R4W Completed!
I’ve finally done it—I’ve completed the Run 4 Wales 10k Series! Reflecting on the past few months, I’m filled with a huge sense of accomplishment and pride. Each race in the series, from the Newport 10k to the final CDF 10k, brought its own unique challenges and memories, and finishing them all feels like a huge milestone in my running journey.
The Newport 10k kicked things off with a strong start, and I remember feeling so motivated to tackle the rest of the series. The Cardiff Bay 10k, despite the heat and seeing a few runners struggle, was filled with incredible energy and stunning views around the bay. Then came the Porthcawl 10k, which turned out to be my fastest race yet, even with a bathroom stop and the excitement of seeing the Swansea Airshow on the route.
But the final race, the CDF 10k, was by far the hardest. My knee injury from the London 10k was a painful reminder that pushing through wasn’t going to be easy. By the 7-8k mark, I was contemplating quitting—something I’d never felt in a race before. Yet, somehow, I found the determination to keep going, and crossing that finish line, despite the pain, was a deeply emotional moment.
Completing all four races in the series has been more than just a running challenge. It’s been a test of perseverance, mental toughness, and the ability to adapt. The journey has had its highs and lows, from setting personal records to battling injury, but it’s also given me a sense of resilience I didn’t know I had.
I’m proud to have finished the series, and it’s a reminder that every finish line crossed, no matter how difficult the journey, is a victory worth celebrating. Here’s to more races, more memories, and hopefully, a fully recovered knee for future challenges!
