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FAB CRAP RUNNERS CLUB 2019 - WEEK ONE

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

Hello everyone and welcome to WEEK ONE of the FAB Crap Runners Club (2019 edition).

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MOTTO: We run #LikeAToddlerChasingAPug

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EXPLANATION AND ETHOS:

EVERYONE is welcome in the Fab Crap Runners' Club (the crapper the better).

From 1st January 2018, a bunch of Fabbers began improving their fitness through running. None of them were natural athletes but they did it anyway.

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FOR COMPLETE BEGINNERS:

"Couch to 5k" (C25K) is a nine-week running programme for absolute beginners, available on various free phone apps (Mrs T used Get Running). But you can join this thread to get fit by any means including walking and cycling - all are welcome. If you're expecting to be utterly crap at it (I mean reeeeeeeeeally bad), you're in the right place. Join the thread, tell us what your aim is and we'll cheer you on each week, just for trying.

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FOR MORE EXPERIENCED RUNNERS:

Tell us what you’re up to with your running, your training and your races. Let’s us know your highs and lows. Please cheer on the newbies and give advice if they ask.

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FCRC SOCIAL PARKRUN

I am doing a doodle poll to find out where everyone can get to with ease before organising the next social.

https://doodle.com/poll/77nghmke7uwunrwy

Again, it's completely anonymous and you can vote for as many options as you would like.

Hopefully the regions are self-explanatory (Sorry if you think your county should be in a different region!)

I'm in the process of organising locations for parkruns. I'm thinking one a month in the different regions.

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The first one will be in Leicestershire on Saturday 19th January 2019. As this is a public forum, I'll confirm exact location by pm. Please complete this doodle poll if you are able to attend.

https://doodle.com/poll/zywk7en2dx6yabmq

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AND FINALLY:

Who is working towards a specific goal? Tell us your progress.

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By *nsatiable_nymphWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere down south

Oooo 2019 edition, exciting!!

My first year anniversary with the FCRC tomorrow

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

Hello everyone.

Happy New Year.

If you have decided to start the New Year off with a fitness kick, then please feel free to join us here. We will motivate you, cajole you (and, in some cases just kick you into getting off the couch).

We are seriously all abilities. And all here to help you.

I believe last year MrsT used to write everyone's progress in the initial post, so if you'd like me to do that then please let me know.

And please remember the parkrun social - you can walk it if you don't think you're up to that level yet. Then we'll meet for the best bit afterwards - cake

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Well I ended 2018 with a run home from work that I really had no motivation so chose the less well lit but shorter route and paid the price by missing my footing and and going flying. Sore knee and sore elbow for the NYD park run double tomorrow!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm signed up for my second ultra in June and also my first trail race in Feb so fun ahead

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm currently signed up for 7 ultras for next year, combination of 50 and 100 milers

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm currently signed up for 7 ultras for next year, combination of 50 and 100 milers "

Good effort

Mine is only 32 but 50 is a target later in 2019/early 2020

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By *imon the welderMan
over a year ago

Northampton

I’m in

I’m managing the couch bit very well tonight

The 5k will come later

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm currently signed up for 7 ultras for next year, combination of 50 and 100 milers

Good effort

Mine is only 32 but 50 is a target later in 2019/early 2020"

There's no "only" about any run, whatever the distance. Good luck with it, train hard and run easy

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"I’m in

I’m managing the couch bit very well tonight

The 5k will come later "

Welcome!

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By *rightonsteveMan
over a year ago

Brighton - even Hove!

Can I be a definite maybe?

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By *imon the welderMan
over a year ago

Northampton


"I’m in

I’m managing the couch bit very well tonight

The 5k will come later

Welcome!"

Thankyou

I should have come and said hello yesterday at the social...

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"I’m in

I’m managing the couch bit very well tonight

The 5k will come later

Welcome!

Thankyou

I should have come and said hello yesterday at the social...

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In Leicester? Yes you should. Did you meet Goodtimes888?

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Can I be a definite maybe? "

We will give you all the encouragement to make that a definite!

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By *imon the welderMan
over a year ago

Northampton

I've not got a Scooby

I was introduced to a few people but they used their real names....

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I've not got a Scooby

I was introduced to a few people but they used their real names....

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Yes, we chatted a bit I'm sure

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"I've not got a Scooby

I was introduced to a few people but they used their real names....

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As would I if I'd met you!

Black top with white spots.

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By *lancmangecplCouple
over a year ago

farnborough

Count me in (biker). I’ve been attempting c25k for about 6 months... tried about 3 times and can’t seem to get past week 1 so hoping this might give me the kick up the arse that I need!!

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Count me in (biker). I’ve been attempting c25k for about 6 months... tried about 3 times and can’t seem to get past week 1 so hoping this might give me the kick up the arse that I need!!"

Welcome!

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Count me in (biker). I’ve been attempting c25k for about 6 months... tried about 3 times and can’t seem to get past week 1 so hoping this might give me the kick up the arse that I need!!

Welcome!"

And you aren't that far away for an actual kick up the arse!

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By *arryJones1975Man
over a year ago

ely

Been on the alcohol free beer tonight in the hopes of being fit to do a double parkrun in the morning. Whether I get enough sleep is another matter entirely.

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast

Happy new year everyone.

Kicking starting it with a double parkrun

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Aye, happy new year to all the crap runners, new and old alike.

Let's all try and get a bit less crap as the year progresses

Planning a slow 8 miler to get my year off and running. After I've had a cuppa!

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By *lancmangecplCouple
over a year ago

farnborough


"Count me in (biker). I’ve been attempting c25k for about 6 months... tried about 3 times and can’t seem to get past week 1 so hoping this might give me the kick up the arse that I need!!

Welcome!

And you aren't that far away for an actual kick up the arse!"

A welcome indeed!

I’ll bear that in mind when I’m thinking about skipping a day!

I’m heading to the gym this afternoon! Will post up my results later!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m in!!

I tried this last year and got sidetracked with various things but I’m going to see this through this time. I’d like get fitter, tone up and probably most importantly loose a stone and a half by the end of March. So here goes - today I’m 14st 4lb

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm in a very similar place, 202 lbs this morning, targeting 180 by the end of April.

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By *arryJones1975Man
over a year ago

ely

I did my first double. 27m30s and 27m57s. Given how out of action I have been quite chuffed with those. Didn't like the 4 laps at March, find it hard enough to count 2 and a half laps at littleport lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I did my first double. 27m30s and 27m57s. Given how out of action I have been quite chuffed with those. Didn't like the 4 laps at March, find it hard enough to count 2 and a half laps at littleport lol"

Well done Harry, you're back!!

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Count me in (biker). I’ve been attempting c25k for about 6 months... tried about 3 times and can’t seem to get past week 1 so hoping this might give me the kick up the arse that I need!!

Welcome!

And you aren't that far away for an actual kick up the arse!

A welcome indeed!

I’ll bear that in mind when I’m thinking about skipping a day!

I’m heading to the gym this afternoon! Will post up my results later!"

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"I’m in!!

