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Rainy but warm - what a pleasure!!
87/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
88/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

Pete Day 274 - Sunday club run NOT by Pljrun

Should have been club run morning, but felt totally out of it so left run till later on. Went for a mid morning run but honestly did not feel like it, nothing left in legs ! got Taunton Marathon next weekend, not very hopefull for a good time. Just seem to have lost mojo at moment, need to charge the batteries I think, pasta week ahead.

Pete Day 274 - Sunday run 4.8 miles of ugh!!! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 90/365 - Another 8.5 miles

8 and a half mile training run. My dad followed me on his bike so at least I had company on today but I have to admit I still prefer being picked up by Michelle after a long run and she drives me home via the cafe to get something to eat :)

Run details - Day 90/365 challenge

90/365 Easter Sunday 10 miles by Big Kev

90/365 Easter Sunday 10 miles by Big Kev

Well surprise, surprise another sub zero start but at least we had the sunshine with us as well this morning. As most of the group are tapering for one race or another it was nice to all be together to the end (well all but one) of today's 10 miler.

The month is at an end so it's time for some totals. I have covered 143 miles this month in 18:19:23 which bring the running total (excuse the pun) to 413 miles in 53:56:55.

It's been another month of firsts and far to many to mention them all in one go, some of not though are a new Park Run 5k PB, my longest run since Bristol half last year and the coldest March since 1946 (allegedly as I wasn't there myself). My thanks again go to my supportive family, kind sponsors and followers through social media.

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Big Kev

89/365 New PB at Park Run 5k by Big Kev

89/365 New PB at Park Run 5k by Big Kev

After yesterday's hilly run I had said to myself that I would go easy, who am I kidding!! Oh yeah myself as everyone else knows me better.

I love Park Run and the Ashton Court event, it is almost 2 years old and I have had a side bet with myself that I would try and get a PB this year. My PB had been 20:02 and a sub 20 minute run has been on my card for almost as long as it has been going. With a lighter week with regards to miles I am sure it made the difference and I now the very proud owner of a 19:55 5K. No whilst this did not challenge for the lead and that I have run the 5K distance faster elsewhere, no other 5K is as challenge (in my opinion) or as breathtaking (quite literally) from the top of Ashton court.

With the run done, finished and packed away by 9:30am the rest of the day has been for the family. My Sister and her lovely family came in for lunch and then we visited my as lovely Aunt Anne who is still fighting and laughing in St Peters hospice in Bristol. She is one of the reasons why I am out running everyday and she had nothing but good words to say about the support she has had from everyone around her, especially the Macmillan Nurses.

Please give generously if you can as they do everyday.

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Big Kev

88/365 5 miles off piste in the woods by Big Kev

88/365 5 miles off piste in the woods by Big Kev

Good Friday run was dictated by me, not the weather, not the time I finished work and not the plans already made. I didn't need to be back somewhere or finish something off before bed (for a change). So off piste running in the daylight was in order. I am so lucky, as from where I live I have so many trails and paths to run. I headed away from Abbots Leigh and towards the hills and steep trails in between here and Failand.

With no rain over the last few days it was fairly safe underfoot and the views were exciting. I will certainly be using this route again over the coming weeks, might put the real trail shoes on next time.

More than happy to share it as well.

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Big Kev

Pete Day 271 to 273 - Three days to cath up on by Pljrun

Three runs to catch up on nothing special, one lunchtime run, a quick trip to Bowdens and back followed today by a run around most of the 10k route, but it was a bit cold so cut it short. Never mind summertime starts tonight !!!

Pete Day 273 - A Saturday morning pre shopping 5.6 miler by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Pete Day 272 - Bowdens and return 3.1 miler by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Pete Day 271 - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Pete Day 270 - Two runs today cold and even snowy ! Pljrun

Two runs today, a cold standard lunchtime run followed in the evening by a run round the 10k route, although the watch only registered 5.7m of it. It was snowing from start to finish, thanfully it was dissapearing as fast as it landed. Good run though, enjoyed it.
Pete Day 270b - Club run miles by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Pete Day 270a - Standard lunchtime 3.3 mile run by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 89/365 - Another 5 miles

Another 5 miles in a blizzard. Bored with all this crap weather now!!

Run details - Day 89/365 challenge

Angie - Day 88 - Helme/Blackmoorfoot - 6.6 miles

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Wow although really cold the sun was actually out. Had forgotten what it looked like :-) Ventured out of Meltham for the first time in about 10 days. Couldn't believe how much snow there was. At one point running along a lane and the snow was approx. 8/9 feet high either side, amazing. Got a busy weekend so will be a couple of short runs but hoping to get out again for a longer one on Easter Monday.

Angie - Day 87 - 2.5 miles

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Managed to get out in the daylight so went for a bit further. Weather permitting going to try and do a longer run tomorrow.

Angie - Day 86 - 1.3 miles

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Going out tonight so just managed a minimum run.

Charles: Day 87 & 88/365 - Happy Days!

Day 87 was a fast-ish 5k (for me anyway) and day 88 was a 17 mile training run. Considering that I could barely walk 5 weeks ago, I'm totally delighted that I managed to run 17 miles without stopping (except to get across roads). Mega chuffed!!

Run details - Day 87/365 challenge
Run details - Day 88/365 challenge

Might be time for the...

2 mile minimum. Shall see - if the winter weather is actually finished it is a likely addition to my summer running.
86/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

87/365 Leigh Woods 5K by Big Kev

87/365 Leigh Woods 5K by Big Kev

So yesterdays deadlines turned into today's appointments. This therefore made for a very early start and today's run has been forced in between lots of time spent at the computer. Guess what? I am back at the computer again, another note to self, over the next few days spend more time away from the computer rather than in front of it.

It would be nice to do some visiting over the weekend as someone is very poorly who needs all our support, lets hope we can.

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Big Kev

86/365 A very late but fast 5K by Big Kev

86/365 A very late but fast 5K by Big Kev

With deadlines not budging something had to give, so today's run was squeezed in at almost the end of the day. With things still to do I didn't hang around especially as the last mile is uphill! I am pleased with any sub 21 min 5K so considering the build up to it I am very happy.

I have made a note to self, that I must make sure I run earlier rather than later in the day, as running late brings its own stresses are are not to be repeated.

I think I saw the sun through the snow showers today, but I may have been mistaken.

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Big Kev

Joy to run again

I have never been so keenly aware of the weather prior to my commitment to run every day. This morning I woke at 5am to a 44 degree windless morning and for one of few times this winter it was, once again, a joy to run - to be outside. I feel like I could breath today! Looking forward to another and if the weatherman is correct (ha ha) I would be waking to temps in the 60's this weekend!
85/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

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78/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
79/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
80/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
81/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
82/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
83/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
84/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 85 & 86/365 - The calm before the storm

Another 2 training runs. All good for the 17 miler on Friday morning but dreading it cos I've never run that far in my life before

Run details - Day 85/365 challenge
Run details - Day 86/365 challenge

85/365 Leigh Woods Loop 5K by Big Kev

85/365 Leigh Woods Loop 5K by Big Kev

What a productive day today has been, work, family and friends have all helped with making today noteworthy. The hard work at work is paying off, family are rallying round those that need their support and friends are getting some good karma pay back. The one chink in all this is that someone in the family is having to fight just a little bit harder than they can, just to be with us. We all send our love and we all wish you well, never every give up, as we won't give up on you.

