Nicky: Day 48 Upton and around

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Stayed with friends in Bristol last night, so when got home at lunch timish popped out to do 3m. Pleasant run although legs heavy again! Not a lot else to say really.

Pete Day 92 - Sunday lone club run !! by Pljrun

Club run this morning no one around though, all the usual suspects off doing races somewhere or other. Decided to do a thirteen miler around the levels, keeping to the road though. Weather overcast but dry, perfect for running. Good run and back for breakfast.

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Pete Day 91 - A pleasant 4 miler by Pljrun

A nice early Saturday morning run, fine weather and a nice flat 4.5 mile run around the levels. Ready for shopping now, ugh!!

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Pete Day 90 - Depressed day run !

At home again waiting for boilerman, he's been, new boiler needed so a not so happy four miler today. Cutting down marathon next week so conserving some batteries.

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Charles: Day 329/365 - Bog standard plod

A minimum distance run before the Kilomathon tomorrow. I think I might struggle a bit because I've got a chest cold and dead legs but I'll get there. My dad is going to be following the pack of runners on his bike so I better keep up or I'll get a row :)

The details of day 329 can be found at Day 329/365 challenge

Days 102-103/365by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

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Fridays run was good but Saturdays the watch had a glitch or I pressed the wrong button but below is the GPS screen shot from my iPhone for Saturdays run.

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The old run from work

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Yay oh yay 100 days in the bag

Nicky: Day 47 Around and about

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Stunning day - blue sky, no clouds & warm when out of the wind. Aimed to do between 5-6 miles but was enjoying the sun & peace so did just over 7m.

Charles: Day 328/365 - Last holiday run

Just a slow run out and back to the holiday digs. Felt okay but a little heavy legged after all the running, cycling and walking I've done lately :)

The details of day 328 can be found at Day 328/365 challenge

Nicky: Day 46 Knole Rd

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Up and out before work. Enjoyed it actually - gonna try a massive 5 or 6 miles tomorrow now.

Nicky: Day 45 Long Sutton Trot

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Trot around the streets of Long Sutton. Legs back to feeling a little tired.

Day 89 - Home Run ! just the three again by Pljrun

Just a short run smiling all the way, just received my London Marathon 2013 acceptance today !!!! :)

Day 89 - Home Run ! just the three again by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 88- Wet lunchtime run by Pljrun and club run

Raining very hard, Tony decided too much for him so went round my new route of 3.3 miles the opposite way round. After turning under the railway bridge found the road flooded, not too deep, so carried on. Must admit I prefer it this way round short sharp hills up and longer down slopes.

This evening went for a run with the youngsters and a few not so young to do some sprinting and hill work, did 3.9 miles of hard work, everyone seemed to enjoy !!

Day 88- Wet lunchtime run by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 88 - Part b another few miles by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 327/365 - Look at them puppies

Today's wee run involved a couple of pups running towards me and jumping up. They were absolutely gorgeous. I so want another Great Dane but I keep telling myself that I need to wait until at least next year as the wife is taking a bit of convincing :)

The details of day 327 can be found at Day 327/365 challenge

Nicky: Day 44 Run with club

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Was dreading this evenings run due to my heavy legs & achey old bones. Ran pretty slowly but steadily & really enjoyed it. Had to walk up bits of the hills but did try to run them. Did 5.75m in total which is my longest run since TBU. Maybe I will do that half mara in 12 days time after all.

Charles: Day 326/365 - Attacked by a dog

Out to just do the minimum 5k today and got attacked by a dog! It wasn't a vicious attack but a dog that just wanted to chase after me and jump up all the time. That I can cope with because I love dogs but its the irresponsible owners that should be put down! All she did was quietly shout "heel,heel". I even stopped running and walked alongside the woman so she could put it on a lead but the dog was out of control and the owner had obviously no control over the animal. I managed to make my escape when the dog ran down a walk way to the beach. Luckily she had it on a lead for my return leg.

The details of day 326 can be found at Day 326/365 challenge

Day 87 - Mid day run again by Pljrun

Normal 3 miler same as yesterday with Tony in tow. Shall do same route this week then next week go round the new slightly longer route.

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Day 86 - Monday work mid day run by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Back to normal service, Tony joined me today for a run, slow today as knee still sore. Got half way round route to end up shin deep in water, ducks swimming in the road again. Boy that water was cold, Tony took the short cut to stay dry. Enjoyed the run !

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Charles: Day 325/365 - Sore

A very stiff and sore run today in the wind and rain. I think I paid the price for not stretching after yesterdays run in the torrential rain and the muscles have gone all tight on me

The details of day 325 can be found at Day 325/365 challenge

Nicky: Day 43 Upton Loop Again...!

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I think the neighbours are soon going to offer me either a zimmer frame or wheelchair! The way I must look cos I certainly am feeling like a creeky old lady at the moment. Even the 2m is a real effort & struggle!!! My times are over 10min miles for even these short runs. Just shows, after big effort you need recovery time. Thats what makes this a massive challenge. 2m a day is not much but it certainly feels a lot currently.
Bring on the fit legs!!!

Day 92/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 92/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Today's run was later than normal as I was in hospital for my pre-op assessment which i must say was boring
I asked the nurse if i could carry on after the op and the good news is Yes but go steady so I will be doing my mile as a brisk walk.
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Most of these were my daily commute run after a crappy week at work and having to miss running club so tuesday run 99 i went out and got a course record on my training route.

