford half in September it's a cracking run did it last year by then all the fab runners could be up for it xx

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By *ertsDrewMan over a year ago

Hitchin

"I can say never. I know what I enjoy when running. Tough mudder and the like do not interest me. I am a road runner."

Watch out for Wile E. Coyote!!

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"I can say never. I know what I enjoy when running. Tough mudder and the like do not interest me. I am a road runner.

Watch out for Wile E. Coyote!!"

Beep Beep!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"I can say never. I know what I enjoy when running. Tough mudder and the like do not interest me. I am a road runner.

Watch out for Wile E. Coyote!!"

I just wish I was as fast as roadrunner!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Get well soon Mrs T.

Am refusing to run until I get new footwear as keep getting a tiny blister ffs. Given my hatred of shopping this won't be soon. Have also tweaked my left calf walking about the tube station tonight.

Well done everyone on your fine performances "

Wrap some zinc tape where you get your blister before you run and you shouldn't get one

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By *otterabzMan over a year ago

Ellon

Have done a couple of 10k and a 5k this week, and got a new 10k PB, knocked almost 2 mins off my previous

Supposed to be out tonight for a social run with mates, possibly around 10k, but I’ll decide later whether I’m going or not. Might have a lazy evening seeing as it’s my birthday

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Any one looking to do a half ?

I'm doing the Bedford half in September it's a cracking run did it last year by then all the fab runners could be up for it xx"

I looked at running that last year but decided against it as I had a marathon the following week. It looks to be a cracking event but I can't do it this year as I'll be doing Marathon du Medoc in France. Maybe next year I'll get to do it!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Have done a couple of 10k and a 5k this week, and got a new 10k PB, knocked almost 2 mins off my previous

Supposed to be out tonight for a social run with mates, possibly around 10k, but I’ll decide later whether I’m going or not. Might have a lazy evening seeing as it’s my birthday

Happy Birthday!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Any one looking to do a half ?

I'm doing the Bedford half in September it's a cracking run did it last year by then all the fab runners could be up for it xx

You'll have a hangover the next day AND sore muscles!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Any one looking to do a half ?

I'm doing the Bedford half in September it's a cracking run did it last year by then all the fab runners could be up for it xx

You'll have a hangover the next day AND sore muscles!"

I hope so! Although everything I've read about the pasta party the night before suggests I could be running with a hangover too!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Any one looking to do a half ?

I'm doing the Bedford half in September it's a cracking run did it last year by then all the fab runners could be up for it xx

You'll have a hangover the next day AND sore muscles!

I hope so! Although everything I've read about the pasta party the night before suggests I could be running with a hangover too!"

I'd love to do it, but I don't drink wine!

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By *elfastblondMan over a year ago

Belfast

"I went the gym to do circuits at 6.15. Made a cake for work and didn't eat any v proud of myself x

AM I mean!

Is that not why we gym or run, so we can eat cake??

Usually yes but I'm trying to lose weight so no cake this time x "

I can't see you pics but you look pretty fit in your profile photo

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Are you feeling better Mrs T?

Thought I'd get out this morning as its not raining for a change. Did 6.5km in 42 minutes, best ever for me

May regret it later though

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"Are you feeling better Mrs T?

Thought I'd get out this morning as its not raining for a change. Did 6.5km in 42 minutes, best ever for me

May regret it later though

Woo hoo...that rest obviously did you some good. Training blocks of 6-8 weeks with a bit of a rest in between are really good for that.

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

I did another 5k run last night, it was a minute slower than Monday's run but much more comfortable to do and I was able to sprint the last 100m.

For those beginners let me add that in January I could barely stagger for a minute's run at a time and I was never picked anything but last for school sports. You can do it too, you can be a running God like me

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"I did another 5k run last night, it was a minute slower than Monday's run but much more comfortable to do and I was able to sprint the last 100m.

That’s pretty fucking cool. Although I’ll reserve judgment on your god like status.

I’m feeling loads better which means I’ll run again today or tomorrow.

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"I did another 5k run last night, it was a minute slower than Monday's run but much more comfortable to do and I was able to sprint the last 100m.

That’s pretty fucking cool. Although I’ll reserve judgment on your god like status.

I’m feeling loads better which means I’ll run again today or tomorrow. "

Excellent. Not long until the next parkrun (all one word, all lower case) and social. First Saturday in May, Great Denham close to Bedford and near the M1 for those coming from further afield.