For those that can help with my sponsorship please do, as every penny counts and make a real difference when it really matters.

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Big Kev

84/365 Downs to Home fast 5K by Big Kev

84/365 Downs to Home fast 5K by Big Kev

It was a quick dash home from work, a quick change and an even quicker run home as Tina was dropping James back to his home, so I grabbed a lift on the outward leg. I much prefer point to point running as it nice to feel that every step forward is one closer to home.

I seemed to get into my stride really quickly and before I knew it I was on for a PB, not the ideal conditions for it, not the ideal planing or even the ideal route for it. So when I turned the corner to home to find that this is the quickest 5K this year I was pleasantly surprised.

Running clears the head and focus the mind like no other activity I have done, so I am up for the rest of this challenge, one day at a time.

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Big Kev

83/365 Downs to Home 6.5 Miles by Big Kev

83/365 Downs to Home 6.5 Miles by Big Kev 

Well after the panic of Saturday and the Forest of Dean being postponed, one message to facebook was all that was need to get organised for today. The supportive ladies of GWR rallied around as it was Cat Mills birthday and the trip to FOD was also meant to be a bit of a jolly. So with a time and distance agreed we all set off into the cold. I had for the first mile anyway, got used to being outside in the cold this year, but turning into the wind reminded me that wind chill really does mean chill! With intermittent stops to regroup I made my own executive decision to cut the run short, especially as I was only a mile from home when I made the choice. I remember coming into the warm and instantly getting an ice cream headache and taking the next hour to recover. With no time to sit on my laurels it was back out in the cold to collect the laptop after it had allegedly been fixed, only to find out it wasn't ready and wouldn't be ready until Monday!

Some days you should just stay inside! Oh I almost forgot can't do that on this challenge.

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Big Kev

Angie - Day 85 - 1.5 miles

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Had to work from home due to the weather. Went to post a letter so just ran to the post office and back. Nothing exciting to report. Still very cold and slippery. However on a positive note only 15 days until I reach treble figures, yippee :-)

Angie - Day 84 - Another run in the snow - 2 miles

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Once again really thankful for my yaktrax, would have struggled the past few days without them. They are talking about the weather remaining cold/snow flurries well into Easter now. How depressing! Really had enough of it. Can't wait to be able to go for a decent run without the fear of slipping etc.

Pete Day 269 - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler, again cold ! by Pljrun

Just another standard run, again it was bitter in the wind. Really getting fed up now.
Pete Day 269 - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler, again cold ! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Karl: Day 246-348 - 18 days to go

The last few days have just been my usual short 3k runs as I have been really busy.

Today I am planning a 10k.

Pete Day 267 & 268 - Sunday, Monday runs in the cold by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Another couple of days done and dusted, must admit it's getting a little depressing all this cold running. I know here in Somerset we are perhaps lucky (we have no snow) but it is still cold, never mind summertime starts on Sunday !!!!! someone needs to quickly tell spring before it misses itself ! Last year we had a heatwave and no summer, maybe this year we may have a nice long summer, nothing wrong in dreaming !!

Pete Day 268b - Club speed training 2.8 plus ! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Pete Day 268a - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler, again cold !! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Pete Day 267 - Sunday morning run 7 very cold miles by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 84/365 - Eight miles

The first run was with the intermediate group of the running club and the second run was on my own to make up a total marathon training run of eight miles. That leaves me 2x4 milers and a 17 miler left to do this week (+ the 3k minimums in between).

Run details - Day 84/365 challenge - Part 1
Run details - Day 84/365 challenge - Part 2

Charles: Day 82 & 83/365 - Birthdays Weekend :)

Day 82 was a minimum distance run to get my hair cut before going away for the weekend to a Murder Mystery night for my 45th birthday to Crianlarich Hotel. I love the area and would've ran part of the West Highland Way on day 83 but there was too much snow and it was freezing cold with a wind chill of about -12 degrees celsius. Instead I ran a minimum 2 miles up a woodland trail and love love loved it. The yaktraxs are absolutely brilliant and I didn't slip in the snow and ice once.

Run details - Day 82/365 challenge
Run details - Day 83/365 challenge

A few weeks pics

Angie - Day 83 - 1.6 miles

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No more snow overnight but very icy under foot. Disappointed couldn't do a longer run this weekend but hopefully this is the last of the bad weather....

Angie - Day 82 - Lots and lots of snow - 1.3 miles

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Well in the 8 years I've lived in the Holmfirth region never seen so much snow! Neighbours were out trying to clear the road so I had to explain re the challenge as they were looking at me as if I was mad :-) Yaktrax certainly helped but it was really hard work on the legs, feel so sorry for people around here who are marathon training as they will be having to do their longest runs at the moment.

Day 279/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 279/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
A year has passed since I last ran this event. And the weather was freezing this year but I had plenty of good layers on. I was aiming to beat last years time which was 1:56 and my PB for a half marathon was 1:51 at Salisbury but this time i wanted a PB so I went out and smashed my way around and got 1:36 !!! Amazing now all that remains to do is do London and finish and enjoy

Day 278/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 278/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Just my mile this morning

Day 277/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 277/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
little longer run today in prep for the half marathon on sunday

Pete Day 265 and 266 - The long and short by Pljrun

Two runs to catch up on, ran home from work yesterday, my last long run before Taunton Marathon. Must admit at 14 miles I was very wet and very cold, called into North Curry Post office for a bar of comfort food !! Couldn't even get my gloves off to get my money out, when I did I dropped it all and couldn't pick it up. Felt like giving up but a bar of choccy later got going again. Must admit it was one of my least enjoyable runs home, when is the weather going to get warmer? At least it's not snowing like other parts of the country.

Today was just a standard 3 miler to Bowdens crest and back home via Tescos to get the breakfast bread.

Pete Day 266 - Standard 3 miles to Bowdens and back by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Pete Day 265 - Run home from Wellington a very wet 22.5 by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Pete Day 264 - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler in the rain by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Two runs again today, standard lunchtime run in the rain and cold wind, followed by a small run around town with Theresa, she is new to running and I said I would help her out. Give her due she even came out on a cold wet evening.
Pete Day 264b - training run/walk by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Pete Day 264 - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler in the rain by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

82/365 Leigh Woods loop 5K by Big Kev

82/365 Leigh Woods loop 5K by Big Kev

A friend of mine is a nutritionist and one of his posts yesterday commented on the fact that over the last 12 months of all the people he has tested for vitamin D all but 3 were deficient. No great surprise there as I have almost forgot the last time I saw the sun!

The run today was taken at a relatively easy pace as I am preparing for tomorrows Forest of Dean Half. The forecast is for snow all day in Coleford!

So as I typed the last line I thought I had better check the organisers website and I am gutted, the race has been postponed due to the weather conditions. Something about runners safety and wind chill of -9. Then I remembered that normal people haven't been out running every day for the last 82 days! So phone calls and texts need to be sent and plans reorganised to see what the running plans are for tomorrow. I am guessing a long run with the marathon group around Bristol might be in order.