I tried this last year and got sidetracked with various things but I’m going to see this through this time. I’d like get fitter, tone up and probably most importantly loose a stone and a half by the end of March. So here goes - today I’m 14st 4lb "

Welcome back!

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"I did my first double. 27m30s and 27m57s. Given how out of action I have been quite chuffed with those. Didn't like the 4 laps at March, find it hard enough to count 2 and a half laps at littleport lol"

Well done!

Did two today myself

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By *acavityMan
over a year ago

Redditch

I'm in.

Started the year with a double parkrun.

Both very busy, as was every other one. I think all parkruns that were on had record attendance today.

First time was what I expected.

Second one much slower.

But both full of happy runners and a good way to start the year.

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By *arryJones1975Man
over a year ago

ely


"I did my first double. 27m30s and 27m57s. Given how out of action I have been quite chuffed with those. Didn't like the 4 laps at March, find it hard enough to count 2 and a half laps at littleport lol

Well done Harry, you're back!!"

Cheers

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By *arryJones1975Man
over a year ago

ely


"I did my first double. 27m30s and 27m57s. Given how out of action I have been quite chuffed with those. Didn't like the 4 laps at March, find it hard enough to count 2 and a half laps at littleport lol

Well done!

Did two today myself "

Well done.

So much for this being good for you. Been asleep for 2 hours as was really cold and dire stomach.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Goal !! April 2019 my first triathlon June 2019 first open water triathlon now I usually do a mile in pool every Wednesday and Friday cycle 50 miles when I can and today run 3.8 miles but being cold out its normally done in gym

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By *illowzWoman
over a year ago

Exeter

I'd like to join please. My 14 year old son and I are going to attempt the couch to 5k. He wants to get fitter for rugby. I want to lose some weight.

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By *nsatiable_nymphWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere down south


"Goal !! April 2019 my first triathlon June 2019 first open water triathlon now I usually do a mile in pool every Wednesday and Friday cycle 50 miles when I can and today run 3.8 miles but being cold out its normally done in gym

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Jeez! That's an impressive to do list

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By *nsatiable_nymphWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere down south


"I'd like to join please. My 14 year old son and I are going to attempt the couch to 5k. He wants to get fitter for rugby. I want to lose some weight. "

All the best with the C25K, I started mine a year ago today. I'm so glad I did

Keep us updated with your progress

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By *nsatiable_nymphWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere down south

Did my first double parkrun this morning

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Goal !! April 2019 my first triathlon June 2019 first open water triathlon now I usually do a mile in pool every Wednesday and Friday cycle 50 miles when I can and today run 3.8 miles but being cold out its normally done in gym

Jeez! That's an impressive to do list "

And March 2018 was rushed to hospital doctor said I was heart attack waiting to happen quit smoking on the spot have done just shy of 1200 miles on a bike since may so I'm getting there I'm not at my fittest but feeling fantastic right now

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By *illowzWoman
over a year ago

Exeter


"I'd like to join please. My 14 year old son and I are going to attempt the couch to 5k. He wants to get fitter for rugby. I want to lose some weight.

All the best with the C25K, I started mine a year ago today. I'm so glad I did

Keep us updated with your progress "

Thank you. Will definitely keep you all updated

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Goal !! April 2019 my first triathlon June 2019 first open water triathlon now I usually do a mile in pool every Wednesday and Friday cycle 50 miles when I can and today run 3.8 miles but being cold out its normally done in gym

Jeez! That's an impressive to do list

And March 2018 was rushed to hospital doctor said I was heart attack waiting to happen quit smoking on the spot have done just shy of 1200 miles on a bike since may so I'm getting there I'm not at my fittest but feeling fantastic right now "

Wow, well done you

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By *nsatiable_nymphWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere down south


"Goal !! April 2019 my first triathlon June 2019 first open water triathlon now I usually do a mile in pool every Wednesday and Friday cycle 50 miles when I can and today run 3.8 miles but being cold out its normally done in gym

Jeez! That's an impressive to do list

And March 2018 was rushed to hospital doctor said I was heart attack waiting to happen quit smoking on the spot have done just shy of 1200 miles on a bike since may so I'm getting there I'm not at my fittest but feeling fantastic right now

Wow, well done you "

Seconded

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I started the C25K last January but struggled and quit when it started getting hot but I did do the coast to coast, which was why I started running/jogging. I started again in Dec but due to family and Xmas I've done nothing for a couple of weeks and now I want to get back into it again my goal is just to do the 5k regularly without walking lots of ups and downs on my route though

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By *nsatiable_nymphWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere down south


"I started the C25K last January but struggled and quit when it started getting hot but I did do the coast to coast, which was why I started running/jogging. I started again in Dec but due to family and Xmas I've done nothing for a couple of weeks and now I want to get back into it again my goal is just to do the 5k regularly without walking lots of ups and downs on my route though "

This time, you know what is involved and we will cheer you on every step of the way

Are you starting at week 1 again?

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By *ikeC81Man
over a year ago

harrow

Well my aim for this year is to get my 5km under 28 mins

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I started the C25K last January but struggled and quit when it started getting hot but I did do the coast to coast, which was why I started running/jogging. I started again in Dec but due to family and Xmas I've done nothing for a couple of weeks and now I want to get back into it again my goal is just to do the 5k regularly without walking lots of ups and downs on my route though

This time, you know what is involved and we will cheer you on every step of the way

Are you starting at week 1 again?"

I'm on week 3 I think but may have to go back a week.....but I do end up doing more than she says as my full route is 4.5k at the moment and when I'm further on its a double loop so about 8k total but a good 10 min walk up a bloody big hill to finish off (my cool down walk ) i treated myself to some earbuds at xmas so I have to go running now lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Goal !! April 2019 my first triathlon June 2019 first open water triathlon now I usually do a mile in pool every Wednesday and Friday cycle 50 miles when I can and today run 3.8 miles but being cold out its normally done in gym

Jeez! That's an impressive to do list

And March 2018 was rushed to hospital doctor said I was heart attack waiting to happen quit smoking on the spot have done just shy of 1200 miles on a bike since may so I'm getting there I'm not at my fittest but feeling fantastic right now "

Wow! Well done and good luck on this year's targets!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Well my aim for this year is to get my 5km under 28 mins "

You'll achieve that no problem if you keep progressin line you have this year

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Double parkrun today. It was fun but it certainly wasn't fast! Toying with RED January but fear running myself in to the groubd

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Goal !! April 2019 my first triathlon June 2019 first open water triathlon now I usually do a mile in pool every Wednesday and Friday cycle 50 miles when I can and today run 3.8 miles but being cold out its normally done in gym

Jeez! That's an impressive to do list

And March 2018 was rushed to hospital doctor said I was heart attack waiting to happen quit smoking on the spot have done just shy of 1200 miles on a bike since may so I'm getting there I'm not at my fittest but feeling fantastic right now

Wow, well done you

Seconded "

Thanks to both

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Goal !! April 2019 my first triathlon June 2019 first open water triathlon now I usually do a mile in pool every Wednesday and Friday cycle 50 miles when I can and today run 3.8 miles but being cold out its normally done in gym

Jeez! That's an impressive to do list

And March 2018 was rushed to hospital doctor said I was heart attack waiting to happen quit smoking on the spot have done just shy of 1200 miles on a bike since may so I'm getting there I'm not at my fittest but feeling fantastic right now

Wow! Well done and good luck on this year's targets!"