Nicky: Day 42 Loopy Loops

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Glad I waited til this evening to run as its been peeing it down all day. Nice sunny evening but pretty darn cold. Even wore gloves - well yes I am a wimp & I do run slowly!! :D

Did some loopy loops around the area to clock it to my minimum 2m. Every joint aches - I feel like a rickety old rocking horse at the moment. Think I am getting too old for all this running around lark!

Charles: Day 324/365 - Winters here!

Pouring rain with freezing cold high winds along the sea front. Great fun with frozen legs and hands :)

The details of day 324 can be found at Day 324/365 challenge

Jack: New PB update!

Hey guys! I am due to get my internet sorted next week and so will update my blog posts with Garmin links! It has been a while since I updated my blog however I have still been out running everyday and I believe I have reached approximately 90days now. I will have a proper count later on today so that I can be sure of when I hit the big 100! I just thought I would post a quick update because I achieved a big personal milestone on Saturday at Parkrun Riddlesdown. I managed to score not only a new personal best for the 5k but it was also my first ever sub 17min. I recorded a time of 16mins 59secs which put me in second place. Still striving for my first Parkrun victory but it is nice to see the progress. Interestingly the course was one which I have only ever run once before. I was part of the contingent of nutters that took part in the run on Christmas Eve 2011...my time was 19mins 20secs. It speaks volumes for the benefits of the challenge that just nine months later, having spent the majority of that time running daily, I have taken almost two and a half minutes off my time. It is also somewhat frustrating that, even with a two and a half minute improvement in my time, I finished in exactly the same position in the field. Second. One day I will secure a first place but until then I will continue to pound out the early morning 5k loops and hopefully continue to see the improvement that has been so noticeable in my fitness.

http://www.parkrun.org.uk/riddlesdown/results/latestresults

Charles: Day 323/365 - Icky Cream

A run to the ice cream shop that turned out to be a little less than the 5k so I ended up doing a wee bit more and found myself racing against a horse and cart for about 400 metres and I lost but only just!!!

The details of day 323 can be found at Day 323/365 challenge

Nicky: Day 41 Upton Loop

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Usual 2m trot around my Upton Loop. This hip I think is actually my sciatica playing up again. Really painful with each foot strike & once again I had to walk  for a bit. Think this is cause for a wee trip to my trusty chiropractor again when he is back from sunnier climes!
Definatly going to take it easy as I have been roped into the Parrett Trail relay in a couple of weeks time  - Pete, think doing leg 1 so can we sort of do some car share lifting what ever for that? Alf away that weekend so he cannot ferry us.
Have also just entered the Edinburgh Mara for May next year.

Nicky: Day 40 London S.Bank

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Up in London for the day as taking my Mum on a day out & theatre for her birthday. Hip still a bit achey so we did a swift walk (well where we could - tourist dodging) from Victoria Station along the S.Bank to Tower Hill. I forgot to turn the Garmin off so it looks like I did 9m - actually did around 5m> Nice warm sunshine for the outing!

Day 79 to 85 - By Pljrun (Pete) Catch up again MUST TRY HARDER !!!

Day 85 - Sunday club 10k run in the rain by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Knee still sore this morning so decided to just do 10k route, didn't mind too much as it was raining. Back to the autumn weather, it's Langport Tri today feel sorry for all those taking part and the marshals having to stay out in that. What a great job those people in yellow jackets do, where would we all be without them.

Day 84 - A run to Curry fun day by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 84 - The run home by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Two runs today, helping with a kids fun day in Curry Rivel so decided to run up and back, the run up was a bit hard seem to have a painfull knee today. Enjoyed the day Dave and I set up a running course for the youngeters to try, had quite a few runners through, the only problem was picking up the six bean bags after every runner !

Day 83 - Another 22 mile run Home by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Friday here again and my last long run before Chester marathon, bit slower than last week and a bit tired today. Must admit my mind was not on it today not really looking forward to it and yet again it has proved if you don't want to do a run then the run becomes more difficult, the power of the mind eh!

Day 82 - Mid Day run new route again by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Gave the new route another try so I can run it the other way round next week, really enjoy this route, traffic not too bad but keeps you working all the way round.

Day 81 - Mid day but a new route by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
A new route tried today from work, 3.3 miles away from the main road and quite undulating. Very nice route shall use this again without doubt.
Day 81 - B clubnight with Jasmine by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Second run of the day, with some sprints and hillwork with Jasmine, won't be long till I get left well behind on sprints. She is really running well hills too !

Day 80 - Another mid day run by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Groundhog day same as yesterday, getting colder now but still fine weather.

Day 79 - Standard Monday lunchtime run by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Back to work and a lunchtime run, still on my own this week but I do enjoy the time away from the office.

Days 60-69 Sallycinn

Mainly just the minimum runs in lead up to hiking holiday in Pyrenees so nothing exciting.  I will upload the week in Pyrenees soon - it takes so long to upload!!
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Charles: Day 322/365 - Beautiful day

A very slow and enjoyable run in the warm autumn sunshine. Felt great to breath in the fresh air and not have to fight against the wind for a wee change :)

The details of day 322 can be found at Day 322/365 challenge

Nicky: Day 39 Back Loop

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Nice sunny evening albeit a bit cold. Legs still very heavy & I can feel the sciatica on left side. About 1.5m in a got a real nasty pain in my left hip that actually made me gasp! Had to stop, stretch & walk for a short while to ease it. Think its just the old bones still complaining about having to run despite last weeks epic adventure!
Off to London tomorrow to take my Mum to the theatre for her birthday so will probably just do a rapid walk to try ease this old body!!