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

Ooh, me leg

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By *sylockeWoman over a year ago

East Anglia

Fucking cough has stopped me from running. Fed up.

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

I’m gonna run today. First time in over a week.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I’m gonna run today. First time in over a week. "

Enjoy

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

"Fucking cough has stopped me from running. Fed up.

You can still be an active part of the group, the coaches give encouragement by offering depraved sexual favours to those who run.

On a completely different note, I’ll be running this evening

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

"I’m gonna run today. First time in over a week. "

Get behind me in the queue

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I went the gym to do circuits at 6.15. Made a cake for work and didn't eat any v proud of myself x

AM I mean!

Is that not why we gym or run, so we can eat cake??

Usually yes but I'm trying to lose weight so no cake this time x

I can't see you pics but you look pretty fit in your profile photo

xx"

Thank you

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

Eight. I’m going bloody running.

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Eight. I’m going bloody running. "

I mean “Right” not “eight” obviously.

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By *elfastblondMan over a year ago

Belfast

"Eight. I’m going bloody running.

I mean “Right” not “eight” obviously. "

Enjoy!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Eight. I’m going bloody running.

I mean “Right” not “eight” obviously. "

Do it, do it, do it

I'm cheering you on, snuggled up under my warm duvet

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Eight. I’m going bloody running.

I mean “Right” not “eight” obviously.

Do it, do it, do it

I'm cheering you on, snuggled up under my warm duvet

Damn you!!!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Fucking cough has stopped me from running. Fed up.

Oh no! Feel better soon!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"I’m gonna run today. First time in over a week. "

Take it easy, remember that you have been ill!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Eight. I’m going bloody running.

I mean “Right” not “eight” obviously.

Do it, do it, do it

I'm cheering you on, snuggled up under my warm duvet

Damn you!!!"

I'm cheering you on snuggled under my warm duvet!

I have managed two running club sessions this week. Tuesday was a fun orienteering type run, and last night was 4.5 miles at a nice pace chatting to friends.

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

"I’m gonna run today. First time in over a week.

Take it easy, remember that you have been ill!"

I’m sorry to tell you that your application to be a drill instructor in the US army has been unsuccessful

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

Hi all

I managed 5km in just over 39 mins. This is by far my fastest!!!

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

Just over 39 minutes? You mean 1 hour 35 minutes?

That’s great going, take your pick of sexual rewards from one of the people on this thread

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Just over 39 minutes? You mean 1 hour 35 minutes?

That’s great going, take your pick of sexual rewards from one of the people on this thread

Result!!!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Just over 39 minutes? You mean 1 hour 35 minutes?

That’s great going, take your pick of sexual rewards from one of the people on this thread

That's awesome running go Mrs T......I didn't realise there was FCRC rewards scheme, I'm going to start posting my times !

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Just over 39 minutes? You mean 1 hour 35 minutes?

That’s great going, take your pick of sexual rewards from one of the people on this thread

That's awesome running go Mrs T......I didn't realise there was FCRC rewards scheme, I'm going to start posting my times ! "

It’s a complicated system of oral sex for and from the coaches. You need to read the terms and conditions to check you don’t ensure up on the wrong end of a blow job.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Just over 39 minutes? You mean 1 hour 35 minutes?

That’s great going, take your pick of sexual rewards from one of the people on this thread

That's awesome running go Mrs T......I didn't realise there was FCRC rewards scheme, I'm going to start posting my times !

It’s a complicated system of oral sex for and from the coaches. You need to read the terms and conditions to check you don’t ensure up on the wrong end of a blow job. "

Hmmmmmmm I'm off to check the small print !

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By *sylockeWoman over a year ago

East Anglia

Just back from running a 5k -post lergy. It seems like ages ago when I last ran this distance. Am focussing on distance before time although I will take 40.07

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

Any time less than 12 hours is good

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

That's my 10miles completed for this week

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Week 8 run 2.....i decided to go down the uphill that gets me at the end and i found the start of my local parkrun

(all one word, all lowercase

) and i ran continually for 28 mins *yay* go me

only the route is 2.5k so i think i have to go twice for the actual parkrun

but as i run to the park i did 4.9k and back down to 8.40 pace

oh and its in the middle of my shifts so I'm getting back to where i was before snow and illness, not stoked on going out but not as difficult.

Well done everyone

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"Week 8 run 2.....i decided to go down the uphill that gets me at the end and i found the start of my local parkrun

(all one word, all lowercase

) and i ran continually for 28 mins *yay* go me

only the route is 2.5k so i think i have to go twice for the actual parkrun

but as i run to the park i did 4.9k and back down to 8.40 pace

oh and its in the middle of my shifts so I'm getting back to where i was before snow and illness, not stoked on going out but not as difficult.