Cheers bud

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By *nsatiable_nymphWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere down south


"Double parkrun today. It was fun but it certainly wasn't fast! Toying with RED January but fear running myself in to the groubd"

I saw some runners this morning with RED January on their shirts and wondered what it was all about

Just researched and what an amazing thing to do, MIND is a fantastic charity.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Someone I work with has agreed to be my support ... I'm no runner but can't afford to renew my gym membership this year so am giving running a go

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By *imon the welderMan
over a year ago

Northampton


"I've not got a Scooby

I was introduced to a few people but they used their real names....

Yes, we chatted a bit I'm sure"

Mr in truely awful shirt ??

Mrs in red dress??

I was white shirt and jeans..

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By *imon the welderMan
over a year ago

Northampton


"I've not got a Scooby

I was introduced to a few people but they used their real names....

As would I if I'd met you!

Black top with white spots."

I was white shirt and jeans

Was wearing glasses...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I've not got a Scooby

I was introduced to a few people but they used their real names....

Yes, we chatted a bit I'm sure

Mr in truely awful shirt ??

Mrs in red dress??

I was white shirt and jeans..

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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

Mrs GT was in black leather trousers and a red top. Couldn't miss her

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By *imon the welderMan
over a year ago

Northampton


"I've not got a Scooby

I was introduced to a few people but they used their real names....

Yes, we chatted a bit I'm sure

Mr in truely awful shirt ??

Mrs in red dress??

I was white shirt and jeans..

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

Mrs GT was in black leather trousers and a red top. Couldn't miss her"

Conversation included high fives and a shelf full of dubious tissues.....

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast

[Removed by poster at 01/01/19 22:27:34]

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"I did my first double. 27m30s and 27m57s. Given how out of action I have been quite chuffed with those. Didn't like the 4 laps at March, find it hard enough to count 2 and a half laps at littleport lol

Well done!

Did two today myself "

Well done WD, great way to start the year

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"I'd like to join please. My 14 year old son and I are going to attempt the couch to 5k. He wants to get fitter for rugby. I want to lose some weight. "

Welcome willow x

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"Did my first double parkrun this morning "

Well done xx

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"I started the C25K last January but struggled and quit when it started getting hot but I did do the coast to coast, which was why I started running/jogging. I started again in Dec but due to family and Xmas I've done nothing for a couple of weeks and now I want to get back into it again my goal is just to do the 5k regularly without walking lots of ups and downs on my route though "

You can do it x

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"Someone I work with has agreed to be my support ... I'm no runner but can't afford to renew my gym membership this year so am giving running a go "

That's brilliant, good luck!! X

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Great forum idea! The c25k is a brilliant way into running. Currently mainly cross training as have a couple of niggles. Cant wait to swap the gym rowing machine for running outdoors again!

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By *rBump2013Man
over a year ago

derby

Can I join, I started running last jan and love it just don’t get out as much as I’d like. Not quite up to an ultra, but I’m signed up to a 10mile trail in March and have done 2 of 3 starlight trail relays. Definitely going to push to get my times down on 5 and 10k.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

First run/jog/walk of the year! I'm on week 3 run 2, jog 90 secs, walk 90 secs, jog 3 mins, walk 3 mins twice but I was only half way round my route so I did roughly the same again, it would be nice to go back to the beginning, like on a loop. Total distance, roughly, 4.4k

I don't feel too bad and think my ear buds are ace

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By *he Mac LassWoman
over a year ago

Hefty Hideaway

Can someone remind me in 2 weeks that I need to start this again?

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By *sm81Couple
over a year ago

warwickshire

I'm in but can't start till kids are back at school, done couch to 5k many times but struggle once it gets to 25mins running!! Although have ran a 5k couple years ago and did uventure last year

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm currently on a recovery week and week 4 of marathon training( won't say which ones)

My target is a 3:30 finish...

Also a regular parkrunner

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By *acavityMan
over a year ago

Redditch


"I'm in but can't start till kids are back at school, done couch to 5k many times but struggle once it gets to 25mins running!! Although have ran a 5k couple years ago and did uventure last year "

Have you tried parkrun. I find running with other people helps me, and loads of encouragement.

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By *sm81Couple
over a year ago

warwickshire


"I'm in but can't start till kids are back at school, done couch to 5k many times but struggle once it gets to 25mins running!! Although have ran a 5k couple years ago and did uventure last year

Have you tried parkrun. I find running with other people helps me, and loads of encouragement. "

No I haven't lol not sure I'm ready for one of those

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By *acavityMan
over a year ago

Redditch

Parkrun is not a race. It's for running, jogging or walking. It's a good incentive to try and beat your personal best.

And it's normally a very welcoming group.

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"Can someone remind me in 2 weeks that I need to start this again? "

Why in 2 weeks and not now?

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"First run/jog/walk of the year! I'm on week 3 run 2, jog 90 secs, walk 90 secs, jog 3 mins, walk 3 mins twice but I was only half way round my route so I did roughly the same again, it would be nice to go back to the beginning, like on a loop. Total distance, roughly, 4.4k

I don't feel too bad and think my ear buds are ace "

Great start to the new year!

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By *he Mac LassWoman
over a year ago

Hefty Hideaway


"Can someone remind me in 2 weeks that I need to start this again?

Why in 2 weeks and not now? "

I had minor surgery on Monday. A valid excuse for procrastination

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"Can someone remind me in 2 weeks that I need to start this again?

Why in 2 weeks and not now?

I had minor surgery on Monday. A valid excuse for procrastination "

Good reason

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By *appytimes2019Man
over a year ago

East Manchester

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m really crap, I’ve done a few runs in the past from 5km to half marathons but I’m extremely slow and everything hurts and never managed to run any length without stopping! I’ve not ran at all in 2 years and would like to get to the point of running continuously even if it’s only for 5km, any advice welcome.

I am planning on looking at the couch to 5km.

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool

First run of 2019.... A nice relaxed 4 miler.

The rebellion training goes on!

Happy new year runners, keep up the good work

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"I’m really crap, I’ve done a few runs in the past from 5km to half marathons but I’m extremely slow and everything hurts and never managed to run any length without stopping! I’ve not ran at all in 2 years and would like to get to the point of running continuously even if it’s only for 5km, any advice welcome.

I am planning on looking at the couch to 5km."

Couch to 5k is a great way to build up slowly and reduce the risk of injury

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By *rBump2013Man
over a year ago

derby

Those struggling with getting going have a look to see if there is any local running groups, Facebook groups. The group I run with do couch to 5 every couple of months and those who have done it then join the other runners aiming for more.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Like to do most of my long distance running xc and canal path's, as ground is more forgiving and not constantly breathing in car exhaust fumes.