Charles: Day 321/365 - Sun at last

A run in the sun for a change and a chance to stop and take some photos during the run. Also went for a wee cycle on my bike. I've now got a numb bum after sitting on a pencil seat. Ouch, ouch my bum hurts lol

The details of day 321 can be found at Day 321/365 challenge

Marg: Day 310-315/365 Challenge - Carmel Cul-de-sacs and Kansas City.

Blog catch-up time. Day 310 was just a run around the block with a few extra loops
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Cul-de-sac crawl around Foster Grove. GPS on phone gave out for a while but time was over minimum so no problems there.
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Run around the block with Brad.
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Cul-de-sac crawl through Cool Creek North.
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Over in Kansas City for work and found the same problem that I saw in Chicago when running near tall buildings. The GPS goes haywire. Had to run a bit extra to make sure I was really running over my minimum. Gorgeous day in KC.
Day 314/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Thought I was doing a "Charles Special" last night, however I miscalculated the time zone difference between KC and Indy and so both were recorded for Wednesday instead of one on Wednesday and one on Thursday. Bummer...guess that means another run today :(. Really enjoyed the runs around Kansas City however, the architecture is interesting and it has a great atmosphere. My Mum and mother-in-law are here with me as well and are also enjoying it here.
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Charles: Day 320/365 - Rain & Wind

As predicted, another day for running into a strong wind and pouring rain. Felt yesterday's 7 miles in my legs but I also did about 3 miles walking and 8 miles cycling so I should expect a few sore legs and feet. Early run tomorrow cos we've got a busy day's cycling ahead of us :)

The details of day 320 can be found at Day 320/365 challenge

Nicky: Day 38 Upton Loop

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Slow easy 3miler. Legs & feet still a bit sore & achey. Nice evening for a run apart from the zillions of flying bugs. I got my protein portion worth this evening I think. YUK!

Nicky: Day 37 Short club trot

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Feet still very achey & lower legs dont feel quite right. Sort of irritable leg syndrome type thingy! Probably just overuse & fatigue. Have decided to stick with minimum mileage for a week or two until things settle. Ran with Dave German from run club & we did a very slow 2+miles.
Feeling very autumnal. :(

Charles: Day 319/365 - Anniversary run

Today is my wedding anniversary. One year ago today I married the lovely Michelle. While Michelle went and got pampered at the hairdressers, I went for a nice slow run from Uncle Toms Cabin to Cleveleys and back. Felt really good and looking forward to the Kilomathon Scotland on the 30th September oh and a few more happy years with my lovely wife :)

The details of day 319 can be found at Day 319/365 challenge

Nicky: Days 33 - 36 Minimal distance!!!

Nicky: Day 33 Upton Hobble by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 34 More hobbling by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 35 And hobble some more! by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 36 Upton Loop by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Well not a lot to report. Since I got back home from TBU on Saturday I have very much been sticking to the minimum 2miles. Legs tired & heavy. Twitch all night keeping me awake too! Think the bed to warm & comfy too after a week of hard cold ground & tiny wet tent! I know which I would prefer though!  Days 33, 34, 35 are all more of a walk than run due to sore feet & very tired legs. This evening however, I actually did manage to job properly for my 2m. It was a bit of a struggle & I felt totally exhaused when I got home. I suppose I did push the old bones last week just a bit.

Charles: Day 317 & 318/365 - Windy Windy

First 2 days of my holidays and I've had to run into gale force winds along the Blackpool coast. It doesn't matter which direction you run, you always end up running into a head wind. I hate the frigging wind!!

Some holiday snaps that make me look enormous with the wind inflating my jacket. That is my excuse and its nothing to with all the ice cream I've eaten :)

The details of day 317 can be found at Day 317/365 challenge
The details of day 318 - Part 1 can be found at Day 318/365 challenge - Part 1
The details of day 318 - Part 2 can be found at Day 318/365 challenge - Part 2

Day 91/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

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The same old run home from lunch service. I need to find some different routes home but atm I can't be arsed. Already looking forward to the Salisbury half marathon

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Only 10 days away from 100 runs. Also I found out I have to work Wednesday night and will have to miss running club which annoys me a lot as I haven't seen the club guys since the marathon on the 9th.

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Again home from work run. Feeling better in the leg department

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Just my boring trek home from work felt ok may have a bash at my five mile route Tuesday after my hospital visit

Go Beyond Trans Britain 2012 - Highlights

Nicky: Day 31 TBU day 6 YAY!

Nicky: Day 32 TBU Day 6 by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Final day and a mere 17+ miles.  Due to the cities & motorways, we were bussed to just outside Wrexham where we ran the final few miles in Wales to Ruthin Castle  and the finish line.
Jannine and I trotted along happily through woods, along roads, and as usual missed the footpath. Picked up Andy who had gone wrong in the same place as us! More hills, more heather & gorse to fight through & some uninspiring bleak moors to cross before reaching Offers Dyke & a nice long run through the woods down to the one and only CP of the day. The nice surprise was that they had laid on wine!!!!! Happy days. Between the 3 of us, we polished off a whole bottle - well why not. The serious racing snakes didnt partake so it would have been rude to see it go to waste!
Feeling a little tipsy, we entered into a sheep shit throwing competition so pass some time. Fatigue then once again set in so Andy left Jannine & I too it. She was really suffering with her sore knee & feet so it was us two dragging each other. More hills & still more hills before we reached the final small roads into Ruthin. Taff came out to run the final 2 miles in. We thought we were speeding along but apparetnly our tracker showed us doing an average speed of about 3m an hour! Oh well who cares. We managed to run up the final hill to the finish at the Castle where sparkling wine welcomed us just like it welcomes F1 racing drivers. Good spray of this, hot bath & later to our celebratory dinner & prize giving.

