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Whatever the Weather...August Quest...Week 3...Feel free to join in .

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Hi there , welcome to the third week of the Quest.

How are your targets or goals coming along, now that the weather is, for some of us feeling fresher.

Still so much variation in our running weather, but many of us are getting the runs in, and achieving great things too!

The runs are always out there and always waiting for us.. so, if you are able, let us know how it's all going and get out there and enjoy those runs!

Please, remember that we should aim to be prepared for anything the weather throws at us...including good hydration, ( every day ) and of course.. sunscreen!

So.... healthy and happy running everyone as we head onwards!

What the Quest is:-

The Quest takes one month . You can join any time, within those weeks.

The main aim of the Quest is to help you find a focus or goal that you would like to achieve by the end of the Quest period.

I ask that you will be a Graduate to join the Quest. The main reason I ask this, is that while you are doing the programme, your plan is very structured, so I wouldn't want the Quest to interfere with that.

Most popular goals are:-

To run three times a week

To slowly increase distance

To train for a specific race

To add In Stretch and Strength exercises

As you can see they are personal to yourself and it's totally your own choice.

Every week I will pin a new post, where all the members of the Quest can talk about how things are going.

So if you wanted to join all you have to do is put;

I would like to join the Quest, or count me in, and then I would like to. ..............

Your name will then be added to the top post and every week your name will be in the Quest until the end.

At the end of the Quest, there will be a certificate that you can download to keep.

Wishing you a happy, healthy and safe week.

Oldfloss, Realfoodieclub, Ju-Ju , and Millsie-J

Ruth_canal-runner

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LittleNell83

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Jay66UK

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LiisaM

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Becky1606

0505k

Fernshome

Anniemurph

Millsie-J

Agelesslass

Jaz20

DebJogsOn

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Mummycav

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Gilliano666

jeffbird

lexi16

mountaindreamer

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JoOnTheRun

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Sandyscroll profile image
SandyscrollGraduate10

I'm hopping on board here if that's okay. I went to the physio for the first time yesterday, and I have exercises to do.

90 left leg squats

Left leg raises from laying on my side and back

Stretching a yellow band round my knees... and...

Core... Core... Core!

Let's hope this works. 💪🙏

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toSandyscroll

Fingers crossed! xxx

in reply toSandyscroll

I’m doing something similar but not 90 reps ! I think it’s good. Pilates too 😉

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SandyscrollGraduate10 in reply to

It:s good to know you are alongside me on this...and with Pilates added in for good measure! I struggle with exercises at home where the audience is, shall we say, 'unappreciative' of my efforts! 😉

in reply toSandyscroll

I have put my mat permanently behind the sofa. I grunt and groan there but the cat and the man hardly bat an eyelid now.

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SandyscrollGraduate10 in reply to

Lol! You have it all worked out 👍. There are 4 of us in my house, 2 teenagers, a very poorly retired friend, and loads of mobility equipment...the middle of the living room floor or squished down the side of my bed are the only 2 spaces available...which is one of the many reasons why I like to run. 🙂

in reply toSandyscroll

Imagine if you didn’t run. Lives might be at risk. I think you need to claim a mat space somewhere. They’ll get used to it. I close my ears to « stretching shouldn’t hurt ». That’d be the rolling but I don’t explain. 😳

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toSandyscroll

Head up to me Sandy.... loads of space and always room for a friend:) xxx

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MandiV

I would like to join please - I graduated this week (yesterday) yippee!!! And I would like to increase the distance I can run in 30 minutes and run 3 times per week. I’m soooooo pleased to be here!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toMandiV

Well done... I will add you to the list!

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skysue16Graduate10

Hello OldFloss, I am doing well - on week 3 (C25k again!). I have managed to run the warm down 5 mins a couple of times too, so progress 😊

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toskysue16

Huge well done!

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MummycavAdministratorGraduate10

Hi Oldfloss ...W7R1 completed this morning...😉

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toMummycav

Go girl!

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Jay66UKGraduate10

Continuing ju-ju-‘s programme with W5. Done the 5k and 4K, the latter this morning with a fastest time. Jumping to 9k this weekend rather than repeating the 8k as that went so well on Saturday.

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DebJogsOn in reply toJay66UK

Exciting times Jay! Good luck with the 9k 😊

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DebJogsOn

Well I've sadly said goodbye to lovely Cornish runs and coastal walking but have kept up the running on alternate days and am still having fun - which is my August target. Used the audiofuel 180 pyramid intervals download this morning and felt mighty fine 😊 - even managing a gentle jog home (rather than collapsing In a heap and breathlessly shuffling back like normal 😂). Am now beginning to ponder on what I do to celebrate my 1 year runniversary (of starting C25K on Sunday...

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Jay66UKGraduate10 in reply toDebJogsOn

Sounds like a great excuse for a bit of bling. Register for a virtual race medal??