Well done everyone

Coooool

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By *hornleeMan over a year ago

Stockton on Tees

Hi all I know it says crap runner but I enjoy running usually 10ks, anyone in Teeside Boro/Stockton on here go running ?.

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"I’m gonna run today. First time in over a week.

Take it easy, remember that you have been ill!

I’m sorry to tell you that your application to be a drill instructor in the US army has been unsuccessful

I coach with love!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Hi all

I managed 5km in just over 39 mins. This is by far my fastest!!!

Well done!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Just back from running a 5k -post lergy. It seems like ages ago when I last ran this distance. Am focussing on distance before time although I will take 40.07

Well done!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Week 8 run 2.....i decided to go down the uphill that gets me at the end and i found the start of my local parkrun

(all one word, all lowercase

) and i ran continually for 28 mins *yay* go me

only the route is 2.5k so i think i have to go twice for the actual parkrun

but as i run to the park i did 4.9k and back down to 8.40 pace

oh and its in the middle of my shifts so I'm getting back to where i was before snow and illness, not stoked on going out but not as difficult.

Well done everyone

Well done (and well done on spelling parkrun correctly!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Week 8 run 2.....i decided to go down the uphill that gets me at the end and i found the start of my local parkrun

(all one word, all lowercase

) and i ran continually for 28 mins *yay* go me

only the route is 2.5k so i think i have to go twice for the actual parkrun

but as i run to the park i did 4.9k and back down to 8.40 pace

oh and its in the middle of my shifts so I'm getting back to where i was before snow and illness, not stoked on going out but not as difficult.

Well done everyone

Well done (and well done on spelling parkrun correctly!"

I think we've all had a wrists slapped for not spelling Park Run right lol

(all one word, all lowercase

)

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Week 8 run 2.....i decided to go down the uphill that gets me at the end and i found the start of my local parkrun

(all one word, all lowercase

) and i ran continually for 28 mins *yay* go me

only the route is 2.5k so i think i have to go twice for the actual parkrun

but as i run to the park i did 4.9k and back down to 8.40 pace

oh and its in the middle of my shifts so I'm getting back to where i was before snow and illness, not stoked on going out but not as difficult.

Well done everyone

Well done (and well done on spelling parkrun correctly!

I think we've all had a wrists slapped for not spelling Park Run right lol

(all one word, all lowercase

It's only Twat that seems to get hissy about it. No one else really cares...

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By *rsTrellis OP Woman over a year ago

Cambridge

"Hi all I know it says crap runner but I enjoy running usually 10ks, anyone in Teeside Boro/Stockton on here go running ?."

Hiya

The group was started for Crap Runners but we have lots of good runners too. You’re very welcome.

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By *vesham cplCouple over a year ago

Evesham

No parkrun (one word, all lowercase

) this morning, airport for PDI instead and then a daily 2 or 3 miles when on holiday, sets you up for a night out swinging lol.

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"No parkrun (one word, all lowercase

) this morning, airport for PDI instead and then a daily 2 or 3 miles when on holiday, sets you up for a night out swinging lol. "

Have a lovely holiday! Are you going anywhere nice?

And well done if you do go running, I wouldn't bother!

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By *vesham cplCouple over a year ago

Evesham

Gran Canaria, best swinging holiday ever lol.

Love xx

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Gran Canaria, best swinging holiday ever lol.

Love xx "

My last fb talked about us going there. I have two slight problems, no valid passport (and no money for a new one) and no money to pay for my share!

I'm very jealous!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

So, three runs for me so far this week, 10 miles. Plus I'm planning on a 6 miler tomorrow...

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I did my last parkrun before Brighton marathon. Typical taper run with head playing all sorts of tricks. Great morning thigh as the next time I see a lot of them will either be whem we're running Brighton or we're cheering them on at London. I love April!

And be warned, marathons are an inevitability once the bug takes hold no matter how much you try to convince yourself it'll never happen

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"I did my last parkrun before Brighton marathon. Typical taper run with head playing all sorts of tricks. Great morning thigh as the next time I see a lot of them will either be whem we're running Brighton or we're cheering them on at London. I love April!

And be warned, marathons are an inevitability once the bug takes hold no matter how much you try to convince yourself it'll never happen

I'd just like to be fit enough to run my first!