I was 3rd women and only 3mins behind Jannine in second place! Yes, I know, there were only 3 girls in it but thats because its a bloody tough old race and there are not that many nutcase ladies in the world! I was pretty pleased though that although Kirsty broke the previous ladies record for this race, I was only 11 mins behind the previous record and for the first time since the race started 4 or 5 years ago, no ladies were ever running in the dark on the long days. Happy days & a challenge for you guys out there for next year. Check out Gobeyond Ultra!!!!!

Nicky: Day 31 TBU day 5

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Jannine & I were getting a little bit fed up with Kirsty dragging us along at a pace that didnt suit us, so we strongly advised her to go ahead & take first place. We were happy to make it to the finish in one piece as opposed to wrecks! Today a shorter but tough day.  A mere 25miles ish!!  But, up & over Pen Y Ghent & a couple of other horrors!
Interesting start to the day! Out along the river, then down a track for a bit. We were so busy jogging along happily & chatting that we didnt check the map properly & ended up a mile or so down a long hill. Asked a local farmer where we were & he kindly gave us a lift back to where we went wrong, on his quad bike! Yes, probably cheating but when you are totally knackered - who cares! We certainly didnt!!!  Back en route, we had a long slog up some or other blowey cold hill followed by a lovely long  meandering path great for jogging along. Stopped & chatted to some walkers who were intrigued as to why 2 wind bedraggled women wearing large back packs were running!!! Also photo stop at the viaduct which looked straight out of a Harry Potter film to CP1. Greham who was manning the CP commented on how much happier the pair of us looked without Kirsty!!!
From the CP a little more road then muddy farm tracks & back up into the hills. Again, due to our chatting we missed the correct footpath & had to fight our way through bracken and heather onto the correct path. Wind had now picked up big time & the cloud closed in! We found some shelter behind a dry stone wall & put on more appropriate clothing before the long ridge run & then down into the village of Horton to CP2. CP was outside a cafe at the bottom of Pen Y Ghent. It would have been rude not to stop for a swift hot chocolate & sausage roll! :D !! Due to the now dreadful weather, we put on all our mountain survival kit. We were secretly hoping the race director would redirect us around the mountain but NO! Up we had to go! A brisk walk with the poles 3.5 miles up to the top. Freezing cold, & very gusty wind - almost hard to stand upright. At the top, good old Taff met us to escourt us down the otherside! Apparently the views are supposed to be stunnind!!!

After a clamber over big boulders (bit scarey with the wind), it was a lovely long trot down). Well it would have been if we hadnt missed the path again! Up another hill onto the correct path which was a total quagmire over the fields & another mile or so up to the final campsite! Tough but great day!

Nicky: Day 30 TBU Day 4

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Whew! Well another very long day on the TBU. I think it was just over 35miles! Set off again in the drizzle but at least we could see some of the scenary in the beautiful Lake District. Started through some woods & steep paths then wound our way over muddy fields, tracks, small roads from Ambleside, Windermere, Kendal (some sunshine) then on into Yorkshire moors national park. Some tough going underfoot & general fatigue an issue. I came in after around 11 hrs, 2 mins behind my running pal.  Cold wet & muddy. Had a quick shower & luckily one of the guys who had to retire after day one due to an ankle injury took us girls under his wing & did our washing for us! It would have been a very late night otherwise.

Nicky: Day 29 TBU Day 3 by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Today was the biggie:  a mere 18 or so miles but over the Cumbrian Mts. The day I have been most worried about. I am not a hill person. I dont like hill running let alone over a load of the highest hills in the Lake District with back pack etc after already doing 50+ miles.

Well, I actually loved it & this day turned out to be my favourite day of the challenge. Yes, it was challenging, cold, wet, sleet, windy. When we did have breaks in the cloud the scenary was totally stunning! The climb to the top of Helvellyn was tough & we heard later that the temperature was only 5 degrees with 50m per hour wind to add to the chill factor. This day we all had to carry extra warm clothing, which I was very pleased for! Base layer, fleece, wind-proof jacket, running leggings plus windprrof troos, hat, gloves & half way up we all changed into dry socks (which after being in soggy running shoes for 5mins were wet again anyway)!!!
After Helvellyn we had a steep down then a vicious climb up loose scree to the top of Fairfield! OUCH! Had to be the worst part of the whole week long challenge. Pretty scary for those of us who dont like heights to add to it all!

From top of Fairfield we had a phone call from base worried about us girlies as we were taking so long & they wondered where on earth we were. The leader was in after 4 hrs!!! From Fairfield it took us a further 2 hrs to make it in to near Ambleside down a challenging stepped path. Whew! Sweet relief to make it in. Lovely campsite in a lovely setting. Shame about the rain (again!)

Charles: Day 316/365 - Holiday time :))

The last run before ma holibags. Woohoo 2 weeks in costa del rainy Blackpool :)

Watch this space over the next 2 weeks for some fatty being blown into the Irish Sea in the gale force winds and torrential rain lol

The details of day 316 can be found at Day 316/365 challenge

Photos from the women's 1/2 marathon and the sprint triathlon.

Nicky: Day 28 TBU day 2

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Felt a little battered and bruised this morning after yesterdays long day out. Today is a shorter day, but on heavy legs with a major hill to contend with early on, it was set to be a tough day!   It was!!!
Cold drizzly & the hill facing us was HUGE! Very boggy with invisible foot paths! Clambering over heather & through gorse, leaping over massive puddles and picking our way through mountain streams - yes, I managed to slip into one up to my thighs too, to add to the cold!
Check point 1 was a welcome sight where I added more padding & plaster to my sore heels.