One more special mention to my Aunt Anne who is in hospital today, keep on fighting and we all send our love. 

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Big Kev

81/365 Out and back in Leigh Woods 5K by Big Kev

81/365 Out and back in Leigh Woods 5K by Big Kev

A very welcome end to a very busy and productive week. With all that's going on around with work, family and friends I am happy to be blogging at the start of the weekend. My thoughts go out to family that have lost someone close, to new business acquaintances who are finding it tough and to all the people working hard to raise awareness and funds for other less fortunate than themselves.

The grips of the weather seem to have skirted around Bristol so far, so I was lucky again to be out in the dry for this mornings run. The trails on our doorstep are a real pleasure to run at any time of day or night and I was happy to be on them this morning. The leg feels fine even after the quick turnaround from last night and feels OK for Sunday. It would be nice to attempt a Park Run at Ashton Court tomorrow, but the call of the duvet maybe just too strong, lets see what tomorrows blog brings.

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Big Kev

Jack: Day 271-275/365...Easy short ones.

This week has been horrifically busy at work. I have had essays handed which have required an incredible marking turnaround and also observed lessons to prepare for. I have also received my first job interview for a position starting in August which means I have been manically trying to revise different elements of the curriculum and practice my interview technique. All in all it has been a tough week and fitting in my run has been a challenge. I have managed to squeeze most of these in before school however I did indulge myself by skipping my morning run on Friday to allow myself a lie in bed until 6am. Luxury! Do not worry though I did the run after school instead (with a couple of kilometres tagged onto the end for good measure!).

A worrying prospect just now is the weather! This evening's run took place as a gentle snowfall drifted from the heavens. I thought we had seen the last of the winter and was just about ready to settle in for a nice couple of months spent running in the sunshine! Nightmare!

271 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details
272 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details
273 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details
274 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details
275 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 79 to 81/365 - Loving it :)

My mojo is definitely back after doing about 50 miles in a week. I have my love of running back, but I hate it at the time :)

Run details - Day 79/365 challenge
Run details - Day 80/365 challenge
Run details - Day 81/365 challenge

Angie - Day 81 - 1.5 miles in the snow

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Yes the white stuff is back and lots of it :-( on a positive note means I can wear my yaktrax again. Was hard work as blowing a blizzard and I ran most of the time with my eyes half closed. Due to snow all day and tomorrow so unlikely to get a long run in this weekend. Nevermind, got to get warmer soon plus 4 weeks tomorrow off to Spain for a week so hopefully can have some warmer runs then :-).

Angie - Day 80 - 1.2 miles plus 3 miles gym

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Second trip to the gym this week... 3 miles on the cross trainer but 40 seconds slower than Monday (20.42). 2 miles on bike plus some weights. Going out for tea so just a short trot around the block.

80/365 GWR to home 4 miles by Big Kev

80/365 GWR to home 4 miles by Big Kev

Just a simple run home tonight, the injury has seemed to cleared up so it full steam ahead for Sunday's Forest of Dean Half.

The week is coming to a close and with the planning earlier in the week I am still standing and somehow feeling good. Just had a fab dinner and looking forward to a little bit of down time before I work on my next business report.

Day 80 is something I never thought I would see, so very pleased with tonight's efforts.

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Big Kev

Day 276/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 276/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Just my run from work. Feeling a bit stiff today so taking it steady ill the half marathon on Sunday which I hope to do well in and try and get a PB

Day 275/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 275/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
A good run with the running club tonight. But I forgot to stop my garmin after the run so miss the last mile I don't think that I could run that fast haha

Pete Day 263 - Two runs today Lunchtime and evening club run by Pljrun

Managed to get two runs in today with my normal lunchtime plod and then with the club in the evening, no youngsters so took the opportunity of running with the grownups ! Nice steady run to Curry and back weather was kind, tried to rain but never got too bad so it was a really nice run.
Pete Day 263b - Club run a steady seven to Curry and back by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Pete Day 263a - Lunchtime 3.3 miler in the sun by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

79/365 Another Early start 5K by Big Kev

79/365 Another Early start 5K by Big Kev

With sanity kicking in and after a very early start yesterday and a particularly late finish the planned breakfast meeting in Gloucester for this morning has been scrapped. This is especially poignant as we are hosting a presentation today and the mind might be willing but the body is tired.

A dry and fresh start this morning and the leg is starting to feel better, so its a good omen for the day ahead.

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Big Kev 

78/365 Gloucester Lunch time Run 5K by Big Kev

78/365 Gloucester Lunch time Run 5K by Big Kev

With the early breakfast meeting at the Tewkesbury Gloucestershire college booked in a lunch time run was scheduled. Still feeling the effects of the tear, a gentle pace was required, well that what the brain says, shame the body keeps ignoring it!

It's so nice to be able to get off the road and on to the cycle tracks so quickly from the office.

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Big Kev 

77/365 Early start to the week 5K by Big Kev

77/365 Early start to the week 5K by Big Kev

Following the 12 miles of yesterday an early start was required as the work schedule is stacking up, in a good way. I most definitely tore something in my lower calf yesterday as the large lump and black bruise that has appeared this morning meant the effort and speed I wanted to but in where affected.

Some more icing and support is required, especially if this coming Sunday's race is to stay on the cards.

This is the first physical hurdle, but it won't stop me.

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Big Kev

Angie - Day 79 - 1.5 miles

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Another busy night as have someone coming around so did a run around the block, albeit a new route :-) Think it will be like this next 2 nights as lots on. Hopefully get out for longer at the weekend.

Angie - Day 78 - 1.6 miles

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A Governors meeting at school meant I could only fit in a short run around the block. So, so cold and starting to snow again...

Karl Day 340 & 341

a short 4k in a snow storm on Monday to get to the Commie pool and a cold but not snowy 6 running back from Drumbrae yesterday.

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76/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
77/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

Pete Day 262 - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler by Pljrun

Another standard lunchtime run, a little overcast but warmer than of late.
Pete Day 262 - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 78/365 - Four miles in SNOW!

Four miles in deep slippery snow. It was freezing cold, still snowing and I did some massive hills. I loved it

Run details - Day 78/365 challenge

Day 274/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 274/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
I set out for 21 miles but I got my sums wrong but when I realised I decided to push hard and I'm pleased with the result. Looking forward to my next race on Sunday the Yeovil Half Marathon. Now the next few days I will be taking things easy.

Day 273/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 273/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Just the old run from work. Not much else to say

Pete Day 261 - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler in the sun !! by Pljrun

Back to the standard lunchtime run, the only difference being the waether was NICE it even felt warm in places, has spring sprung?
Pete Day 261 - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler in the sun !! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Angie - Day 77 - 1.2 miles + 3 miles at gym

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Went to the gym at lunchtime and completed 3 miles on cross trainer (20.02) plus weights and 2 miles on bike. Slow plod around the block tonight as legs very very tired after yesterday.

Charles: Day 77/365 - Blizzard

Another bloody run in a snow blizzard. I am sick fed up of this weather now!!!

