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Was due to be meeting up with my friend and ex colleague Randle today but unfortunately he couldn't make it so out on my own again :-) Felt a bit better today so a tad faster than the last few days.
Friday, 8 November 2013
Angie - Day 310 - 3.6 miles
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Same theme - another lunchtime run :-) back of my right hamstring hurting so a bit shorter today.
Same theme - another lunchtime run :-) back of my right hamstring hurting so a bit shorter today.
Angie - Day 308 - 4.2 miles
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Good run at lunchtime, going to try and do over 3 a few times this week to make up for the weekend.
Good run at lunchtime, going to try and do over 3 a few times this week to make up for the weekend.
311/365 towards the end of the day 5K by Big Kev
311/365 towards the end of the day 5K by Big Kev
Not too much to report on the run today as the day itself has been packed full to bursting point!
So when I got home it was a very quick change and then straight back out of the door. Tina had already made a wonderful homemade dinner, the only thing that was missing was the dinner guest who was out running. So many apologies later (and rightfully so) and we were able to discuss the events of the day and the ways forward.
I am eternally luck to have the support of my family and friends to keep me on track. As I have mentioned many times on this challenge, it is far less about the mechanics of covering the minimum distance, in fact that's worked out to be the easy bit. It's far more about managing the daily logistics and the balancing act that is required by all around me to let me get this done.
We are starting to believe that we can reach the end now, so this is a plea from me to them. We have 54 days to go and then I promise I will have a break and pay you all back for your kindness. We are raising some much needed funds for people in far worse situations than we currently find ourselves in. In that we are being rewarded and we will recognise that once we all reach the end of the road.
www.justgiving.com/kevin-caple
Big Kev
Not too much to report on the run today as the day itself has been packed full to bursting point!
So when I got home it was a very quick change and then straight back out of the door. Tina had already made a wonderful homemade dinner, the only thing that was missing was the dinner guest who was out running. So many apologies later (and rightfully so) and we were able to discuss the events of the day and the ways forward.
I am eternally luck to have the support of my family and friends to keep me on track. As I have mentioned many times on this challenge, it is far less about the mechanics of covering the minimum distance, in fact that's worked out to be the easy bit. It's far more about managing the daily logistics and the balancing act that is required by all around me to let me get this done.
We are starting to believe that we can reach the end now, so this is a plea from me to them. We have 54 days to go and then I promise I will have a break and pay you all back for your kindness. We are raising some much needed funds for people in far worse situations than we currently find ourselves in. In that we are being rewarded and we will recognise that once we all reach the end of the road.
www.justgiving.com/kevin-caple
Big Kev
Thursday, 7 November 2013
310/365 A very wet GWR 6 miles by Big Kev
310/365 A very wet GWR 6 miles by Big Kev
Well I do believe the expression 'soaked to the skin' perfectly sums up our club run. 6 miles on the wet, dark and windy streets of Bristol, done!
The weather effects so many aspects of this challenge and none more so than reminding me that it is much easy to run in a group of people. Not so much for the sheltering ability to be honest most people are sheltering behind me when we run. No it's more the ability to get lost in the conversation and as a consequence letting the miles flow by.
I had the pleasure of meeting some new people to the club this week and therefore new to my challenge. I had started to forget what that initial puzzled expression looked like. The one where they are trying to work out if perhaps I am a little unbalanced and require medical care, then the 'oh' moment appears as they work out this is no ordinary challenge and I don't need to be taken into care for my own safety.
Their enthusiasm, enthuses me to keep on going, along with all of the support from friends and family.
Once back at the club, showered, changed, feed and watered we had our London Marathon draw and the good news for friends and family is that I didn't get in. Congratulations to Tara, Chris, Bastien and Joe all very worthy recipients of our club places, they will do us proud.
I am reaching the end of logistics planning for the end of the year and should be able to release some big updates next week!
www.justgiving.com/kevin-caple
Big Kev
Well I do believe the expression 'soaked to the skin' perfectly sums up our club run. 6 miles on the wet, dark and windy streets of Bristol, done!
The weather effects so many aspects of this challenge and none more so than reminding me that it is much easy to run in a group of people. Not so much for the sheltering ability to be honest most people are sheltering behind me when we run. No it's more the ability to get lost in the conversation and as a consequence letting the miles flow by.
I had the pleasure of meeting some new people to the club this week and therefore new to my challenge. I had started to forget what that initial puzzled expression looked like. The one where they are trying to work out if perhaps I am a little unbalanced and require medical care, then the 'oh' moment appears as they work out this is no ordinary challenge and I don't need to be taken into care for my own safety.
Their enthusiasm, enthuses me to keep on going, along with all of the support from friends and family.
Once back at the club, showered, changed, feed and watered we had our London Marathon draw and the good news for friends and family is that I didn't get in. Congratulations to Tara, Chris, Bastien and Joe all very worthy recipients of our club places, they will do us proud.
I am reaching the end of logistics planning for the end of the year and should be able to release some big updates next week!
www.justgiving.com/kevin-caple
Big Kev
Tuesday, 5 November 2013
309/365 A lunchtime opportunity 5K by Big Kev
309/365 A lunchtime opportunity 5K by Big Kev
I had the opportunity to get some head space at lunchtime so took it. The weather looked good so I didn't think about it for too long. The route was one of my favourite routes around Leigh Woods and today I meet a few familiar faces along the way, however I didn't expect to meet Michaela Strachan coming in the opposite direction with several friends and lots of dogs!
After the run I also caught up briefly with my neighbour and again he promised sponsorship, I have been so bad at getting it there and then, but I know he is good for it. However, upon regailing the last few adventures it dawned on me that I have passed the 1400 mile mark and I am well on my way to 1500. I may even get to 1600 by the end of the year, thats bonkers. I have been averaging to date 4.5 miles a day, so certainly well above the agreed minimum on most days. Today though I was more than happy with my 5K, 3.1 miles.
With lots of work on I know I have to grab the opportunity to run when it presents itself, so I am sorry if I miss a few people over the next couple of weeks, life is getting in the way of the social running you have planned.
I am off to Cardiff tomorrow for work, so I am hoping to make it back to GWR's club night tomorrow as it is the London Marathon draw and the inaugural food night. What delights will it bring?
www.justgiving.com/kevin-caple
Big Kev
I had the opportunity to get some head space at lunchtime so took it. The weather looked good so I didn't think about it for too long. The route was one of my favourite routes around Leigh Woods and today I meet a few familiar faces along the way, however I didn't expect to meet Michaela Strachan coming in the opposite direction with several friends and lots of dogs!
After the run I also caught up briefly with my neighbour and again he promised sponsorship, I have been so bad at getting it there and then, but I know he is good for it. However, upon regailing the last few adventures it dawned on me that I have passed the 1400 mile mark and I am well on my way to 1500. I may even get to 1600 by the end of the year, thats bonkers. I have been averaging to date 4.5 miles a day, so certainly well above the agreed minimum on most days. Today though I was more than happy with my 5K, 3.1 miles.
With lots of work on I know I have to grab the opportunity to run when it presents itself, so I am sorry if I miss a few people over the next couple of weeks, life is getting in the way of the social running you have planned.
I am off to Cardiff tomorrow for work, so I am hoping to make it back to GWR's club night tomorrow as it is the London Marathon draw and the inaugural food night. What delights will it bring?
www.justgiving.com/kevin-caple
Big Kev
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