Myself Jannine & Kirsty then plodded along some country lanes & across plenty plenty of very thick boggy fields before reaching CP2. Quick stop before it was pretty much small roads all the way to the end. I was totally shattered! Another 19+ miles done.

Photo looks like I am paralympic training!!!! :D

Day 78 - Sunday club run a nice 11 miler by Pljrun

Sunday morning, a couple of people with half marathons coming up so a 11/12 miler today. Nice run with a hill to start and one to finish. The rest of the run is around the levels so very nice steady run to get the distance not time. Good run, good company and good weather makes you realise why you do this.

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Nicky: Day 27 Trans Britain Ultra day 1

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So the fun begins. Camped near Gretna Green last night. Was introduced to my little one man pop up tent which was to be home for the next 6 days. Group seem pretty friendly bunch but also as usual, pretty elite. Only 3 of us girls & I know that Jannine & Kirsty are far better runners than me. This is going to be tough. My back pack weighed in at around 6.5kg excluding water. Not much compared to the MdS, but seeing as its the first time I have actually put the darn thing on in 18 months. Hmmm!!!
Set off at 09:00 & all the lads set off at quite a pace. Last years winner was back to regain his title but to also break his own & the current course record.

Uninspiring first few miles through Gretna then over some pretty boggy tracks, river paths etc to Carlisle, then a very very muddy, sticky & boggy run to the end point of the day (where ever that was!) I think todays total mileage was 35.7 miles.
Shattered by the end of the day. Feet a little soggy. One thing with this race is that everything you need for the week is on your back - no clean shoes to put on after shower! Plastic bags on feet & then straight back into cold wet shoes......nice!!!!

Day 74 to 77 - The long and the short by Pljrun

Day 77 - Saturday Sue cycled I ran !! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Went for a run after shopping, Sue came out on her bike and I ran alongside, felt pretty good considering the 22 of yesterday. Nice day yet again but chilly in the shade.

Day 76 - Run home from work by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

A 22.4 mile run home from work, second Friday on the run that I have done over 21, Chester marathon coming up and feeling reasonably good. Hope this carries on, starting to feel the chill in the air now, it got pretty cold around 17:30 glad I had a spare long sleeve shirt with me !! Still enjoyed the run and it was nice to get back into the old routine.

Day 75 - Lunchtime work run by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Back at work now so a nice three miler at lunchtime, a better way to spend lunch. No company yet but next week they will start again.

Day 74 - Club run with the youngsters by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Wednesday club run night, Hannah and Jasmine out for a run so we went and did just over four miles with lots of short sprints and a couple not so short. Good session with lots of effort.

Charles: Day 314 & 315/365 - The final 50 ;(

Two bog standard runs that I fairly enjoyed if not a wee tad painful.

I feel an air of sadness creeping in as I'm now into my final 50 days :((

The details of day 314 can be found at Day 314/365 challenge
The details of day 315 can be found at Day 315/365 challenge

Marg Day 303-309/365 Challenge - rain running and gorgeous early fall weather

Blog catch-up time! These two runs were really one but I accidently turned it off. It was pouring and I was running in a coat and had the phone in a bag in my pocket and I think it turned off while banging against my leg. I realized that it was actually quite fun to run in the rain!
Day 303A/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 303B/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Just out to Gray Rd and back.
Day 304/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Run along Hagan Burke and Greyhound trails. Gorgeous weather.
Day 305/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Just out to Gray Rd and back.
Day 306/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Run along Hagan Burke and Greyhound trail while Buzz was at soccer training. It was a really nice day and I thought I was running a bit late so I had to pick up the pace - it felt good to push it a bit.
Day 307/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Run through Foster Grove. Gorgeous night.
Day 308/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Run out to Gray Rd and back. Nice night.
Day 309/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 313/365 - Fastest for months

Tonight was my fastest run in months and I really enjoyed it. My knees were still sore but I'm positive that they're getting much better and I've found confidence is growing again with each run I do. Might have something to do with tomorrow being my last day at work for 2 whole weeks :))

The details of day 313 can be found at Day 313/365 challenge

Day 87/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

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Just my run home from work. Also planning my runs upto November

Day 86/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Untitled by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details tonight is the last summer series yeovilton 5k. A little sad for me as I enjoy theses races. But next month we have street 5 k winter series to look forward too.
Anyway still feeling a little sore I still managed to pull something out of the bag and do my 2nd best 5 k time ever

Day 85/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

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The second day after the marathon and my legs are the worst I've ever felt but I hit the mile slowly and managed to clock it in. I was pleased I managed to to do it but when I got home the post man had brought me a rather large letter from the hospital with my op date.  It's 2 nd November but don't worry guys I'll do a Charles and go out just after midnight on the 2nd and then in the days after the op I shall walk my mile. But before then I have the Salisbury half marathon on the 28th October to get my teeth into

Charles: Day 312/365 - Dodge them cars day

A lunchtime run on an old favourite route that involves me dodging traffic as I cross a busy dual carriageway. Enjoyed the run but felt tired from the offset. I felt okay when I was finished and could've ran a lot further but work got in the way of that

The details of day 312 can be found at Day 312/365 challenge

Days 71 - 73 by Pljrun

Was going for a lunchtime run but instead had an over running board meeting ! So just ran the basic three miles at home instead.

Day 73 - A homely 3 mile by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Back to work today, needed to go to the bank so took the oportunity to run in and back, plus a bit to make over three miles. Might do this again as need to pay in money most days.

Day 72 - To the bank and back by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Was going to do the Shepton 10k today but not too good this morning. By late afternoon feeling better so ran the Langport 10k instead. Must admit have felt better during a run!!

