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I’ve made the mistake of entering races, knowing that I wasn’t feeling it, carrying on out of bravado - and inevitably not enjoying them. Utterly defeats the purpose. Fair play. (Your new field looks great BTW.)

You have clearly made the right decision for you - running should be something we enjoy and I think it’s great that you have taken the pressure off yourself. Enjoy exploring your new local runs and settling in to your new home. 🙂

Laura don't panic life ain't easy but you don't need to make it worse. Find a local social running club, try the local sports/runner shop. A year off is nothing to worry about, I took two years off and this year I'm running 4 Half's. When you're feeling it, you're feeling it good or bad.

Making this decision shows incredible strength of character Laura - and enjoyment of running, and feeling happy and confident in running in your new area is so much more important than any races. Looking at the comments here, there is nothing but support behind you! Take your time, get the love back, and then plan for races when you feel ready, again!

Chin up Laura xx in your own time. You’ll do it when your ready. Love Buster Julie and Stan 🦮 xx

Nice video, to the point. You do what you want to do, you know how you feel. Just enjoy life with no pressures. Xx

Do what brings you joy. Training for the half didn't, so you wisely made the change. P.S. Andy needs to learn to put down the camera and comfort you when you are upset. ((Hugs))

We completely understand and we will always be supportive about what you choose to do, you've already come so far 🙌🙌🥳🥳

Huge amount of respect Laura!

Hey Laura, my wife and I really enjoy your videos but please don’t feel you owe any of us any explanations. Do whatever is the best thing for you. As long as you are enjoying your running, or not running, then that is all that matters. If you do make future videos and keep running you will always have two supporters here.

Totally get it the wheels are falling off my running because of personal stuff..considering not doing the half in October either..please don't apologise you have done the right thing x

Made a big decision and the right decision for yourself! Hope to see you running again soon, when you’re ready to lace up again 🤙🏼

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Best decision for you Laura. No point going through months of hating it just for the sake of it. It takes a stronger person to accept it than putting it off.... there will be many more runs to do in time x

Don't worry... there will be other times and races to do. I was enjoying your videos though

Good decision Laura. Mov8ng house s crazy stressful. Making the right decision for you shows strength. So many people do things because they ought to, or feel they have to, or worry what others think, it’s crazy. Enjoy whatever you do next, maybe it won’t be running, maybe it will, but whatever it is, have fun. 💕

Oh you poor thing, don't worry though. Best call to not do it, to run and not be 100% can be more counter productive. I'm still following, who knows next year😁 Enjoy your new home. PS I am down to do Worcester but have not run for 2 weeks, can't get motivated😢

I love you Laura, even this shows you’re just keeping it real and running is not all about pb’s and half marathons. Loved the video and your lovey honesty. Enjoy your new home ❤️

Thank you for making this video. I have been feeling the same about an event as my training has been poor too. Your video has made me realise that pulling out is the right thing to do. See, even videos about not running and helpful and supportive.😊

Well done for making the decision that's right for you! It takes great strength to recognise when things aren't going to plan and adapting around it. Take your time and get comfortable with what you are doing. We'll keep supporting you and Andy! Good luck with settling in to your new place!

Lovely video. Gorgeous scenery too. Great to meet you all at the Wild One.. aka the circus! Team work looked such fun. Good luck with your training 🥳

Nice, looks like a fun week!

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Great video and looked like a great run, I always see www.youtube.com/@thewingitrunner doing that course haha, i wonder if you happened to see him

Well done Laura. Did my first parkrun at the start of the year. Bizarre. Nerves were shot. Still more nervous for PR than any other race. Great video.

Great views from that trail. Jealous.

So inspiring ✨️

Super star 🏃🏼‍♀️🦮

Massive well done Laura with those hills and well done doing parkrun solo! I remember my first parkrun and I was petrified on my own. Worcester half won’t know what’s hit it! Get well soon too!

Hills make the flats seem like a picnic 😉

Great to see you back. Looking forward to the training block. Just catching up on your weeks now ☺️

Great vlog Laura.🙂 I’m thinking of trying the Runna app - I need pushing out of my comfort zone too!!🙂

I’ve just signed up for the Runna app, I think I’m going to start at the 10k plan and then switch to the half marathon plan for the Berlin half in April. I’m very similar speed runner as you, so this has been really helpful to watch!

Interesting about the app, I am using the Garmin coach for the Worceater half. See you there😊

Cool vlog Laura, and great to find a fellow running vlogger suffering from the ‘non’ UK summer 😂. Subscribed and looking forward to see more from your channel 🫶🏻

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Brilliant vlog. Well done Laura 🥇 you got this 🏃‍♀️

You're doing great !! Keep up the sessions. Only 3rd week in and you can see your fitness improving 💪

I’m so glad I found your channel! Someone my speed! I know there are lots of us, just very few on KZfaq. Your videos are great quality, thanks for documenting this!

Good job on pushing yourself thru pain, it will only get easier and more fun (really).

Well done Laura 👏

Well done Laura, getting week 3 done 💪🏃‍♀️

You didn't sound confident before that progression run, but you smashed it. Your pacer did ok as well 😅👍🏻 Well done 💪🏃‍♂️

Well done you 🏃🏼‍♀️ ever closer to reaching your goal 🥇x

Fair play, Laura. That hill is no joke!

Looks like you are doing well with your training, also great to see some of the Cotswold way too with Andy being Cool as a cucumber after doing around 60km already haha, we are excited for Ep 3

Well done on your hill training. I avoid hills at all costs 🤣🤣

Well done Laura. I might try your hill session, I haven’t done hills in ages. 😊

Looking forward to the training plan, you'll ace it for sure 🔥👊