A Pat On The Back

[Deleted User]

Hi!

A lot of people seem to get rather down about their running and seem quick to give themselves a hard time about it. Running is hard! Training is hard! Racing is hard! So everyone, stop beating yourself up about not getting PB's or having to cut your run short because you just couldn't go any further. Give yourself a pat on the back for even trying.

Today I did 10 miles. I'm happy with that. Who else is chuffed with what they did today?

Ultra Saffy

You're quite right, Donna. Nice post

[Deleted User]

True Donna I waddled 4.5 miles in 45 mins could barely run for a minute in february so must be getting better.

[Deleted User]

That doesn't sound like waddling to me Susan - that sounds like running! It feels great to be able to run past the places you used to stop doesn't it?

Leigh83

Yes, this is fantastic. Today I ran for 25 minutes. It was hard going (I decided I wanted to run in Clapham Common, I walked there, but it's an hour away) but I did it! On Monday I move up to 28 minutes running.

I'm really proud of myself. I have no idea how much distance I cover in 25 minutes, but I know that when I have to run for a bus, I don't have an asthma attack any more! I'm taking a really significant step to look after myself every time I go out. And I feel more connected and happier in my body as well. (Rambled on a bit there...)

[Deleted User]

I like this thread.I did beat myself up today as I thought I had a dreadful run......2.34 miles of boiling heat but you are right,we should maybe just be proud of getting out and running. It is blinkin difficult at times but we keep at it and get there in the end.

Peter Collins

A pat on the back? You shouldn't lie behind cows then.

Anyone who runs for any distance in an attempt to be fit is a runner. To me, at least.

loulabell

Ecky- hello, fancy seeing you here*waves*....i think too that anyone who keeps at it come rain or shine is a runner and sholud be proud of what they achieve- i swallowed at least 6 flies today- does that make me a proper runner..mmmmmmmyummy

Peter Collins

You didn't wave to me Loula. Harumph! Swallowing flies makes you a carnivore and a murderer by the way.

loulabell

*waves frantically to PC* ....Um carnivore? *gulp* im a vegetarian........

Peter Collins

*Waves back, blows kisses* Last time I looked, flies were meat. Be careful what you put in your mouth. I'm a veggie too, by the way.

loulabell

Peter Collins wrote (see) Be careful what you put in your mouth.

*sniggers*....

*blows kissies back*

Peter Collins

*Invades Loula's personal space*

Next, someone'll tell us to get a room.

[Deleted User]

My Ikkle Loula fancy seeing you here.

Hi Peter........sorry,Im not a veggie.

Peter Collins

Don't be sorry. I'm not evangelical about it. Just personal choice.

[Deleted User]

Now Now kids,no getting fruity .*wishes someone would tell them to get a room*

loulabell

Eckyyyyyyy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!......i need some vino Eckeeeeeeee.......does lent finish sunday?

loulabell

i just done eat meat coz i dont really like the taste, its not a pricipal thing. i like fish though....but not goldfish...

loulabell

Eckytump. wrote (see)

Now Now kids,no getting fruity .*wishes someone would tell them to get a room*

oooo, PC, do we have to talk about getting fruity now? thought we did that with the banana outfit for marathons................

Peter Collins

You recognised me in that?

loulabell

i recognised the zip...ahem

Peter Collins

I thought it got rather loose at one point, and a flash of pink went past...

loulabell

i was catwoman ...so it wasnt me

Peter Collins

Oh dear. Now you've done it... This has to stop!

loulabell

what have i done now?*bats eyelashes inoccently*

[Deleted User]

I have none Loula...........we can have an extra big glass on Sun. I cant wait, Mahoosive cakes and biccies.

Banana's that flash pink bits

Peter Collins

Sorry... just changing my shorts... what did you say?

loulabell

Eckytump. wrote (see)

Banana's that flash pink bits

yeeessss.....*thinks back to image*..i did think tht iffy too....

Peter Collins

I'm so innocent, and you guys twist every word.

[Deleted User]

 See Loula you gone and got us into bother again.*runs off to hide*

loulabell

moi? me? ickle Loula?.....um, er, yeah, run!! *puts on catwoman mask for disguise*