Run details - Day 77/365 challenge

Karl: Day 338 & 339

Day 338 was the D33 ultra which turned into brutally unpleasant event and proof again that I don't cope well with the cold. Was reduced to a walk towards the end.
Legs fine after the race though and had a nice 4 k run the day after.

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72/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
73/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
74/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
75/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

Pete Day 256 TO 260 - Catchup and nearly the end !!! by Pljrun

Sunday club run, decided to do the first off road of the year as the river banks have dried out a bit now. Only to find that after all the rain of the weekend had caused the river to overflow in multiple places, so we were running through lots of mini rivers (some not so mini). At least the bank was still reatively firm under foot, only a few muddy patched, great run though, really enjoyed it and will be back out again next weekend.
Pete Day 260 - Sunday club run a nice 9 mile off roader by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Saturday took the dogs out early because it is shopping day as well as rugby, got home after a horrendous hail storm in Bridgwater, sat watched the sport and saw England hammered (men against boys came to mind) then cooked tea and was just about to eat when I realised I had not done my three miles !! shock horror, changed and out. Bought prawn crackers on way home to reduce the pain of a late tea !! Glad I remembered then and not after midnight.
Pete Day 259 - Nearly the END !! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Got Taunton Marathon in a couple of weeks and have not managed a long run for a while so decided to run home from work today. It rained all the way and was quite windy, fortunately most of the time it was behind me until I reached the levels for the last couple of miles. It then became very cold because I was wet and the wind was right accross but once I put on the extra coat I felt a bit better. Still had a good run and am a bit more confident for Taunton.
Pete Day 258 - A very wet 22.5 run home from work by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Could not get my lunchtime run in today forgot my watch, phone was not charged so had to do an evening run to Bowdens and back, dry but a bit nippy.
Pete Day 257 - Bowdens and back 3.1 miles by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
A pleasant club run with good company and nice evening to boot.
Pete Day 256 - Club run, a steady 5.1 miler by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Pete Day 255 - A run in the park at Bedminster by Pljrun

Working at Bristol today so had a quick run around the park in Bedminster, twice around and back to work is just over three miles, a little windy but at least it was dry.

Pete Day 255 - A run in the park at Bedminster by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 272/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 272/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details a good run today I was trying to practice my marathon pace I think it went well.

Day 271/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 271/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Just the old run from work

Angie - Day 76 - Helme/Blackmoorfoot/Netherton - 9.1 miles

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Yippee - longest run of the year so far! Went out with the intention of doing circa 6 miles but as I didn't have anything to rush home for and felt okay extended to 9. Cold but a lovely bright day, may be Spring is coming after all :-)

Charles: Day 74 to 76/365 - Three tough runs

Three more runs and one was a 15 miler. I literally ran out of energy over the last 3 miles and had to walk a fair bit of it. My watch says I burnt over 3200 calories so no wonder I was exhausted but it does show me that I need to work on my nutrition whilst running. The long run was also quite ambitous with the amount of long steep hill climbs that were involved. Knackered but enjoyed it. I'm also struggling with a bad chest cold at the moment that I just can't seem to shake off.

Run details - Day 74/365 challenge
Run details - Day 75/365 challenge
Run details - Day 76/365 challenge

Jack: Day 270/365...Post Deerstalker.

After yesterday's race and party I was dreading heading out for today's run. Having packed up or tents in the rain this morning, and just about dried off on the journey home, all I wanted to do was have a hot bath and get some warm clothes on. Instead I had to throw on my running shoes and head back out in the rain to pound the streets for another 5k. I managed it and came back to a lazy afternoon on the sofa and some well earned lunch!

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Jack: Day 269/365...The Mighty Deerstalker!

After weeks of anticipation, the Mighty Deerstalker event arrived! I traveled down to Peebles in the morning with a few of the guys from work and we managed to arrive and register without too many issues. A fear of the cold resulted in us packing ten sleeping bags (between four of us!) which meant that we were able to pad out the floor of the tent and throw an additional sheet over the top of our sleeping bags - little chance of the cold penetrating this fortress! On the drive down the snow started falling and got heavier and heavier. A thick white blanket formed on the surrounding hills and I couldn't help but think about the icy 'running through the river' section which I had heard so much about. After watching the 5k competitors finish it was only a matter of hours before our own race got underway and so we grabbed some lunch and prepared our costumes. The bull runners of Pamplona were making an appearance in Peebles!

Finally, white costumes on, we made our way to the start line. As we cleared the first obstacle ( a hay bale hurdle) I found myself in 2nd place and feeling comfortable. I was still in second as we approached the first river crossing. This was a jump over a river however I didn't feel I could clear the water and so aimed to land in the water. I came down hard and, having misjudged the depth of the water, plunged under the surface. I felt my knee collide with a rock on the riverbed and I fell quickly forward. As I struggled to climb out the other side my Garmin sunk completely under the mud and began to flash at me. The sharp pain in my knee was agony and for a few yards I considered pulling out. I did not want to ruin my run365challenge however I was determined to finish the race. I lost quite a few places in the aftermath of this jump as my pace suffered due to my sore knee. Eventually however the pain died down and I managed to continue. The hills were the hardest that I have ever encountered and the big scree slope was incredible. I felt my lower back starting to ache as I practically crawled up the scree and I slowly made my way to the top.

The snow and water left the hills, and most of the flat, incredibly slippery. I found the race pretty frustrating as I ended up spending a lot of time on my back-side! The downhill sections were impossible in my running shoes and there were parts that I literally slid down the hill as it was faster and safer! Next year I will definitely invest in a pair of trail shoes if I am to do this race again.

I managed to overtake a few people in the final kilometre as it was a straight run on relatively dry ground. I passed a guy under the cargo net at the finish line and managed to sprint up the final ramp in one to cross the finish line in 19th place.

 The race is billed as being '10km...and the rest' and eventually came in at just shy of 15k. My time of 1hr 42 minutes should show just how hard this race really was! Over the course of the race we climbed 608 metres and I managed an average pace of just under 7 minutes per kilometre. The after party was excellent and, with our generous allowance of sleeping bags, I had a nice cosy sleep in the tent afterwards. Excellent weekend!

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76/365 A new Sunday morning route 12 miles by Big Kev

76/365 A new Sunday morning route 12 miles by Big Kev

Lucy had the choice of routes today, so it was lovely to explore somewhere different. It's a great route so have a look at the Garmin route. The weather was kind and the pace was perfect for having a chat and also for looking around at the surroundings. The only issue is a slight pull to a muscle in my lower left leg, but some icing, rest and a good roast lunch with some lovely company has helped it immensely. A few hours work to do before tomorrow and it will then have been a very productive weekend and I believe we will have accomplished all that we set out to achieve. 

With a very busy week ahead some more constructive planning on when to run is required, but I am sure it will all get fitted in.

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Big Kev

75/365 Isla Powell's 2nd birthday by Big Kev

75/365 Isla Powell's 2nd birthday by Big Kev

What a lovely run in the sunshine this morning. A quick drive down the road to the birthday girl's house for presents and balloons, well I had to blow the balloons up to the delight of Isla. Then after a good catch up chat it was time to be on the road before the rain. It's all up hill to home so I am very pleased with the time all considered.