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By *anc79Man
over a year ago

hemel

I'd like to join please...I started a few park runs last year....aiming to do 500 miles through the the year either through parkruns or races

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Parkrun is not a race. It's for running, jogging or walking. It's a good incentive to try and beat your personal best.

And it's normally a very welcoming group. "

Park run is many different things to many different runners. And that includes it being a race for some. When you get one if the country's finest 10000 metre runners turning up and running a sub 14 minute time it's impossible to say it's not a race

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By *boro_cpleCouple
over a year ago

Peterborough

We're both in, having both got into running in the last few years. Mrs started last year and is working towards a 10k having run a healthy 5.6km on NYE, nothing fast but running it all from a couch start and months of walking jogging. Mr (me) done a few 10k's in the last few years and am aiming to find a more regular rhythm this year and work on this ace / distance.

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Parkrun is not a race. It's for running, jogging or walking. It's a good incentive to try and beat your personal best.

And it's normally a very welcoming group.

Park run is many different things to many different runners. And that includes it being a race for some. When you get one if the country's finest 10000 metre runners turning up and running a sub 14 minute time it's impossible to say it's not a race"

It's a time trial, not a race.

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By *boro_cpleCouple
over a year ago

Peterborough


"I’m really crap, I’ve done a few runs in the past from 5km to half marathons but I’m extremely slow and everything hurts and never managed to run any length without stopping! I’ve not ran at all in 2 years and would like to get to the point of running continuously even if it’s only for 5km, any advice welcome.

I am planning on looking at the couch to 5km."

This is exactly where Mrs was. For many reasons she thought she'd never make it. couch to 5km helped no end, but her first reaction when reading your post was to mention 5km is no small distance! 'even if it's only 5km'. She still often runs less than that, it still hurts but she can do it now. Small regular steps.... Be proud of getting out and don't expect everyday to be better than the last some days you'll not feel like it and from nowhere manage a personal best!

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By *boro_cpleCouple
over a year ago

Peterborough


"Hello everyone.

Happy New Year.

If you have decided to start the New Year off with a fitness kick, then please feel free to join us here. We will motivate you, cajole you (and, in some cases just kick you into getting off the couch).

We are seriously all abilities. And all here to help you.

I believe last year MrsT used to write everyone's progress in the initial post, so if you'd like me to do that then please let me know.

And please remember the parkrun social - you can walk it if you don't think you're up to that level yet. Then we'll meet for the best bit afterwards - cake "

Does anyone use the 'run club' features on Strava or runkeeper? Helps to motivate a group!

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By *anc79Man
over a year ago

hemel

I'm using Strava..what's run club?

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By *ocbigMan
over a year ago

Birmingham

Bookmark

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Hello everyone.

Happy New Year.

If you have decided to start the New Year off with a fitness kick, then please feel free to join us here. We will motivate you, cajole you (and, in some cases just kick you into getting off the couch).

We are seriously all abilities. And all here to help you.

I believe last year MrsT used to write everyone's progress in the initial post, so if you'd like me to do that then please let me know.

And please remember the parkrun social - you can walk it if you don't think you're up to that level yet. Then we'll meet for the best bit afterwards - cake

Does anyone use the 'run club' features on Strava or runkeeper? Helps to motivate a group!"

I've thought about this in the past, unfortunately I don't think you can show bits of your run and hide your location (lots of people are into confidentiality, understandably).

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

Welcome newbies

Will go though and read the thread properly tomorrow. I need an early night.

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool


"Hello everyone.

Happy New Year.

If you have decided to start the New Year off with a fitness kick, then please feel free to join us here. We will motivate you, cajole you (and, in some cases just kick you into getting off the couch).

We are seriously all abilities. And all here to help you.

I believe last year MrsT used to write everyone's progress in the initial post, so if you'd like me to do that then please let me know.

And please remember the parkrun social - you can walk it if you don't think you're up to that level yet. Then we'll meet for the best bit afterwards - cake

Does anyone use the 'run club' features on Strava or runkeeper? Helps to motivate a group!"

I'm on Strava..... Sounds like a great idea!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I’m really crap, I’ve done a few runs in the past from 5km to half marathons but I’m extremely slow and everything hurts and never managed to run any length without stopping! I’ve not ran at all in 2 years and would like to get to the point of running continuously even if it’s only for 5km, any advice welcome.

I am planning on looking at the couch to 5km.

This is exactly where Mrs was. For many reasons she thought she'd never make it. couch to 5km helped no end, but her first reaction when reading your post was to mention 5km is no small distance! 'even if it's only 5km'. She still often runs less than that, it still hurts but she can do it now. Small regular steps.... Be proud of getting out and don't expect everyday to be better than the last some days you'll not feel like it and from nowhere manage a personal best! "

My post was a slight exaggeration, I have ran a 10km without stopping and a 7km on treadmill and a couple of 5km but never been consistent and don’t know why I stop, it’s more a mental thing than physical I want to get to the point were I know I can always (or at least the majority of the time) go and do a set distance without stopping. I’d like to improve my speed but that’s not really my aim. It took me 3hrs to do a half Mara

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool


"I’m really crap, I’ve done a few runs in the past from 5km to half marathons but I’m extremely slow and everything hurts and never managed to run any length without stopping! I’ve not ran at all in 2 years and would like to get to the point of running continuously even if it’s only for 5km, any advice welcome.

I am planning on looking at the couch to 5km.

This is exactly where Mrs was. For many reasons she thought she'd never make it. couch to 5km helped no end, but her first reaction when reading your post was to mention 5km is no small distance! 'even if it's only 5km'. She still often runs less than that, it still hurts but she can do it now. Small regular steps.... Be proud of getting out and don't expect everyday to be better than the last some days you'll not feel like it and from nowhere manage a personal best!

My post was a slight exaggeration, I have ran a 10km without stopping and a 7km on treadmill and a couple of 5km but never been consistent and don’t know why I stop, it’s more a mental thing than physical I want to get to the point were I know I can always (or at least the majority of the time) go and do a set distance without stopping. I’d like to improve my speed but that’s not really my aim. It took me 3hrs to do a half Mara "

Speed is over rated (I'm told!)

Personally, I was built for comfort..... I'm the eternal plodder. When I try to run fast I seem to go at the same pace but end up more tired, lol!!

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By *arryJones1975Man
over a year ago

ely


"Hello everyone.

Happy New Year.

If you have decided to start the New Year off with a fitness kick, then please feel free to join us here. We will motivate you, cajole you (and, in some cases just kick you into getting off the couch).

We are seriously all abilities. And all here to help you.

I believe last year MrsT used to write everyone's progress in the initial post, so if you'd like me to do that then please let me know.

And please remember the parkrun social - you can walk it if you don't think you're up to that level yet. Then we'll meet for the best bit afterwards - cake

Does anyone use the 'run club' features on Strava or runkeeper? Helps to motivate a group!

I've thought about this in the past, unfortunately I don't think you can show bits of your run and hide your location (lots of people are into confidentiality, understandably)."