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By *ertsDrewMan over a year ago

Hitchin

"Fucking cough has stopped me from running. Fed up.

You and me both. I haven't run for over a week. Hopefully back out for (slow) club run tomorrow.

PS who gave the lurgy to who?

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Fucking cough has stopped me from running. Fed up.

You and me both. I haven't run for over a week. Hopefully back out for (slow) club run tomorrow.

PS who gave the lurgy to who?

Feel better soon!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

What type of hurt is it? It might be ok to run. I was sore after my run last Sunday, but still ran on Tuesday and it didn't hurt Wednesday. Do you stretch/warm up/cool down?

Either that or a nice hot bath with some bath salts might help if it does still hurt when you run.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

One thing stands out from your post, don't try and run further every time... Consolidate distance, do short faster runs, run intervals.... Basically mix it up so you're using the muscles in slight different ways each time.... No guarantees but that's my first thought!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

Classic approach is that you shouldn't increase your weekly mileage by more than 10% week on week, either on total mileage or length of longest run, and that every 4th week should be a recovery week ie cut the mileage right back.

Perhaps review your runs, and see if you're exceeding those guidelines, and re-adjust your schedule.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

What type of hurt is it? It might be ok to run. I was sore after my run last Sunday, but still ran on Tuesday and it didn't hurt Wednesday. Do you stretch/warm up/cool down?

Either that or a nice hot bath with some bath salts might help if it does still hurt when you run."

I make sure I do the warm up and cool down, same length as the C25K. The pain is, I can't walk up stairs without a, oh my that hurts!!!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

Perhaps review your runs, and see if you're exceeding those guidelines, and re-adjust your schedule.

Note taken, I will try, when the pain f's off and will try and do same distance for a bit. But, I know what I'm like and guarantee that I will want to do more.... Competitive me grrrrrr

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

What type of hurt is it? It might be ok to run. I was sore after my run last Sunday, but still ran on Tuesday and it didn't hurt Wednesday. Do you stretch/warm up/cool down?

Either that or a nice hot bath with some bath salts might help if it does still hurt when you run.

I make sure I do the warm up and cool down, same length as the C25K. The pain is, I can't walk up stairs without a, oh my that hurts!!! "

What are the best stretches, warm ups and cool downs to do?

I do the 5 min walk to warm up and over 5 mins walk to cool down (as the app says)

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

What type of hurt is it? It might be ok to run. I was sore after my run last Sunday, but still ran on Tuesday and it didn't hurt Wednesday. Do you stretch/warm up/cool down?

Either that or a nice hot bath with some bath salts might help if it does still hurt when you run.

I make sure I do the warm up and cool down, same length as the C25K. The pain is, I can't walk up stairs without a, oh my that hurts!!!

What are the best stretches, warm ups and cool downs to do?

I do the 5 min walk to warm up and over 5 mins walk to cool down (as the app says)"

Same, 5 min warm up and 5 minute and cool down

When I was younger I had no aches and pains.... Now OMG!!!!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

As tomorrow is my start of the week my mileage for this week is 28. I run on my own and also keep two ladies company when there doing the c25k. They are both doing so well.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

Forget being competitive. You need to make yourself as comfy as possible when running. There is plenty of videos on YouTube of people showing you how go run. Watch them. What you wear is important. Footwear most of all. I would recommend trainers by a company called ON. Expensive but worth every penny. You have to look at the hold package and not just going further or faster. Heart rate training and working in zones is great. Garmin forerunner does all that for you and is a very good piece of kit. Rest warmups and cool downs are as important as the run itself .stretch and never over do. Also listen to your body. Hope that helps

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

What type of hurt is it? It might be ok to run. I was sore after my run last Sunday, but still ran on Tuesday and it didn't hurt Wednesday. Do you stretch/warm up/cool down?

Either that or a nice hot bath with some bath salts might help if it does still hurt when you run.

I make sure I do the warm up and cool down, same length as the C25K. The pain is, I can't walk up stairs without a, oh my that hurts!!!

What are the best stretches, warm ups and cool downs to do?

I do the 5 min walk to warm up and over 5 mins walk to cool down (as the app says)"

Now this is a case of so as I say, not as I do. I don't do a warm up/cool down and only stretch before a interval session.

I swear by baths if I have that type of ache, or try putting some deep heat on it if it hasn't gone after a couple of days.

If you like the C25K, I know there is an addition that takes you to 10k. Either that, or follow a running training plan to ensure you don't do too much too soon. And as the guys said above, it's good to switch up your sessions a bit.

