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25.36 5km - Woohoo!⠀ ⠀ Okay, so this isn't a b

25.36 5km - Woohoo!⠀
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Okay, so this isn't a big thing for a lot of runners but for me, its a massive deal. At the beginning of the year, I had lost a huge dollop of self confidence in my ability to run. Even a 32min 5km felt like a struggle, let alone running 10km...⠀
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I thought "Where is my Mojo?" "Why am I not getting better?" "How can I get out of this funk?"...⠀
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The reality is that is it's been a long hard slog, I had to massively change up my nutrition, start lifting weights, cross-train & focus on rest. The reason I'm saying this is because for me, it's not easy & I think it's helpful to share a backstory. ⠀
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My wish is to keep building a body that feels strong, that feels able, that's fuelled with delicious food. It's great to wake up with energy, I ran 5km & still had enough in the tank for weights & a walk. ⠀
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Our bodies are designed to feel REALLY good, don't ever forget that okay? 💙

To have a great workout, you need to do what you l

To have a great workout, you need to do what you love...⠀
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Seriously, I think so many people hate exercise because they don't enjoy the same things as other people. That's why I think theres no shame in trying different things, I have my current routine which is mainly running & lifting...⠀
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But, I think it's really important to just shake it up - Someday's I just walk, or circuit train, or throw in plyometrics/rowing or a CrossFit style WOD...⠀
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If you feel bored, maybe you could go for a swim? Climb? Dance? Yoga? Cycle? Ski? (seasonally, obs!) HIIT? Use a new machine at the gym? Take a diffeent class? If you don't enjoy it, then all you wasted was an hour?!⠀
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There's also a misunderstanding that you have to be "Good" but who decides if you are "Good" at something? Are you having fun? Are you enjoying the process? - If so, you're good 💜

⠀ "Running is alone time that lets my brain unsp

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"Running is alone time that lets my brain unspool the tangles that build up over days..."⠀
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I'm absolutely loving my training right now, sure there's going to be more ups & downs. But, the most important thing is to enjoy the journey...💜

Doughnuts are my new addiction...⠀ ⠀ Every so

Doughnuts are my new addiction...⠀
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Every so often, there's something I just can't get enough of! Right now, it's definitely Doughnuts. Therefore, I whipped up this super easy (& rather nutritious) recipe, so I can eat them whenever I fancy...*phew* ⠀
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The link to the recipe is in my Bio 🍩
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These are suitable for vegans & folk following a gluten free lifestyle, basically doughnuts are for everyone! (& If macros are your thing - 39g C - 6gF - 35g P) 💜⠀

"Make sure your worst enemy doesn't live between y

"Make sure your worst enemy doesn't live between your own ears" - Never a truer word said...

My legs ache, I'm tired, but this AM I really pushed myself and this is what it's about. All I am aiming for it's a better me, afterall we could all do the same thing and see different results.

But, just one thing...this post-run result of staggering around like John Wayne isn't doing my ego too much good...😂

That post run stretch...⠀ ⠀ I headed out for a

That post run stretch...⠀
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I headed out for a slightly longer run today (8.25 miles) as I'm gradually trying to build distance up again...⠀
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I got to about 7 miles & it just felt like a bit of an uphill struggle, but it's great to understand more about my body & what I need to work on. ⠀
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My kit was kindly gifted by @boudavida & so far I am really impressed. The leggings were a great fit, with plenty of room for my phone/keys. Also, I am absolutely loving loose fit t-shirts for running right now, they are so much cooler & more comfortable 💜

Oh, Suddenly it's September...⠀ ⠀ I've been tr

Oh, Suddenly it's September...⠀
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I've been trying to focus on the positives & the past six weeks have been such a shift for me. Finally I am more in tune with my body, my training has really switched up a level & my nutrition is going great. ⠀
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I feel like a stuck record, but I have been reaping the benefits of sticking to a routine, pushing myself when it feels right. Then resting when I need it, fuelling efficiently (even on rest days!) & getting ready for the next shift.⠀
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My aims for the next few months are:⠀
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*Get back to 25 Something 5km (Current 26.15)⠀
*Increase the length of my longer runs (So far not going far over 8 miles - Definitely needs to be 10+)⠀
*Keep working on my pull up progression⠀
*Increase my 1 Rep Max Deadlift & Squat (Weight - TBC) ⠀
*Continue with my Nutritionist, maybe start a reverse diet soon? Who knows? 🤷🏻‍♀️⠀
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I'd love to hear your current aims? 💜

Speed Play...⠀ ⠀ After a much needed restful w

Speed Play...⠀
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After a much needed restful week, I felt ready to take on another interval session. Something I'm brilliant at avoiding, but I was absolutely elated to cover 3 Miles in 28.03 by using a walk/fast running system. ⠀
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My objective was simple, keep the walking brief & try to keep sub 7.30mm mile for the running. Plus, I added in hills at a slower pace because hills matter too! ⠀
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For the longest time, it's felt like I wasn't making progress & now it feels bloody awesome to break the plateau! Fingers crossed, I might set at least one new PB by the end of the year...💙⠀

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