Day 71 - 10K Sunday run by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 308 to 311/365 - Does CxWorx work?

All the runs were just variations of the usual daily grind. Still feeling sore but getting stronger with every run, I think.

Went to a gym class called CxWorx that is supposed to be a 30 minute intense workout of the core muscles. All the class seemed to do was give me a good stretch because the weights were too light and the elastic band thingy wasn't strong enough to give me enough resistance. I enjoyed the class and think it will help strengthen the core muscles if I can get a heavier weight and stronger band (or even 2 bands together). I'll go again after I get beck from my holibags :)

The details of day 308 can be found at Day 308/365 challenge
The details of day 309 can be found at Day 309/365 challenge
The details of day 310 can be found at Day 310/365 challenge
The details of day 311 can be found at Day 311/365 challenge

Day 84/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 84/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Boy o boy was i sore this morning but i got out there and did my mile slowly and softly !

day 83/365 My First Marathon by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

day 83/365 My First Marathon by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
This was the first year for this race so when i googled the toughest uk marathon it didnt show up !!
But as i soon discovered from seasoned marathon/trial runners it was the toughest.
The hills were extreme and brutal the bog stank !!
The feed stations and marshalls were brilliant and the best thing about the event was the support from other runners as we passed each other with high 5's.
I must shout out mike who ran with me from mile 3 and kept me going to the end we had to walk the hills as there was no way we could run them.
Now i'm home id like to thank all the challenge guys and girls for your support as the thing i'm proud to say is 'I'M A MARATHON RUNNER' got the sore nipples,black toe nails to prove it

Day 70 - A doggy 3 miler by Pljrun

Took the two springers on a short run to get them used to running, always took the border when he was young er. They are slowly getting used to it, no bramble stops today but did let them cool off in the river after 1.5 miles, it was a bit hot. Then off again ended up just over three miles and shall try a bit further next time.

Day 70 - A doggy 3 miler by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 69 - A 21 miler around the levels by Pljrun

Went for a new 20 miler around the levels today, went a bit wrong so it became over twenty one miles. Having said that it was a very interesting run in the company of Paul from the club, he is doing Berlin in a couple of weeks and needed a long run. Weather was ideal cool at the start and did not get too hot all morning, ended up missing a right turn (even though we had a map of the route) asked someone where we were and found ourselves in Shepton Beauchamp. Quick look at map and then headed off to Barrington and way home. Nice route for a run, will do again.

Day 69 - A 21 miler around the levels by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 82/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 82/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Today the day before the big day and I'm a little nervous but only a little !
I set out to do my mile but as I was thinking about my dad who passed away 2 years ago today my mind was elsewhere and I found myself in the next village of Long Sutton which is a mile away so I just ran back slowly.
Well the next update should be good see you all very soon

Nicky: Day 26 Knole Rd

Untitled by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Did a Charles this evening! 2miler at midnight as I wont have time Saterday for a daytime run. Few people coming out the pub thought I was nuts. Head lamp was already packed so I popped down the Knole Rd (very quiet) in the pitch dark. No cars, moon, street lamps - no nothing!!
Warm pleasant evening for it though.

Charles: Day 307/365 - knee before me

One word for tonights run - OUCH!! I was fine until about 3k in and I felt a twinge in my knee that made the run very sore. Soft ground running for me this weekend :)

The details of day 307 can be found at Day 307/365 challenge

Day 81/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 81/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
A hot weekend for my marathon I think !!!
Today I just ran slowly back from the local school just to do a different mile.
I have had thoughs about my icd as in it wont be till after xmas i hope and i can manage a slow run as long as i dont move my left arm too much. So now its the waiting game Yay !!

Nicky: Day 25 Upton Loop

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Stunning stunning morning. I spotted Peter our with Paul (from our running club) doing his 20miles. I was in the car Pete - waved furiously but you were in deep running concentration. You were on the main road between Long Load & Martock!!  I did 2.5m :D!! Chilly start but boy it was warm after a half mile or so!
I have an early start tomorrow morning as have to be in Taunton to catch my train to Gretna Green at 07:50. Dont really want to do my 2m as soon as I get up there so may just head out at midnight. You will have to wait for my next posts (in a weeks time) as I will be trotting my way down from Gretna to N.Wales on the Trans Britain Ultra. Hmmmmm!

Nicky Days 22-24 Amsterdam

Day 22: Amsterdam circuit by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

In Amsterdam for 3 days with work. Lovely & sunny & warm too. Dont get too much free time, but popped out with my colleague Ian for 2m minimum. Dangerous business as it seems pedestrians have no rights in this city. Nearly got mowed down by bicycles & trams more than once. All good fun though. Really enjoyed the trot albeit a slow one.

Day 23: Amsterdam zig zags by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

This was more of a walk than run due to work & time. Had to do a team building exercise around the city which finished up with dinner. Again, trams & bikes are a major hazard. Still enjoyed the fresh air & sights (some quite interesting!!)

Day 24: Amsterdam trot & flat battery! :( by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

This is a frustrating one. Early start with meetings. Finished at 3:30 & bus back to airport at 5:30 with no opportunity to shower. Couldnt really go for a run so my colleague & I decided to go for a swiftish stroll. My blinking battery failed on me after 1.5m although I assure you we did around 2.5m. Again, very slow due to the dodging of wheels! Nice & warm again though. Really lovely city, but a shame our hotel no where near anywhere green!!!

Thought you might like to see 2 piccies from Amsterdam! The sensible one out running & a wild night out with colleagues in the red light area! Prostitute behind first door hiding behind her curtain!