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"Question for the FCRC coaches-

Why does my butt and legs hurt, sometimes up to four days after a run???

It was never this bad when I started doing the C25k

Yes I know I'm going further in distance, probably explains a bit of soreness, but am I doing something wrong??

Twat, you mentioned I should try and run 2-3 times a week, but I darn't run when I'm still aching, so at the moment it's more like 1 run a week

I'm a competitive person, so now I know I am getting further in distance, I aim to get further each time!

Advice would be very much appreciated and a nice massage

Yes I agree with lots of the advice...run comfortably, warm up gently with loosening exercises (not stretching on cold muscles)...ease into a slow jog with walking first, stretch afterwards (if you think it helps, there is conflicting evidence about stretching especially if done incorrectly)...don’t use heat on already warm muscles (cold is better)...keep active afterwards rather than sit down...and listen to your body. Definitely don’t try to improve every run either in distance or speed, your running journey won’t be a story of steady improvement, it is a very winding and wiggly path. Keep talking and thinking about it, to yourself and others, as many of us have been there and nobody has all the answers for themselves or anyone else x.

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By *ookingforlustMan over a year ago

northants

Knee is finally feeling like it doesn’t belong to a veteran para, so going to do my first 5k today. Well attempt it at least.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I didn't do my parkrun yesterday as it was raining and didn't want to get muddy. Last time I went I was half covered and it only rained the day before. I did swim tho x

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

Just come across this thread it's fantastic! I'm running a half marathon in June and havent done anywhere near enough training miles (since I've signed up I've down a total of 12k)

Please can i be part of the updated etc?!

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"Just come across this thread it's fantastic! I'm running a half marathon in June and havent done anywhere near enough training miles (since I've signed up I've down a total of 12k)

Please can i be part of the updated etc?!"

You’ll be on a spreadsheet you know...Mrs T is famous for them...and some other things

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By *rBump2013Man over a year ago

derby

I’ve stated running with a group in January. And I’m doing the Derby 10k race next Sunday, first time I’ve done anything like this. Just a tad nervous.

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

I’d like to join, does running in the gym count, as long as I track the steps with my Fitbit or photo to prove?

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

"I’d like to join, does running in the gym count, as long as I track the steps with my Fitbit or photo to prove?"

You need to prove that you’re running by getting an independent adjudicator to be photographed performing oral sex with you and the Fitbit in the picture. I think those are the rules, or it could have been one of the adjudicators taking advantage of me

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I’d like to join, does running in the gym count, as long as I track the steps with my Fitbit or photo to prove?

I did say sorry Adam!

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I’d like to join, does running in the gym count, as long as I track the steps with my Fitbit or photo to prove?

I’m sure that could be arranged in the gym, you never know

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

"I’d like to join, does running in the gym count, as long as I track the steps with my Fitbit or photo to prove?

I did say sorry Adam!

When you unbuttoned those jeans and the strapon sprung out, I didn’t know what to think, especially when you flipped me over and shouted “Geronimo!”

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

So who's running today

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By *opsy RogersWoman over a year ago

London

"So who's running today "

I did parkrun yesterday, I’m still in bed...

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"I’d like to join, does running in the gym count, as long as I track the steps with my Fitbit or photo to prove?

I did say sorry Adam!

When you unbuttoned those jeans and the strapon sprung out, I didn’t know what to think, especially when you flipped me over and shouted “Geronimo!”

I thought you liked it

.... Espically when I sang 'the only way is up' (in my best Yazz impersonation) with each thrust of my hips....

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By *sylockeWoman over a year ago

East Anglia

Went for a run but my phone died during the event. Trusted old Fitbit recorded a time and distance shy of 6k!!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Just come across this thread it's fantastic! I'm running a half marathon in June and havent done anywhere near enough training miles (since I've signed up I've down a total of 12k)

Please can i be part of the updated etc?!"

Good luck for your half marathon! You've got at least 7 weeks to train, so you should be able to get some miles under your belt. You might find it easier to do the run/walk method (lots of advice on the internet with training plans).

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"I’ve stated running with a group in January. And I’m doing the Derby 10k race next Sunday, first time I’ve done anything like this. Just a tad nervous. "

You'll be fine! Take it easy at the start and don't get carried away (trust me, it's easy to do!)

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"I’d like to join, does running in the gym count, as long as I track the steps with my Fitbit or photo to prove?"