Already looking forward to tomorrows 12 miler with Lucy. But first the rugby, come on England!

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Happy Birthday Isla.

Big Kev

Angie - Day 75 - Helme - 3 miles

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Oh dear the 2 large glasses of red at the club do last night took their toll this morning :-) Managed a decent run before guests due to arrive. Will try and do a longer run tomorrow!

Angie - Day 74 - 1.2 miles

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Meltham AC Club annual presentation evening so just managed a quick run after work.

Jack: Day 266-268/365...Red Nose Day!

On Wednesday morning I was performing my standard 6:00am shuffle along the main road when I turned a corner to find a beautiful 4x4 up in flames! The car looked almost new and must have only been burning for a couple of minutes when I arrived on the scene. The flames must have been a  good 10ft high and the car was really going! It was fortunate that a car had pulled over at the time of my arrival and the driver called the fire brigade. I continued with my run and saw the flames being extinguished on my return.

Thursday's run was less dramatic and was a simple 5k along the road.

On Friday it was Comic Relief and I had a few things to organise in the morning for school. Namely a change of clothes as I was scheduled to receive a soaking in the 'sponge a teacher for charity' event. I took an absolute beasting (which was made worse by the fact that I forgot to take a change of shoes and so was in my socks). The first half a dozen buckets of warm water were absolutely fine, it was when a bucket of icy cold water appeared out of nowhere that I really got a shock. The load was emptied right over my head and the shock was incredible! Fortunately I managed to contain any expletives and the day ended with no real harm done. We raised a lot of money for charity and so it was all worth it in the end! This evening I had a gentle jog up to Wholefoods and then back to Morrison's in order to prepare a lunch for tomorrow's Deerstalker outing! Exciting times ahead!

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267 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details
268 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details

74/365 Leigh Cout Mansion in the rain by Big Kev

74/365 Leigh Cout Mansion in the rain by Big Kev

After 74 days in and it's the first time I can remember actually being rained on for the entire run, how lucky has that been? Just the minimum 5k covered tonight and the first mile once again covered with Jess, not so certain she enjoyed the rain, but we definitely had a laugh.

The weekend is rushing up a warp speed and there is still so much to do and to be done! Rugby, house viewing, running, longer running, friends birthday celebrations, Sunday lunch with friends and much much more. Oh yeah, and its almost the end of the tax year, so some work will need to be done as well, good times. 

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Well done Comic Relief to make a difference with a smile, genius.

Big Kev

Day 270/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 270/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Again the old run after the lunch shift. But the weather is shit again spring must be here soon.

Day 269/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 269/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Just my old run home after the lunch shift. Still feeling awesome after the ace 5k result

Angie - Day 73 - Club run - 5 miles

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Garmin only records 4.8 miles as forgot to start it again when set off from running club. Luckily only missed about a quarter of a mile. Was really nice to be out with other people as 95% of my runs are usually on my own. Got a busy few days again coming up so will probably only be doing the minimum so was good to stretch the legs.Another month and I'll have reached the 100 day milestone :-)

Charles: Day 73/365 - Cold but good

Felt pretty good in the cold tonight. Another 4 miles of marathon training in the bag so its minimum 3k tomorrow and then 15 miler on Saturday. Dreading it!

Run details - Day 73/365 challenge

Day 268/365 5km Race Street by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 268/365 5km Race Street by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
After my warm up run I wasn't feeling good about the run but then once the race started I got in the zone and smashed myself through the 5k as fast as I could and I must say it felt really good and to get a PB that good is totally amazing and today the day after I'm still feeling fantastic. Previous PB was 22:17 and this PB is 21:46

Day 268/365 Warm up by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 268/365 Warm up by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Just a small warm up run before the 5km race. Just thought I'd log this on the blog to as its over a mile and every little helps

73/365 Exploring from the Gloucester office 5k by Big Kev

73/365 Exploring from the Gloucester office 5k by Big Kev

A day bathed in sunshine and temperature almost in double digits, what is going on with the weather?

Being a working day and just a lunchtime, no large distances are being covered but being a relatively new location lots of routes are offering themselves up. So note to self, when based in Gloucester try and run in the lunch hour (when I get one).

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Big Kev

72/365 GWR 8 Mile route by Big Kev

72/365 GWR 8 Mile route by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

A nice an relaxed club run to report on, as I have one eye on the challenge that is, the Forest of Dean Half Marathon. That said, with a bit of help and encouragement I was still able to push it along the Portway into a biting cold wind. It is so nice to do that, as Bridge Valley road appears on the horizon quicker than normal and then the ascent is over and done with before it plays on your mind too much.

It was also great to grab a pint and some food and catch up with friends while watching the football (wasn't really watching just being polite). The conversations on the run and at the club are all of a similar nature, with the spring marathon season upon us the questions normally lead to, what is your next big run and what time are you aiming for? Whilst these are predictable questions the avoidance techniques now applied to answering them are become far more sophisticated. The best example of this was to run into oncoming traffic to avoid answering! A little to cavalier for my liking.

Still planing for tomorrow has been organised and a lunch time run from the Gloucester office is on the cards. 

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Big Kev

Karl - less than 1 month to go ...

... well 29 days now actually.
But they are going to be big 29 days.
Running the 33 mile D33 Ultra this Saturday.
Running the length of the West Highland Day over 3 days over Easter.
Running the Cateran 55 Ultra route over 2 days on 6/7 April.

Going out with a bang.

And another one gone...

71/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

Angie - Day 72 - 1.5 miles

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Had a governors meeting early evening so set alarm to get up at 6am and run a mile before work. Got up but was so dark and frosty outside got back into bed! Managed to leave work a little earlier and go out before leaving for school. Managed a reasonable pace and enjoyed it despite being very very cold.

Charles: Day 71 & 72/365 - It is baltic

Both runs were in the freezing cold and now I've got a stinking chest cold. Thank you Mr Spring!!

I strangely enjoyed the runs (considering the chest cold) because my hip injury is well on the mend and I'm getting my running mojo back :)

Run details - Day 71/365 challenge
Run details - Day 72/365 challenge

Jack: Day 265/365...100 to go!!!

What a milestone! Finally I have hit the final 100 days of my challenge! It feels as though I can reasonable begin a countdown now. In reality the 3 months that are still to go will drag out I am sure, however for now I will just enjoy the fact that I have reached another target in the list of many. Time to start fundraising and spreading the word...

Some totals so far:

Total distance: 1701.49km

Furthest run:    25.94km

Calories burnt: 122,959

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Jack: Day 264/365...Snow again?!

I woke up this morning and crunched out onto a light layer of snow! That came out of nowhere! According to my phone it was -4C when I made my way out for the run and I was lucky to be wrapped up warm. This was just a quick 5km before school so I got it over and done with!

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Jack: Day 263/365...A longish one!

This was a steady 12 mile run which I took pretty easy. My legs were aching after a pretty intense weekend. On Friday I performed a tough hill session and then Saturday saw me run parkrun in the morning followed by a gym session in the evening. My legs felt heavy but I guess that was to be expected.