I have a privacy zone set up so I don't think anyone else can see my penthouse suite on Strava. If you want to search me and test this feel free wd

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I’m really crap, I’ve done a few runs in the past from 5km to half marathons but I’m extremely slow and everything hurts and never managed to run any length without stopping! I’ve not ran at all in 2 years and would like to get to the point of running continuously even if it’s only for 5km, any advice welcome.

I am planning on looking at the couch to 5km.

This is exactly where Mrs was. For many reasons she thought she'd never make it. couch to 5km helped no end, but her first reaction when reading your post was to mention 5km is no small distance! 'even if it's only 5km'. She still often runs less than that, it still hurts but she can do it now. Small regular steps.... Be proud of getting out and don't expect everyday to be better than the last some days you'll not feel like it and from nowhere manage a personal best!

My post was a slight exaggeration, I have ran a 10km without stopping and a 7km on treadmill and a couple of 5km but never been consistent and don’t know why I stop, it’s more a mental thing than physical I want to get to the point were I know I can always (or at least the majority of the time) go and do a set distance without stopping. I’d like to improve my speed but that’s not really my aim. It took me 3hrs to do a half Mara

Speed is over rated (I'm told!)

Personally, I was built for comfort..... I'm the eternal plodder. When I try to run fast I seem to go at the same pace but end up more tired, lol!!"

It's all about the plod!

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool


"I’m really crap, I’ve done a few runs in the past from 5km to half marathons but I’m extremely slow and everything hurts and never managed to run any length without stopping! I’ve not ran at all in 2 years and would like to get to the point of running continuously even if it’s only for 5km, any advice welcome.

I am planning on looking at the couch to 5km.

This is exactly where Mrs was. For many reasons she thought she'd never make it. couch to 5km helped no end, but her first reaction when reading your post was to mention 5km is no small distance! 'even if it's only 5km'. She still often runs less than that, it still hurts but she can do it now. Small regular steps.... Be proud of getting out and don't expect everyday to be better than the last some days you'll not feel like it and from nowhere manage a personal best!

My post was a slight exaggeration, I have ran a 10km without stopping and a 7km on treadmill and a couple of 5km but never been consistent and don’t know why I stop, it’s more a mental thing than physical I want to get to the point were I know I can always (or at least the majority of the time) go and do a set distance without stopping. I’d like to improve my speed but that’s not really my aim. It took me 3hrs to do a half Mara

Speed is over rated (I'm told!)

Personally, I was built for comfort..... I'm the eternal plodder. When I try to run fast I seem to go at the same pace but end up more tired, lol!!

It's all about the plod!"

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Hello everyone.

Happy New Year.

If you have decided to start the New Year off with a fitness kick, then please feel free to join us here. We will motivate you, cajole you (and, in some cases just kick you into getting off the couch).

We are seriously all abilities. And all here to help you.

I believe last year MrsT used to write everyone's progress in the initial post, so if you'd like me to do that then please let me know.

And please remember the parkrun social - you can walk it if you don't think you're up to that level yet. Then we'll meet for the best bit afterwards - cake

Does anyone use the 'run club' features on Strava or runkeeper? Helps to motivate a group!

I've thought about this in the past, unfortunately I don't think you can show bits of your run and hide your location (lots of people are into confidentiality, understandably).

I have a privacy zone set up so I don't think anyone else can see my penthouse suite on Strava. If you want to search me and test this feel free wd"

PM me your username!

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By *ottie 13Woman
over a year ago

Happy go lucky

Time to get back on it haven't had my running shoes on since a 10k I did beginning of December and no spinning either the last 2 wks so feel like I have transformed more into a seal than human atm

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By *anc79Man
over a year ago

hemel

I've set myself a challenge this year. I want to clock up 500 miles (no pun intended)....I'm think 10 miles per week is manageable

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Time to get back on it haven't had my running shoes on since a 10k I did beginning of December and no spinning either the last 2 wks so feel like I have transformed more into a seal than human atm "

You mean you can balance a ball on your nose?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I've set myself a challenge this year. I want to clock up 500 miles (no pun intended)....I'm think 10 miles per week is manageable"

Definitely is, you can even take 2 weeks off!

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By *ottie 13Woman
over a year ago

Happy go lucky


"Time to get back on it haven't had my running shoes on since a 10k I did beginning of December and no spinning either the last 2 wks so feel like I have transformed more into a seal than human atm

You mean you can balance a ball on your nose? "

Well I am female so definitely multi talented

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Time to get back on it haven't had my running shoes on since a 10k I did beginning of December and no spinning either the last 2 wks so feel like I have transformed more into a seal than human atm

You mean you can balance a ball on your nose?

Well I am female so definitely multi talented "

So could you balance 2 then?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

5.6 miles for me tonight, starting to enjoy my running again after a crappy 2018. Bring on 2019!

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By *icearmsMan
over a year ago

KIDLINGTON

Howdy all, I've started my fitness for the year with the aim of running as much in Jan as a I can and then keep it regular after that. I actually started on 28th Dec as I wanted to be in the habit before Jan started..

So far 3 days in and 3 runs completed. Each at just over 6k and getting quicker. Still some way off the pace I was at mid last year.

Have signed up to my first 10k of the year in May and aim to be under 55 mins.. last year I completed it in 58 mins.

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over a year ago


"Howdy all, I've started my fitness for the year with the aim of running as much in Jan as a I can and then keep it regular after that. I actually started on 28th Dec as I wanted to be in the habit before Jan started..

So far 3 days in and 3 runs completed. Each at just over 6k and getting quicker. Still some way off the pace I was at mid last year.

Have signed up to my first 10k of the year in May and aim to be under 55 mins.. last year I completed it in 58 mins.

"

Are you running every day? If so, make sure you get your rest too, don't go too hard too soon!

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By *icearmsMan
over a year ago

KIDLINGTON


"Howdy all, I've started my fitness for the year with the aim of running as much in Jan as a I can and then keep it regular after that. I actually started on 28th Dec as I wanted to be in the habit before Jan started..

So far 3 days in and 3 runs completed. Each at just over 6k and getting quicker. Still some way off the pace I was at mid last year.

Have signed up to my first 10k of the year in May and aim to be under 55 mins.. last year I completed it in 58 mins.

Are you running every day? If so, make sure you get your rest too, don't go too hard too soon!"

I'm not going to.say every day in Jan as I know things will get in the way... but I would hope to run at least 20 out of 31 days.

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Howdy all, I've started my fitness for the year with the aim of running as much in Jan as a I can and then keep it regular after that. I actually started on 28th Dec as I wanted to be in the habit before Jan started..

So far 3 days in and 3 runs completed. Each at just over 6k and getting quicker. Still some way off the pace I was at mid last year.

Have signed up to my first 10k of the year in May and aim to be under 55 mins.. last year I completed it in 58 mins.

Are you running every day? If so, make sure you get your rest too, don't go too hard too soon!

I'm not going to.say every day in Jan as I know things will get in the way... but I would hope to run at least 20 out of 31 days.

