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hello my name is amanda and i live in Brighton, Have never run before and did m 1st day today . After giving up smoking 5 months now I put on a bit of weight, I do aqua aerobics, but all ways fanced giving running ago. I live near the sea front and see people running all the time. thought i would feel a bit silly but no felt so chuffed with myself... will keep you posted on my progress.
I also decided to take the plunge and start the c25k programme. I did my wk1 r3 today and found it ok. I am really enjoying it and getting a great sense of satisfaction after each run. I did my 2nd run on grass and found it easier, so may consider going to the local pitch instead of staying road running.
Nice one finished my first week yesterday and loving it the sense off achievement is such a buzz, am glad I gave up smoking 5 months ago otherwise don't think I could possible do it. Keep going
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. After giving up smoking 5 months now