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Jack: Day 257-262/365

These were all pretty simple 5km runs which I did before school. I was suffering with a cold throughout the week and so took these nice and steady. I did do one tough hill session to keep a bit of variety in my training and it was brutal! Other than that there was nothing too exciting to report...

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258 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details
259 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details
260 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details
261 by jackarnold87 at Garmin Connect - Details
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19% finished.

70/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

71/365 Leigh Woods and Abbots Leigh 5K by Big Kev

71/365 Leigh Woods and Abbots Leigh 5K by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

A long day at the office was very productive today, but all the while I knew there was a fantastic home cooked meal waiting for me at home. So just the minimum distance tonight and the headtorch also came along for the ride. The trials were far busier than I expected as there were mountain bikes everywhere with lights so bright, they were blinding. 

Nice to keep the miles ticking away and I am looking forward to catching up with Macmillan tomorrow.

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Keep on giving

Big Kev

70/365 Some loops around the woods by Big Kev

70/365 Some loops around the woods by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

With some daylight left and Jess for company on the first mile we explored the trails around our house. It's still a pleasure to be outside, even in the extended winter we are having.

Was a bit of a struggle after Sunday's effort but so worth it.

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Big Kev

Angie - Day 71 - Helme - 3.1 miles

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Another cold one.. nothing exciting to report.

Angie - Day 70 - 3.6 miles

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Was so cold tonight struggled to get my legs to move at the start, but perservered and had a good run in the end :-). The roads and pavements were white, it is really mid March?? Come on Spring....

Karl - Day 333

Another run in the snow yesterday. Lovely along the water of Leith in Edinburgh. Only 7km this time.

Day 267/375 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 267/375 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
I was going for a longer run today but I have a 5km race at street to or row night so instead I did my 11 miler at near to race pace. It was cold but a good run and along the way I was thinking about all the things that have happened since I started the challenge. I've achived a 5 k, 10k, half marathon and a marathon PB I've had a sock to the heart from my icd and a heart op met a girl fell in love. And got a place in The London marathon. Wow. I never thought that I would still be in this challenge it just goes to show you can do anything you set your mind too. So to those who are fresh to the challenge keep going you can do it. Just remember to have a pair of trainers and  your gps watch or whatever you use all the time. I'm looking forward to some time in the future when I can tell the story of my challenge. I could even try and write a book !!

Day 266/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 266/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Today I decided to run after Pilates as I'd taken an extra day off work to spend time with Laura. We had a nice day chillin out .

Day 265/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 265/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
A late run for me on the way back to Laura's after we had a long day at work for Mother's Day. Not much else to say apart from well done to those who did the grizzly today.

Another 2

68/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
69/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

Pete Day 252 to 254 - Three short runs for crazy reasons Pljrun

Before I start, big thanks to Bob for the donation to the cause, much appreciated.  http://www.kidneyresearchukevents.org/Peterun

Back to the lunchtime run today feeling better than yesterday, then I am dressed for it, just as well cause it's cold and windy. Wind chill making it feel damn cold so glad I am only doing the standard 3.3 miles.
Pete Day 254 - A very windy, very very cold lunchtime run by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Sunday club run and a long off roader planned got my shoes out of the car and it all seemed quite pleasant, so put on shirt and shorts and off I went. Reached the river and hit the wind, boy was it cold after 2 miles I was frozen to the core, had to go home and abandon the run, just no energy, so cold. Guess spring is not quite here and that damn cold took more out of me than I thought. Should listen to my own preachings, you can always remove layers but you can't put on what you aint got !!!!
Pete Day 253 - Started as a long off roader, ended at 3.1 miles !! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Went for a cycle run to Drayton and back to Langport about six miles, after two miles Sue got a puncture so I had to run home to get the car. Just managed to pick her up and the heavens opened. So had to cut my run short, only managed 4 miles!
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Pete Day 251 - Late run towards Curry and back.

Late back from Bristol again so just a quick basic 3 miler towards Curry and back, quite warm but not really in the mood. Suffering a bit from feeling tired.
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Charles: Day 70/365 - Only 42 weeks of winter left

That's now 10 weeks of running in winter over with. Now for the next 42 weeks of winter if today's snow storms and freezing temperatures are anything to go by :)

Run details - Day 70/365 challenge

Another Weekend of Runs

66/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details
67/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

69/365 10 Mile trail run. by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

69/365 10 Mile trail run. by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

With Katie home from Uni and also being Mothers Day a good bit of preparation was required prior to today's run. With the girls settled in front of the TV with Game of Thrones series 2 DVD's and the Pork join placed in the oven, I had an hour and half free.

With the Forest of Dean half in a couple of weeks, trail running was the plan. The plan was successful, a good amount of mud, grass and trails with the minimum of tarmac were found. It was great to be out, even it was a little on the chilly side. With 10.5 miles covered I was still able to make it back in time to make the gravy and dish up. In the interlude between episodes, Jess was able to make from scratch the most amazing lemon meringue pie, brilliant!

The legs has felt tired for the last few days, so it good to get to the start of another week. I have another early breakfast meeting tomorrow, so that planning alluded to earlier will be required once again.      

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keep on planning

Big Kev

Charles: Day 64 to 69 - Spring?

Six more runs to add to the collection and I have to say that I'm feeling a lot better after the sports massages and physio sessions. I only wish the weather would warm up now because the last couple of days runs have been in freezing cold drizzle/snow and high winds.

Run details - Day 64/365 challenge
Run details - Day 65/365 challenge
Run details - Day 66/365 challenge
Run details - Day 67/365 challenge
Run details - Day 68/365 challenge
Run details - Day 69/365 challenge

Nicky: Day 209 The Grizzly

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Was sort of looking forward to the race until I saw the weather forecast - rain & snow. The Grizzly is a 20mile isn mainly off road hilly muddy race. I have done it twice before with a previous PB of 4:53. Was hoping for anything under 5 hrs today due to my general fitness level & the soggy boggy muddy conditions that this race was going to have due to the dreadful weather of late.
First .6m is along the pebbly beach which totally saps any strength your legs may have, then followed by a couple of miles of hilly road, a thigh deep river crossing, more pebbles then the trails!  Plentiful & very very muddy. Some of the hills are steep which requires lots of hands on knee pushing followed by fabulous narrow muddy slippery lanes to negotiate - I love these! Have no fear running quickly down them but negotiating the pussy footers is interesting.  Had "the bog of doom" which is thigh deep mud followed by more very slippery hills, another 3/4 mile of pebbly beach hills before the final 2m of hilly roads. I LOVED IT! Finished in 4:05:58 despite the conditions & falling over twice.  Totally surpassed my expectations & I even completed a whole hour ahead of a couple of my running club pals who are usually quicker than me!
I feel great now! Prosecco slipping down easily.

Angie - Day 69 - 1.2 miles

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Mum and gran staying so could only fit in a short run before we were going out for Mothers Day lunch.

Angie - Day 68 - Blackmoorfoot Reservoir - 6 miles

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Really enjoy this route as the first half is mainly climbing but then a welcome descent for the last couple of miles. Was good to do a longer run although once again time constraints meant I couldn't go out for as long as I'd have liked.