Marg: Day 302/365 Challenge - forgot to highlight my day 300!

Very tired tonight. It was hard to get out the door and hard to keep going! Forgot to mention in my last blog that I had hit the 300 day milestone a couple of runs back. Yeah!!

Day 302/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Marg: Day 298-301/365 Challenge - usual haunts with a bit of a twist

Post the 1/2 Mara, runs were hard to get into. These runs we're in and around Smokey Ridge, Foster Grove and Cool Creek North.
Day 298/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 299/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 300/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 301/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Marg: Day 297/365 Challenge - Indy Women's 1/2 Marathon.

Went in the Indianapolis Womens's 1/2 Marathon on Saturday. I had been feeling a bit unprepared as I had not really been doing enough long runs. This was reflected in my splits. I started well and them gradually got slower and slower. Despite that I ran all the way and made a PB by 11 seconds! The rain held off and a really enjoyed it!

Day 297/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 68 - An early four miler by Pljrun

Making the most of the weather, few more jobs still to do so only four miles today nice route and a nice cool chill in the air. A nice time of year to run, cool mornings here again, autumn on its way the only bad thing is it gets dark too quickly!

Day 68 - An early four miler by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

DAY 67 - Just the three today by Pljrun

Still on holiday and lots of gardening still to do so only the three today, doing twenty on Friday so saving myself for that as well.

DAY 67 - Just the three today by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 306/365 - Lunch time running

A lunch time run at work and a very slow one at that. I think today has proven to me that no matter how painful running is, it's a mind over matter as to how you deal with it and grind it out. The pain wasn't as bad today as it was in the last 2 days. The saving grace is that today was a lot cooler than it has been and a strong wind helped to keep me from over heating. Roll on winter :)

The details of day 306 can be found at Day 306/365 challenge

Day 80/365 A hospital check-up!! by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 80/365 A hospital check-up!! by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

This morning I had my annual Defib Check-up and I knew after six years and running for a year that they would be asking questions. My check-up would normally take ten mines but today it took an hour! Basically my battery is getting low and this means in a few months I will need a small op to replace and upgrade the device which might entail me having the ICD leads to be replacing which is a bit worse as it takes longer to recover as the leads have to embed themselves in to the heart. Now I'm hoping that I won’t need the leads replaced as this could mean an early end to my challenge :( but all I can do is to wait and see what happens. My chest will be bruised after the op so the mile will be the only option for me. I just hope this is all done after October the 28th as that’s my next bigger race the Salisbury Half Marathon.

Hey for once I've had something interesting to put up.

Peace out

Day 79/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 79/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Once again Im here doing my blog update.
Wednesday night was the last in the monthly medal our 10km time trial. I set out to just get around as the marathon is on Sunday but i felt awesome despite the 8.5 mile run on tuesday, for most of the course I was out on my own only with a distant view of runners ahead but needless to say as i had a mile to go I noticed i could beat my previous mothtly medall time but not my PB of 46:10 for the same route but as i got near the finish i was met a colin one of our good strong runners who was shouting me up the last 100 meters and i dug deep and got to the finish with a time of 46:10 !!! BOOM

Charles: Day 305/365 - I need new knees

The same problem as yesterday with the sore back but my knees were also killing me. I put it all down to my trainers because they're completely shot. I'll have to hobble on until I can get a new pair at the end of next week

The details of day 305 can be found at Day 305/365 challenge

Days 56,57,58 and 59 by Sallycinn

Had to do my run before work today as I'm going to cinema tonight to see Total Recall with Sam :)  Getting up at 6.15am is no laughing matter - but had no choice so did it.  Very pleased I made the effort. Bit stiff from yesterday.
Friday 59 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

My run home after my first ever crossfit session - good god - what a shock to the system.  My legs ached so much!  Enjoyed it though and will be back for more.
Day 58  by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

A short run home from work - tired after the weekend and couldn't wait to get home and chill out.
Days 57 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

With Phillie on her usual lap around the streets of Glasgow. Very nice.
Day 56 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 304/365 - Who needs a back anyway?

A slow run with a sore lower back and painful right hip so I popped a few pain killers and got on with the task in hand

The details of day 304 can be found at Day 304/365 challenge

Day 66 - Another new three miler by Pljrun

Just a short run today, took dogs for walk and have lots of gardening planned so thought I would try something new and quick. Nice run to Wearne and then to Combe and back home along the river to give me 3.15 miles am finding lots now to vary my winter runs.

Day 66 - Another new three miler by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 73-78/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 73/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 74/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 75/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 76/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 77/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 78/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Hi guys hope your all well. Now in on the taper ready for Sundays big day.
I've been getting alot of support from around the globe as 18 months ago I could not run 250 meters and Sunday i undertake my biggest challenge to date. I just hope I do you all proud.

Nicky: Day 21 Interval training

Nicky: Day 21 Interval training with club juniors by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Pleasant evening doing speed work with club juniors (and seniors). Found it pretty tough this evening. Legs felt heavy & sluggish, but still enjoyed it.

Charles: Day 301 to 303/365 - On the long and winding road

Not really got a lot to say about these runs except that I'm officially knackered and feeling it in the legs. The good news is that I'm on the finishing straight to day 365 :)

The details of day 301 can be found at Day 301/365 challenge
The details of day 302 can be found at Day 302/365 challenge
The details of day 303 can be found at Day 303/365 challenge

Day 65 - 65 down only 300 to go !! by Pljrun

Day 65 done thats the odd bit only 300 to go ! Another day off  today so went for one of my favourite routes 8.5ish miles with some nice hilly bits around Upton, Pitney and back to Langport. Weather was nice and warm and roads reasonably traffic free. Enjoyed it very much a nice run.