Just tell us what you've been doing - treadmill running is fine!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"So who's running today "

Me. 6.5 miles running and walking. Total of 16.6 miles this week.

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"I’d like to join, does running in the gym count, as long as I track the steps with my Fitbit or photo to prove?

I did say sorry Adam!

When you unbuttoned those jeans and the strapon sprung out, I didn’t know what to think, especially when you flipped me over and shouted “Geronimo!”

I thought you liked it

.... Espically when I sang 'the only way is up' (in my best Yazz impersonation) with each thrust of my hips....

I’m in...

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By *dam1971Man over a year ago

Bedford

"I’d like to join, does running in the gym count, as long as I track the steps with my Fitbit or photo to prove?

I did say sorry Adam!

When you unbuttoned those jeans and the strapon sprung out, I didn’t know what to think, especially when you flipped me over and shouted “Geronimo!”

I thought you liked it

.... Espically when I sang 'the only way is up' (in my best Yazz impersonation) with each thrust of my hips....

I’m in...

He said, surprising no-one

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By *ookingforlustMan over a year ago

northants

Woohoo!!!!

5km done on th treadmill (just under 34 minutes) and 7 mile dog walk!!!

I should be fecking waif like!!!!

Why am I not waif like?!?

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By (user no longer on site) over a year ago

"Woohoo!!!!

5km done on th treadmill (just under 34 minutes) and 7 mile dog walk!!!

I should be fecking waif like!!!!

Why am I not waif like?!?"

Question I ask myself everyday....sorry, shouldn't talk with my mouthfull. Let me just finish my multi pack of crisps and I will be right back

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By *arryJones1975Man over a year ago

ely

"So who's running today

Me. 6.5 miles running and walking. Total of 16.6 miles this week."

Awesome. Well done you. x x x

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Woohoo!!!!

5km done on th treadmill (just under 34 minutes) and 7 mile dog walk!!!

I should be fecking waif like!!!!

Why am I not waif like?!?"

Because you are building muscle!

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"So who's running today

Me. 6.5 miles running and walking. Total of 16.6 miles this week.

Awesome. Well done you. x x x"

Thanks Harry, been running recently?

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"Woohoo!!!!

5km done on th treadmill (just under 34 minutes) and 7 mile dog walk!!!

I should be fecking waif like!!!!

Why am I not waif like?!?

Question I ask myself everyday....sorry, shouldn't talk with my mouthfull. Let me just finish my multi pack of crisps and I will be right back

Hot donuts in Great Yarmouth...why are these moobs increasing?!

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By *ookingforlustMan over a year ago

northants

"Woohoo!!!!

5km done on th treadmill (just under 34 minutes) and 7 mile dog walk!!!

I should be fecking waif like!!!!

Why am I not waif like?!?

Because you are building muscle!"

Why does my muscle look like fat though?

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"So who's running today

I did parkrun yesterday, I’m still in bed..."

How did you get on yesterday Topsy?

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Woohoo!!!!

5km done on th treadmill (just under 34 minutes) and 7 mile dog walk!!!

I should be fecking waif like!!!!

Why am I not waif like?!?

Question I ask myself everyday....sorry, shouldn't talk with my mouthfull. Let me just finish my multi pack of crisps and I will be right back

Hot donuts in Great Yarmouth...why are these moobs increasing?!"
mmmmm hot doughnuts.

I'm glad I'm now home reading this rather than at a shop.

Although, I do have to go shopping later!

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By *itch and TwatCouple over a year ago

Near Rushden Lakes

"Woohoo!!!!

5km done on th treadmill (just under 34 minutes) and 7 mile dog walk!!!

I should be fecking waif like!!!!

Why am I not waif like?!?

Question I ask myself everyday....sorry, shouldn't talk with my mouthfull. Let me just finish my multi pack of crisps and I will be right back

Doesn’t look too bad on your latest pics though

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By *alking DisasterWoman over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

"Woohoo!!!!

5km done on th treadmill (just under 34 minutes) and 7 mile dog walk!!!

I should be fecking waif like!!!!

Why am I not waif like?!?

Because you are building muscle!

Why does my muscle look like fat though?

Because it's in disguise!

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By *opsy RogersWoman over a year ago

London

"So who's running today

I did parkrun yesterday, I’m still in bed...

How did you get on yesterday Topsy?"

I think I knocked around 3-4 mins of my 5k. I forgot my barcode and Strava likes playing with me but I did it in about 36-37 mins although for the first time I really struggled and intermittently power walked for a bit of it.

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