"

How many days did you run in December?

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By *icearmsMan
over a year ago

KIDLINGTON


"Howdy all, I've started my fitness for the year with the aim of running as much in Jan as a I can and then keep it regular after that. I actually started on 28th Dec as I wanted to be in the habit before Jan started..

So far 3 days in and 3 runs completed. Each at just over 6k and getting quicker. Still some way off the pace I was at mid last year.

Have signed up to my first 10k of the year in May and aim to be under 55 mins.. last year I completed it in 58 mins.

Are you running every day? If so, make sure you get your rest too, don't go too hard too soon!

I'm not going to.say every day in Jan as I know things will get in the way... but I would hope to run at least 20 out of 31 days.

How many days did you run in December?"

Total of 8 days in December.. wad a very hectic month. 4 of which were at the end of the month..

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Howdy all, I've started my fitness for the year with the aim of running as much in Jan as a I can and then keep it regular after that. I actually started on 28th Dec as I wanted to be in the habit before Jan started..

So far 3 days in and 3 runs completed. Each at just over 6k and getting quicker. Still some way off the pace I was at mid last year.

Have signed up to my first 10k of the year in May and aim to be under 55 mins.. last year I completed it in 58 mins.

Are you running every day? If so, make sure you get your rest too, don't go too hard too soon!

I'm not going to.say every day in Jan as I know things will get in the way... but I would hope to run at least 20 out of 31 days.

How many days did you run in December?

Total of 8 days in December.. wad a very hectic month. 4 of which were at the end of the month.."

20 days might not be good for you then (unless you are planning on some of those being walks rather than runs).

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By *uckOfTheBayMan
over a year ago

Mold

By 'eck it was chilly out there tonight, sub zero, and it's not often that I need to keep my gloves on

Hill repeats tonight, as the x-country this weekend is a bit of a roller coaster, apparently

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over a year ago


"Howdy all, I've started my fitness for the year with the aim of running as much in Jan as a I can and then keep it regular after that. I actually started on 28th Dec as I wanted to be in the habit before Jan started..

So far 3 days in and 3 runs completed. Each at just over 6k and getting quicker. Still some way off the pace I was at mid last year.

Have signed up to my first 10k of the year in May and aim to be under 55 mins.. last year I completed it in 58 mins.

Are you running every day? If so, make sure you get your rest too, don't go too hard too soon!

I'm not going to.say every day in Jan as I know things will get in the way... but I would hope to run at least 20 out of 31 days.

How many days did you run in December?

Total of 8 days in December.. wad a very hectic month. 4 of which were at the end of the month..

20 days might not be good for you then (unless you are planning on some of those being walks rather than runs)."

I agree with WD, especially as you appear to be upping your pace with each run, sounds like a stress injury waiting to happen if you're not very careful. Make sure you listen to your body, and consider backing off if you start to feel any niggles setting in, before they turn into anything serious.

Kudos for your enthusiasm though!

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast

Great to see a surge in posts

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Lots of people I know have signed up for RED (run every day) in January. I did it one December, rubbing at keast a mile every day.

Quite a few people I know have runstrwajscif over 300 days. The great Ron Hill ran every day until last year.

You just have to listen to your body.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

I however am noy doing RED lol I did do a dip in the river on New years day and am now nursing a cold.... I don't think this is a coincidence!

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Lots of people I know have signed up for RED (run every day) in January. I did it one December, rubbing at keast a mile every day.

Quite a few people I know have runstrwajscif over 300 days. The great Ron Hill ran every day until last year.

You just have to listen to your body. "

RED is good, but you also have to rest - There is a way that you can have 24 hours rest between runs and still run every day.

I've known people who run regularly who have done RED and they've been knackered afterwards.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"Lots of people I know have signed up for RED (run every day) in January. I did it one December, rubbing at keast a mile every day.

Quite a few people I know have runstrwajscif over 300 days. The great Ron Hill ran every day until last year.

You just have to listen to your body.

RED is good, but you also have to rest - There is a way that you can have 24 hours rest between runs and still run every day.

I've known people who run regularly who have done RED and they've been knackered afterwards."

When I did it in December I generally ran early mornings before work or lunchtimes at work. Sometimes I ran twice a day. I got my fastest mile time ever during that month.

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By *arryJones1975Man
over a year ago

ely


"I however am noy doing RED lol I did do a dip in the river on New years day and am now nursing a cold.... I don't think this is a coincidence! "

Last time I had any time off work was after a New Years Day skinny dip 6 years ago so with you on that. Get well soon x x x

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"I however am noy doing RED lol I did do a dip in the river on New years day and am now nursing a cold.... I don't think this is a coincidence!

Last time I had any time off work was after a New Years Day skinny dip 6 years ago so with you on that. Get well soon x x x"

I wasn't skinny dipping though.... I don't skinny anything

Thanks lovely x hope the running is going well.... Maybe I'll come over and join you for a parkrun one day as my sister has lived over that way.

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"I however am noy doing RED lol I did do a dip in the river on New years day and am now nursing a cold.... I don't think this is a coincidence! "

Im taking a couple of days off running as I've been nursing a head cold (not manflu just yet), I thought I could run it off but hasn't happened so going to try resting

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"I however am noy doing RED lol I did do a dip in the river on New years day and am now nursing a cold.... I don't think this is a coincidence!

Im taking a couple of days off running as I've been nursing a head cold (not manflu just yet), I thought I could run it off but hasn't happened so going to try resting"

Good plan. Listen to your body x

There is a saying 'in the head, go ahead. On the chest, get some rest' but to be honest I couldn't run today as I'm knackered from lack of sleep.

Hope you feel better soon x

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over a year ago

don't know if I'll run today, 1st night shift after 2 weeks off and I'm knackered, thankfully I've only the one this week but I ache. I'll see how I feel when I wake up, if not I'll go tomorrow

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By *r_FaustusMan
over a year ago

Northampton

Good plan from the OP

I wasn’t on here in 2018, but went from “3km is a long way....!” in Jan to “just done my first half marathon” in October (slow but persistent!). It really is do-able.

Aiming to complete two halves in 2019 and pick up my pace over 5km. And see about getting to the social events

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By *boro_cpleCouple
over a year ago

Peterborough


"Hello everyone.

Happy New Year.

If you have decided to start the New Year off with a fitness kick, then please feel free to join us here. We will motivate you, cajole you (and, in some cases just kick you into getting off the couch).

We are seriously all abilities. And all here to help you.

I believe last year MrsT used to write everyone's progress in the initial post, so if you'd like me to do that then please let me know.

And please remember the parkrun social - you can walk it if you don't think you're up to that level yet. Then we'll meet for the best bit afterwards - cake

Does anyone use the 'run club' features on Strava or runkeeper? Helps to motivate a group!

I've thought about this in the past, unfortunately I don't think you can show bits of your run and hide your location (lots of people are into confidentiality, understandably).

I have a privacy zone set up so I don't think anyone else can see my penthouse suite on Strava. If you want to search me and test this feel free wd

PM me your username!"