Day 65 - 65 down only 300 to go !! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Days 53 to 64 - Pljrun catch up after Grandchildren babysit and BOS!!

Having tidied up the Battle of Sedgmoor 10k organisation and getting over race day we then had the company of three grandchildren for a week. All very young, also very good but time is a premium. So now to catch up. Had a couple of new runs as well as many routine ones. Went on a Chip delivery run (race chips that is), tried a run with my two springers, interesting that was as well. Took a prospective new club member on a steady three miler they seemed to enjoy and could be back, we shall see. Also managed to get in a club run through the local shooting range up in Aller ridge woods, nice and muddy but fun. Been trying to show Pete the route for a while but range has been in use. All the details are below:-

Day 64 - Sunday club run muddy but fun ! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 63 - A new month Same local run by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 62 - End of second month and a dog run by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 61 - Variation on a theme ! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 60 - A club run New Member by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 59 - Tuesday run deliver Chips !! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 58 - A new 3.3 mile course by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 57 - Bowdens again by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 56 - Risk assessment of the BOS 10k by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 55 - Local 3.28 around Bowdens by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 54 - Basic 3 miler by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 53 - New 3.4 mile run local to home by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 292a/365 Challenge. by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

I have been doing a lot more exercise this week as I was going with the kids on some of the exercises for the day that they are doing for their challenges and also getting my runs in. Have not convinced then yet to just come for a run with me!

Just a run out to Gray Rd and back, however I was feeling pretty stiff and stopped at the 1 mile mark to stretch. I accidently ended the run record instead of pausing it, hence the run is just over my minimum but is in two parts
Day 292a/365 Challenge. by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 292b/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Four miler while Buzz was at soccer training this week, on the Hagan Burke Trail and around the footy fields.
Day 293/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Pretty tired, just the minimum out to Gray Rd and back
Day 294/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Do not feel very prepared for the Women's 1/2 Marathon on the weekend and I ran a "Charles Special" (one run just before midnight and none run just after midnight)to give myself a full days break before the run. Weather continues to be very nice, however we are expecting big storms this weekend as Issac makes its way inland.
Day 295/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 296/365 Challenge by margcurtis13 at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 20 Rainy Upton Loop

Nicky: Day 20 Upton Loop by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Back from a fun weekend away & guess what? Yes, its raining again in Somerset!!! Not cold at all so popped out for my 2m minimum before getting stuck into cooking, ironing & getting my backpack packed for next weeks little camping jaunt!!

Nicky: Day 19 Richmond Park, London

Nicky: Day 19 Richmond Park, London by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Only the bear minimum today as we are heading from London to Kent for a BBQ at my sisters, then to my Mums where we are staying & an engagement party tonight.
Chilly morning but loads of runners & cyclists out and about in the park. Such a fab place to excercise. Again, plenty of stags relaxing on the grass.

Nicky: Day 18 Royal Victoria Dock, London

Nicky: Day 18 Excel London by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Arrived at Excel early for our paralympic day. Due to meet a friend at 10:30. Decided to go for a 2m toddle around Royal Victoria Dock! Sunny but very chilly & windy. Pleasant place to run if you need to live in a big city.
Paras was great: saw judo, power lifting & sitting volley ball. So much admiration for these amazing athletes! Such fantastic crowd support with full arenas too. Humbling!!!

Nicky: Day 17 Richmond Park, London

Nicky: Day 17 Richmond Park, London by knickerscat at Garmin Connect - Details

Up to London & Kent for a long weekend as we have tickets for paralympics tomorrow. Staying with ma-in-law in New Malden (near Richmond Park), so popped into the park for 4m. Lovely evening - stags everywhere which are totally non-plussed about Alf & I running literally right next to them! Hilly little run but most enjoyable. Will come back to the park on Saturday with camera!

Jack: Still here!

Hey guys. Just incase you thought I had given up on the challenge I thought I should give a quick update! I am still going strong and have all of my runs stored on my Garmin. I believe I must be at around day 70 now (although it should be around 130!!) The reason I have disappeared off the radar is that I moved flat and have had no internet access since the move! I will try to get my blog updated asap but it may just be a long list of links! Hope everyone is going strong and I will keep you posted on my progress. I did score a new 5k pb yesterday at parkrun of 17.08 so all this running is paying off!

Sallycinn Days 51 - 55 with a run round Strathclyde Loch in Glasgow - beautiful

After work - tired today so just minimum :)
Day 51 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

Went up the downs to do my run as it's sunny now and has stopped raining. Did a gentle mile then did some 30 sec intervals - ran on grass which was wet and boggy - got muddy and loved it - such a good way to switch off from work.
Day 52 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

After my first run I felt like doing it again! Hurrah!!! Rained a little but was very refreshing.
Day 52 part 2 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

Just a mile after work - was going out after with a friend from work for a couple of drinks so didn't have time to go home.
Day 53 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Detail

Had to dash home straight after work in order to a) get the run in b)have a shower and get a taxi to the airport before 6pm when my taxi arrived to take me to the airport.  Having a weekend in Glasgow to see a good friend from Madrid. Very excited. :)
Day 54 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

A run with Phillie and Matts around Strathclyde Loch.  It's not far from the centre and is a great place to go running. It's just under 4 miles and I'm very envious.  Would love a loch to run around in Bristol.  Warm morning and felt good. Lots of runners out and about.  Loved it. :)
Day 55 run around Strathclyde Loch in Glasgow by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details