Karl: Day 332

Great 27km run in the snow this morning. Tried a bit of something new out with Nutrition. Had bacon and eggs for breakfast and ate one 9bar during the run.
Felt good. 2:40 hrs total time and 550m of ascent.

Day 245 by Sallycinn- Sunday long run

Got up early on a Sunday to get my long run done and be back to spend most of the day with my mum on Mother's Day.  It is sometimes misty on the Somerset Levels, but not today. A nice clear but fresh morning. Still no sign of spring unfortunately.  Hope it comes soon as some warmth will help loads on these early mornings.  Saved the run in 3 parts as worried about the battery dying with no log of the run. Very tired towards the end but luckily Dad came out with me for the last 3 miles and gave me a gel and some water which helped a lot.  Also sawa few people along the way - Cathy from Langport runners and John Cox and his girlfriend Lynne.  Always nice to see people - breaks up the run a bit.

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Jack: Day 256/365...A long one!

Today I decided to set off and treat myself to the longest run of my challenge so far! I stuck some new music on my i-phone, pulled on my favourite running gear and left the flat to explore Glasgow.  I planned on doing a 16 mile run but had no real idea of a route. I knew that I wanted to take some of the route off-road in order to protect my knees and so headed straight for Pollock Park. I completed a nice lap of the park on the grass and then decided to head into town and along the river to see what I could find. I hit the Clyde at around the 12 km mark and so made my way along the riverside for a few kilometres. Once I hit the riverside museum I turned back and targeted Glasgow Green. From here I headed home with a short detour around Queen's Park to ensure I hit my desired mileage. The run was a good one although I the last couple of miles were a struggle. I managed to maintain a strong pace however and was pleased to complete the run in 1 hr 48 mins. This would put me on track for my sub-3 hr marathon come May. It's just the final 10 miles that I have to worry about now!

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Day 264/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 264/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Just the old run back from work. Not much else to say apart from 100 days to go from tomorrow

Day 263/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 263/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
With a bit more time today I went out for the 4 ish mile run even though my legs were still sore but I pushed around the route and had a good stretch after thanks to Laura

Day 262/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 262/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Having rode back from Glastonbury in the morning and my legs feeling like lead I could only just manage my mile it was probably the hardest mile i have done on the challenge so far

Day 261/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 261/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Back to the old club 10 k route but tonight we ran it in around the other way which made it different I pushed hard on this run and just before the end I got a stitch but still got a good time

68/365 Ashton court Trails and home 5k by Big Kev

68/365 Ashton court Trails and home 5k by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

After a very late night a a relatively early morning, it has been difficult to get motivated today. However Tina gave me a swift talking to (thank you) and dropped me off at Ashton Court so I could start a run on the flat for a change. Ashton Court was surprisingly wet and therefore muddy, excellent! A loop around the top and then a short cut across the road and I was heading towards Abbots Leigh Pool and home. On reflection once I got out there I could have gone on for miles, but I will save them for tomorrow as the girls intend on a Game of Thrones TV marathon.

With a marathon on my mind, my thoughts go out to all those training for their spring marathon, as I know you will all be attempting your 20 miles (+) over the coming days, good luck and stay fit.

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Keep focused

Big Kev

Nicky: Day 208 Knole Rd

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Lovely morning for it. Sunnyish & warm. Slow minimal 2miler as have the 20+ mile Grizzly in Devon tomorrow - eek!!

Day 233-244 by Sallycinn

A few runs to blog - my first ever Park Run and a business trip to Rome with some lovely runs. Really enjoying my running at the moment and I have a running holiday in Portugal in a week's time to look forward to. Horrah!!

My first ever Park Run in Ashton Court in Bristol. It's taken me two years to final have the courage to tackle the 1.5mile hill at the beginning of the course. Really enjoyed it and did it with a couple of pals - Joe and Liz. Now I've done it once, want to go back and improve time. I'll beat that hill!! :)
Day 244 - My first ever Park Run :) by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

Minimum distances
Day 243 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 242 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details
Day 241 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

The usual 6 mile loop
Day 240 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

Minimum distance
Day 239 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

Another run in Rome this time to the Vatican with Petra and Matt. Had to cross the river which is beautiful.
Day 238 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details



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And then ran back from Vatican through the city centre. What a lovely run on a Sunday morning. Beats the same old loop round the Downs in Brizzle. :)


Day 237 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details
They say Roma is Amor backwards and it's true - I love Rome!  Another run with a delegate from the conference - Petra.  Again, before breakfast.  Bit faster this time!

Day 236 - a run in Rome by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details
Run around the Colosseum in Rome - amazing. Felt quite emotional seeing it for the first time knowing what went on in there.  A truely mesmerising place. Goes without saying that I loved this run. Met up with everyone at breakfast and they were impressed! :)



First mile was me and the rest I was sitting on the bus - forgot to switch it off!  On my way to Rome and very excited. Packed my running gear of course. :)
Day 235 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

A shuffle to work - legs were tired.
Day 234 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

My usual Tuesday 6 mile run. Not much to report. Was a bit tired.
Day 233 by Sallycinn at Garmin Connect - Details

Angie - Day 67 - 1.2 miles plus 3 miles in the gym

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Managed to get back to the gym for 45 mins at lunch time. Did 3 miles on the cross trainer (20.45), some weights for my arms and then 2 miles on the bike. Really need to go more often it's just finding the time. A steady trot around the block this evening as legs quite tired.

67/365 Reverse Leigh Woods loop 5k by Big Kev

67/365 Reverse Leigh Woods loop 5k by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

Keeping it short tonight as off to pick up Katie at the train station as she is home from Uni for the weekend. The trail run tonight was great around the woods as there wasn't anyone else out there.

Another short one tomorrow as  I am looking forward to a long run around the trails on Sunday, especially as its now only 3 weeks until the Forest of Dean half. 

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Keep on getting muddy

Big Kev

Nicky: Days 200 - 207 All over

Nicky: Day 200 Upton Loop by Nicky.C at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 201 Upton Loop by Nicky.C at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 202 Knole 6m loop by Nicky.C at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 203 Upton Loop by Nicky.C at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 204 Upton Loop by Nicky.C at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 205 Run with Club by Nicky.C at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 206 Cheltenham by Nicky.C at Garmin Connect - Details

Nicky: Day 207 Mud & Upton by Nicky.C at Garmin Connect - Details

Not really a huge amount to say about the above runs. Generally my 2m Upton Loop apart from a couple of slightly longer runs around Knole, Langport & one in Cheltenham when I was away with work. At least the last few days have been dry, altho this evenings run I decided to do a short bit off road in my road shoes - hmmm! bad move!! Its still very muddy underfoot.

And another one gone...

Still doing minimums until the weather gets better. Just don't want to be outside in the morning. It's coming!
65/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

Another Day

64/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

Pete Days 249 and 250 - No lunchtime runs, working in Bristol by Pljrun

First time in a while not managed to run at lunchtime, working in Bristol so had to do just the club run on Wednesday we did the Langport 10k route. Lovely evening, not long now till it's light again. Today was a 1.7 mile run/walk coaching session followed by a 3.6 miler to Curry and back. Rain back again !!