Happy to try it out too .... Pretty sure I've set one up that allows you to not post location but post run details length Nd pace etc

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool


"Hello everyone.

Happy New Year.

If you have decided to start the New Year off with a fitness kick, then please feel free to join us here. We will motivate you, cajole you (and, in some cases just kick you into getting off the couch).

We are seriously all abilities. And all here to help you.

I believe last year MrsT used to write everyone's progress in the initial post, so if you'd like me to do that then please let me know.

And please remember the parkrun social - you can walk it if you don't think you're up to that level yet. Then we'll meet for the best bit afterwards - cake

Does anyone use the 'run club' features on Strava or runkeeper? Helps to motivate a group!

I've thought about this in the past, unfortunately I don't think you can show bits of your run and hide your location (lots of people are into confidentiality, understandably).

I have a privacy zone set up so I don't think anyone else can see my penthouse suite on Strava. If you want to search me and test this feel free wd

PM me your username!

Happy to try it out too .... Pretty sure I've set one up that allows you to not post location but post run details length Nd pace etc"

What's the group name??

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Been up for 3 hours, waiting for Mrs GT to get up so I can get my running gear without disturbing her!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

First run done

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

First 'proper' parkrun of the year done after the far more social ones earlier this week. And somewhat chuffed to clock 25.30 as it usually takes a lot longer than 2 weeks to get some speed in my legs after a marathon!

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By *anc79Man
over a year ago

hemel

Finished 1st park run of the year..coming off the back of a cold, i wasn't expecting too much but clocked in at 29.35...very happy

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Went for my jog/walk today but the C25K app stopped every time I shut my phone! Extremely annoying as I started it 6 times throughout my run, I know I did my usual 4.5k but don't know if I ran enough or walked enough! Extremely annoying but I think I did enough. Need to figure out how to get it to run in the background

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over a year ago


"Went for my jog/walk today but the C25K app stopped every time I shut my phone! Extremely annoying as I started it 6 times throughout my run, I know I did my usual 4.5k but don't know if I ran enough or walked enough! Extremely annoying but I think I did enough. Need to figure out how to get it to run in the background "

Annoying when technology let's you down but well done on getting out there regardless!

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool

Had some work done on a tattoo today, ahead of a half marathon tomorrow.

On reflection, this is not the best preparation....... Not to self - must plan better!!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Had some work done on a tattoo today, ahead of a half marathon tomorrow.

On reflection, this is not the best preparation....... Not to self - must plan better!!!"

Hope it's not somewhere that you might chafe!!

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast

22min parkrun this morning, happy with that

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Had some work done on a tattoo today, ahead of a half marathon tomorrow.

On reflection, this is not the best preparation....... Not to self - must plan better!!!"

Oooooo, what ya got? What ya got?

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool


"Had some work done on a tattoo today, ahead of a half marathon tomorrow.

On reflection, this is not the best preparation....... Not to self - must plan better!!!

Oooooo, what ya got? What ya got? "

Just extended some stuff I already had on my arm..... Took 4 hours though!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ran for the first time in 7 weeks yesterday (work, a cold and Xmas got in the way), felt good on the run but I ache this morning

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By *eplicant JoWoman
over a year ago

Sussex countryside

Hi, my little effort seems silly compared to all your goals! But today I walked 1.2km on the treadmill, 30 squats and 30 sit ups. Just been discharged from physio so taking it easy and building up slowly

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By *ocbigMan
over a year ago

Birmingham

Thinking of going for 1000miles this year. did it in 2017, but thinking isn't getting the miles in...first tentative run post calf injury tomorrow. Actually going for 1600 km..don't run in miles..

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By *arryJones1975Man
over a year ago

ely


"I however am noy doing RED lol I did do a dip in the river on New years day and am now nursing a cold.... I don't think this is a coincidence!

Last time I had any time off work was after a New Years Day skinny dip 6 years ago so with you on that. Get well soon x x x

I wasn't skinny dipping though.... I don't skinny anything

Thanks lovely x hope the running is going well.... Maybe I'll come over and join you for a parkrun one day as my sister has lived over that way. "

That would be lovely, it's been ages. x x x

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool

Half marathon done... 1:51. Happy with that as my best in training over Xmas had been 2:05 - starting to get back into distance running again

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"Half marathon done... 1:51. Happy with that as my best in training over Xmas had been 2:05 - starting to get back into distance running again "

That's fantastic, well done!

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"Hi, my little effort seems silly compared to all your goals! But today I walked 1.2km on the treadmill, 30 squats and 30 sit ups. Just been discharged from physio so taking it easy and building up slowly "

It doesn't matter how far, how long, how fast, the main thing is you have done it which is a lot more than others do well done!

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool


"Hi, my little effort seems silly compared to all your goals! But today I walked 1.2km on the treadmill, 30 squats and 30 sit ups. Just been discharged from physio so taking it easy and building up slowly "

You're definitely doing the right thing.... You should never rush your recovery.

Well done for sticking with it!

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By *r_FaustusMan
over a year ago

Northampton


"Hi, my little effort seems silly compared to all your goals! But today I walked 1.2km on the treadmill, 30 squats and 30 sit ups. Just been discharged from physio so taking it easy and building up slowly "

Anything is better than nothing; you’re doing well. Keep going and build up gently - and you’ll look back at the end of the month and see how far you’ve come

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By *eplicant JoWoman
over a year ago

Sussex countryside


"Hi, my little effort seems silly compared to all your goals! But today I walked 1.2km on the treadmill, 30 squats and 30 sit ups. Just been discharged from physio so taking it easy and building up slowly

It doesn't matter how far, how long, how fast, the main thing is you have done it which is a lot more than others do well done!"

Thank you

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By *eplicant JoWoman
over a year ago

Sussex countryside


"Hi, my little effort seems silly compared to all your goals! But today I walked 1.2km on the treadmill, 30 squats and 30 sit ups. Just been discharged from physio so taking it easy and building up slowly

You're definitely doing the right thing.... You should never rush your recovery.

Well done for sticking with it!"

Thanks I know I have to take it easy for a while, sticking to 20 minutes walking every other day for a couple of weeks

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By *eplicant JoWoman
over a year ago

Sussex countryside


"Hi, my little effort seems silly compared to all your goals! But today I walked 1.2km on the treadmill, 30 squats and 30 sit ups. Just been discharged from physio so taking it easy and building up slowly

Anything is better than nothing; you’re doing well. Keep going and build up gently - and you’ll look back at the end of the month and see how far you’ve come "

Thank you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

2nd run done

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Hi, my little effort seems silly compared to all your goals! But today I walked 1.2km on the treadmill, 30 squats and 30 sit ups. Just been discharged from physio so taking it easy and building up slowly

You're definitely doing the right thing.... You should never rush your recovery.

Well done for sticking with it!

Thanks I know I have to take it easy for a while, sticking to 20 minutes walking every other day for a couple of weeks"

Always best to build up slowly. It's definitely better in the long run

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm still going. Did a continuous 3K today. Will aim for the 10K this year.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

End of week 5 on my plan and 12. 5 miles today!

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By *lancmangecplCouple
over a year ago

farnborough

Well not much to brag about here but managed to kick off c25k again and happy that I managed to achieve the same speed and distance as my last attempt. 4.1mph avg speed and 2.05 Miles.

More importantly though, the treadmill plays a video as you run making you think you’re running through a marina. What they didn’t catch on the edit was a bloke with a bunch of mates falling flat on his face! Put me right off!!!!!

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By *harlotte SometimesWoman
over a year ago

Leafy Warwickshire

Hi all,

New to this thread but not new to running. Used to be club runner, never fast though, til life and Fabs got in the way. I mean who wants to get up and go out for a 10 miler when you didn’t get back from Chams til the early hours!!

Returning to running after injury that hasn’t healed properly, fractured metatarsal, so won’t be doing any great distance just hoping for a bit of chat and motivation.

Thanks guys xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Went for a 10 mile hike yesterday and due to run today but I got to the end of the street and turned back as I thought it had stopped raining will jog/walk tomorrow instead but I need to figure out what's happening to my app shutting itself off all the time

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool


"Hi all,

New to this thread but not new to running. Used to be club runner, never fast though, til life and Fabs got in the way. I mean who wants to get up and go out for a 10 miler when you didn’t get back from Chams til the early hours!!

Returning to running after injury that hasn’t healed properly, fractured metatarsal, so won’t be doing any great distance just hoping for a bit of chat and motivation.

Thanks guys xx

"

Welcome to the thread..... Hopefully your injury will heal up quickly and you'll be back to full speed!

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By *harlotte SometimesWoman
over a year ago

Leafy Warwickshire


"Hi all,

New to this thread but not new to running. Used to be club runner, never fast though, til life and Fabs got in the way. I mean who wants to get up and go out for a 10 miler when you didn’t get back from Chams til the early hours!!

Returning to running after injury that hasn’t healed properly, fractured metatarsal, so won’t be doing any great distance just hoping for a bit of chat and motivation.

Thanks guys xx

Welcome to the thread..... Hopefully your injury will heal up quickly and you'll be back to full speed!"

Thankyou. Yes so do I.

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"Went for a 10 mile hike yesterday and due to run today but I got to the end of the street and turned back as I thought it had stopped raining will jog/walk tomorrow instead but I need to figure out what's happening to my app shutting itself off all the time "

Is it a Garmin?

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"Hi all,

New to this thread but not new to running. Used to be club runner, never fast though, til life and Fabs got in the way. I mean who wants to get up and go out for a 10 miler when you didn’t get back from Chams til the early hours!!

Returning to running after injury that hasn’t healed properly, fractured metatarsal, so won’t be doing any great distance just hoping for a bit of chat and motivation.

Thanks guys xx

"

Welcome, hopefully you didn't break your foot while exercising at chams!

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By *harlotte SometimesWoman
over a year ago

Leafy Warwickshire


"Hi all,

New to this thread but not new to running. Used to be club runner, never fast though, til life and Fabs got in the way. I mean who wants to get up and go out for a 10 miler when you didn’t get back from Chams til the early hours!!

Returning to running after injury that hasn’t healed properly, fractured metatarsal, so won’t be doing any great distance just hoping for a bit of chat and motivation.

Thanks guys xx

Welcome, hopefully you didn't break your foot while exercising at chams!"

Ha ha no but it does mean I can’t stand around in heels for long. Have to lie down a lot!

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"Hi all,

New to this thread but not new to running. Used to be club runner, never fast though, til life and Fabs got in the way. I mean who wants to get up and go out for a 10 miler when you didn’t get back from Chams til the early hours!!

Returning to running after injury that hasn’t healed properly, fractured metatarsal, so won’t be doing any great distance just hoping for a bit of chat and motivation.

Thanks guys xx

Welcome, hopefully you didn't break your foot while exercising at chams!

Ha ha no but it does mean I can’t stand around in heels for long. Have to lie down a lot! "

That must be awful

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool


"Hi all,

New to this thread but not new to running. Used to be club runner, never fast though, til life and Fabs got in the way. I mean who wants to get up and go out for a 10 miler when you didn’t get back from Chams til the early hours!!

Returning to running after injury that hasn’t healed properly, fractured metatarsal, so won’t be doing any great distance just hoping for a bit of chat and motivation.

Thanks guys xx

Welcome, hopefully you didn't break your foot while exercising at chams!

Ha ha no but it does mean I can’t stand around in heels for long. Have to lie down a lot! "

Oh dear, what a shame

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

Morning,

Will put up this weeks thread later.

Welcome to the newbies and the returners!

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire


"Went for a 10 mile hike yesterday and due to run today but I got to the end of the street and turned back as I thought it had stopped raining will jog/walk tomorrow instead but I need to figure out what's happening to my app shutting itself off all the time "

Have you got a powersave set up on your phone? Make sure the app you use is on the "allowed" list for apps to run when your screen is locked.

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over a year ago


"Went for a 10 mile hike yesterday and due to run today but I got to the end of the street and turned back as I thought it had stopped raining will jog/walk tomorrow instead but I need to figure out what's happening to my app shutting itself off all the time

Have you got a powersave set up on your phone? Make sure the app you use is on the "allowed" list for apps to run when your screen is locked."

I've tried all that, I've uninstalled it too and it still shuts off if I hold it in my hand it's fine but it's too big to run like that and I dropped it cracked the back. I'm wondering if it's because of my music/ear buds but I don't see how as she talks to me but then turns herself off as soon as my phone turns off and in my pocket. I thought it was using strava as well but nope she's just gone again so frustrating.

Went for a run/walk today, did my usual 4.5k but really need her to talk to me and push me but I was out

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By *lancmangecplCouple
over a year ago

farnborough

Went for second run last night. Note to self that I need a rest day or else I’ll ache like hell after!

Tennis tomorrow so back to running on Friday to complete week 1 of c25k!

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By *nmgCouple
over a year ago

Liverpool

Nice gentle 3 miler last night to loosen up after Sunday. Didn't half notice it getting a bit colder!!!

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Went out at lunch yesterday but was more of a walk than a run as still trying to get over a cold.

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By *boro_cpleCouple
over a year ago

Peterborough

Well done everyone, keep up the effort in the cold! Managed another run this week, planning a 5km tomorrow

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By *harlotte SometimesWoman
over a year ago

Leafy Warwickshire

Need to wrap up folks. It’s bitter out there today. Don’t want things getting frostbite!

So far this week I’ve managed 5 walks, 1 short run and 2 swims.

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By *elfastblondMan
over a year ago

Belfast


"Need to wrap up folks. It’s bitter out there today. Don’t want things getting frostbite!

So far this week I’ve managed 5 walks, 1 short run and 2 swims. "

Its tropical in NI, 11 deg at 7pm, unreal

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By *alking Disaster OP   Woman
over a year ago

South Oxfordshire

New thread!

https://m.fabswingers.com/forum/lounge/840794#message_18548594

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