Pete Day 250 - Coaching session followed by wet run, rain again !! by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Pete Day 249 - Club run Langport 10k route by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

66/365 GWR to home, 4 mile 300 miles done by Big Kev

66/365 GWR to home, 4 mile 300 miles done by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

A great milestone tonight 300 miles covered, I am especially pleased as I am not training for a marathon this year and yet the miles just keep on climbing at a surprising rate.

The weather was also surprisingly warm which is such a nice treat when running in the dark. The fund raising continues at a pace and I am looking forward to catching up with the area manager for Macmillan next week. Let's hope I am newsworthy enough for the masses and that the funds can keep on coming.

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Keep on giving

Big Kev

65/365 Traffic, accidents and crazy drivers by Big Kev

65/365 Traffic, accidents and crazy drivers by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

What a crazy, bizarre evening, there was definitely something in the air tonight! it seemed that regardless of being 6"4' wear florescent clothing and in a group of 8 runners, it seemed that every car on the road decided to try and run me over. I have never experienced a night like it and when you are concentrating on keeping up with the group and the traffic, it's safe to say all of your conversational skills go out the window.

It was a relief to get back to the club, and for the first time for a long time I stayed for a pint and caught up properly with my friends. It's also good to sit still and let the legs recover this week. Still another milestone reached, 65 days done 300 to go.

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Keep on counting

Big Kev

Angie - Day 66 - 1.1 mile

Untitled by AAllum20 at Garmin Connect - Details
Dissapointed that had to miss my Thursday running club session. Had someone coming to view the house so had to try and fit in a very short run. Felt good though and fitness definitely improving.

Angie - Day 65 - 1.6 miles

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Another short run as things to do at home. I know I keep saying it but can't wait for the lighter nights/better weather. Fog was so thick this evening was difficult to see where you were going.

Karl - Day 328

15.5km run with the club yesterday evening.
Had some shorter runs over the course of the week but got a couple of lovely bike rides in the Scottish Borders at the weekend.
Just over a month left on the challenge now.

Karen - A bid farewell

Unfortunately I have to gracefully back out of the challenge after 131 days. Good luck to everyone still going!

Waiting for Old Man Winter to get out of here.

Still trying to get over some kind of funk that I have had in my sinuses and lungs for about 3 weeks - looking forward to spring!
63/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

64/365 Shorts and T-shirt by Big Kev 5K

64/365 Shorts and Tshirt by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

What a pleasure to be out in the daylight again and with such warmth, have we come out of the ice age???? Alright a bit too excited, but running in shorts and a T-shirt is so nice, I almost remember the summer! Jess continues to join me for the first mile and then I finish the last 2 and a bit on my own.

Just checked the mileage for last week and 39 miles covered, now considering I am not traing for a full marathon it still surprises me how quick the miles keep coming.

Now I have an evening of research and emails to work through and intend to sit at the kitchen table with some music on and possibly even a beer!

I had a wonderful surprise in the post today, a very kind client has sent me a cheque for £250 to go towards my fund raising for Macmillan. The total keeps rising and my faith in humanity continues to be restored.

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Keep on giving, it feels great.

Big Kev

63/365 Early Start by Big Kev

63/365 Early Start by Big Kev at Garmin Connect - Details

With a busy day on the cards and the evening set aside for scuba training an early run was required, while nice to be out in the morning the temperatures are still on the chilly side. A simple 5k the Ashton court and back was all that was required this morning and not a lot of effort was put in.

Bring on work today as we are entering a busy run up to the end of the tax year and then I have a classroom full of new scuba students tonight. Looking forward to it all.

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Big Kev

Pete Days 245 to 248 - Playing catchup again Pljrun

Just a standard lunchtime run with Tony, the fog had burnt off and it turned into a really warm and pleasant run. Only problem was my legs felt like lead today, hard session last night.
Pete Day 248 - Standard 3.3 lunchtime run with Tony by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Two runs today a standard lunchtime run and then took the adults and juniors out for a speed session. Did a bit myself as feeling better every day.
Pete Day 247a - Standard lunchtime 3.3 miler by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Pete Day 247b - Monday Night club training - speed work by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Club run this morning aiming for 16 with Emily, Colin, Roland and Sorrel decided after a few miles that I was not going to make it so Sorrell and I let the fasties go and we did a nice 13 mile loop around Somerton, Long Sutton back to Langport. It was a nice dry but icy morning so hoping next week for an off roader.
Pete Day 246 - Sunday club run with Sorrell 13.5M by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details
Feeling better today so went out to try for 11 miles to keep my averages up, didn't quite make it, guess these flu bugs last a little longer and take a bit more out of you than you think. Anyway pleased with 8.6 it was a cold morning but I did enjoy the run.
Pete Day 245 - Longer than normal Saturday run 8.65M by Pljrun at Garmin Connect - Details

Angie - Day 64 - 1.2 miles

Untitled by AAllum20 at Garmin Connect - Details
Slight variation of usual 1 mile route. Nothing exciting to report.

Angie - Day 63 - 3 miles

Untitled by AAllum20 at Garmin Connect - Details
Adaptation of run around the village.  I felt as if could of gone further but time restrained. Right achilles feels quite sore so will do a couple of minimum runs to try and rest it.

Day 260/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details

Day 260/365 by robgundry at Garmin Connect - Details
Again I run from Glastonbury 11 miles but today the weather was better but my legs are beginning to feel heavy with all the training so this is making some runs tough but as a 365 challenger I keep going no  achey legs or shocks to the heart from my ICD or heart ops will stop me. With 105 days to go I must say that I thought I wouldn't make it this far let alone achieve what I have done so far and how my training has improved and to get a place in the London marathon is so cool I'm so pleased that I'm going to the big smoke to run one of the worlds most famous marathons with 40,000 runners and half a million spectators and a worldwide tv audience of millions...No pressure !!! I know I'll be fine as this time it's not the Cheddar marathon ! That was hilly

Leg is better again this morning

Very relieved that I don't have to let this leg heal and then start over. Living the dream!
62/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

Question about posting?

I have Garmin fit app on my IPhone I also have the Blogger app. When I try to forward my activitys my phone only offers me the choice of Facebook, Twitter, Email, Or Message. A friend of mine has a droid phone and it allows him to share directly with Blogger, is there something I can download or a setting I can change to fix this problem? Any help would be appreciated!

27/365 by Clint365 at Garmin Connect - Details

27/365 by Clint365 at Garmin Connect - Details

The leg is Good!

Little ultrasound - some kinesio tape and the pain is manageable!
61/365 by Vardoggs at Garmin Connect - Details

Charles: Day 60 to 63 - Four more in the bag :)

A run around Haymarket in Edinburgh during the lunch break on my First Aid Training course, The Blackpool Stanley Park 10k, A min distance along Blackpool prom and the last one is with the Monday night running group where I took the Intermediate group for a wee jaunt. The hip is feeling much better after last weeks sports massage. Also, my blood tests are back and it's official that I am suffering from weak muscles as the blood count says so so that's me going to get checked every 3 weeks now :)

My medal from the Blackpool Stanley Park 10k



Run details - Day 60/365 challenge
Run details - Day 61/365 challenge
Run details - Day 62/365 challenge
Run details - Day 63/365 challenge