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toJay66UK

Great fun !

in reply toDebJogsOn

Some new gear ? Or possibly a sports massage. Nice in a masochistic way

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply to

Well....my Sports Physio is well worth the pain:) x

DebJogsOn profile image
DebJogsOn in reply to

Am liking the new gear idea - but not sure where / how far to run to mark the occasion.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toDebJogsOn

Just a route you really enjoy :)

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mountaindreamerGraduate10

Hi Oldfloss 😃

Just ran my 8k on Juju’s plan this morning, so that’s progressing. Will end up being 1 run down from 3 this week to avoid running 2 days in a row (just been out in Snowdonia for a couple of days scrambling / walking to bottom of a remote climb that we then didn’t do due to weather!) but thought I’d end up having this week off, so not really a failing. (Looking at the weather due in Snowdonia the rest of this week, we’ll not be back out there!)

I’m reviewing my 3rd goal, which was to run a lot more slowly for my longer runs, as I’m now thinking I’ll get to 10k without needing to aim too much slower than my “normal” pace... we’ll see! 😊❤️

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply tomountaindreamer

Mostly positives there :) I am out in Wales next week ! Hoping for some decent weather:)

Hang in there and once you find that happy pace:)

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mountaindreamerGraduate10 in reply toOldfloss

Hope you get much better weather next week, Oldfloss , and that 23rd finally brings good news...😊❤️🏃‍♀️

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply tomountaindreamer

Thanks... and me for the 23rd!!!! Please let it be good news :) Thanks youxxx

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O505kGraduate10

Doing ok. My aim is to run 10 times in Aug. So far have completed 5. In theory 50% done for 50% of the time but I think the last week will be petty busy so little time for running.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toO505k

Just hang in there:)

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Jaz20Graduate10

Going well thank you - liking the slightly cooler conditions. Have done speed work with the running club which was much more fun than doing it on my own. Gently upped my distance to 8k this morning (slow & steady) and looking forward to starting Ju Ju’s 10k plan.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toJaz20

Well done!

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pianoteacherGraduate10

Another successful week of questing for me.

Ran on the track last Monday for the first time - it's amazing fun (in a hard work, masochistic way 😂). Some super speedy people there but the sessions are really well structured and everyone is really lovely.

Managed another 10 mins of yoga which is better than nothing!

Only ran once with my son last week (at a junior running club session) but he ran with his Dad at parkrun and by himself for the first time at junior parkrun so I'm pretty pleased with that 😁

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply topianoteacher

Well done you!

LiisaM profile image
LiisaM

I am not doing too well. I have been missing runs and even walks, although I AM walking the dog which is not usual for me. My husband requires monitoring with his dementia and broken ankle which is slow in healing.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toLiisaM

Gosh... hard going. Just do what you can and when you can xxx

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LiisaM in reply toOldfloss

Thank you for your encouragement, as I have been particularly weary today. Tonight I was asked about 10 times, "Have you walked the dog?" <Sigh!>

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toLiisaM

Oh dear... I know from my experience with my own Mum, how hard that is...it is so tiring all the time. All you can do is try very hard to find a little space of time where you can just head out on your own..just for a gentle jogette... is there anyone who could be around as carer, while you could do that ?

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LiisaM in reply toOldfloss

My son is here, but is going back to college in a week.... : ( ...and the problem is that morning is the only time it is cool enough to run--and I am TIRED!!!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toLiisaM

Oh dear..I wish I could help😣

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LiisaM in reply toOldfloss

You do--just by running these challenges. I REALLY need the challenges just to keep going on my OLD routine. Thanks, OF!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toLiisaM

Okay! Go you!!! Right here for you!

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Jundal

Hey guys, I'll join! I aim to run 3 times weekly, and increase to 5k solid running within a month! Maybe even more...

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AlissumGraduate10

Another good week for me. Ran three times, 11km, and 2 x 5km. One of the 5km was my second Parkrun. Took 1minute 18 seconds off my time from the previous week, so very happy.

I'm going to rethink my goal of Spinning. The class is on a Friday evening. It is HIIT Spinning and is brutal! My legs were complaining too much on the Parkrun. I've cancelled my place for this week.

Happy running everyone :-)

I’ll have to check my fridge door to see what week of ju-ju s plan I’m on. I’ve done an 8km to finish last week and a 4km to start this week. So that leaves a 5km and another 8km. I’m tired from running and Pilates and stretching and strengthening. So I’m having a night off. Don’t want to overdo it. I need to get my high vis jacket out for tomorrow. It’s getting darker !

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DebJogsOn in reply to

I've noticed the getting darker thing too - it is a tad depressing!

in reply toDebJogsOn

Nearly got run over last night at 7pm. It was very gloomy. I’ll be more prepared next time. Is it autumn already ?

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply to

Not quite

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DebJogsOn in reply to

Really hope not - am enjoying the summer vibe too much!

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AnniemurphGraduate10

Hi Floss! I ran a hill, I ran a hill, I ran a hill! Go me! Admittedly it was the smallest of the three, but I didn't think I might make it all the way to the top in one go and I did! Woohoo!

So my next run this week is to get the bus up the Trail on Friday to the next point and trot back down, which should give me about 13 - 14k. :O

I've eased off on the gym work after advice from wise people on the other forum :D Still going, but less :D

Happy running, all!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toAnniemurph

A HILL !!!!!!! Blimey O'Riley!!!! Wowsers!

Go you ... that sounds fantastic and your trail run too... I am going to head to Parsley Hay at some point.. and run back down! ( If the consultant does not rain on my parade)

You are really motoring again! Well done you! xxx

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AnniemurphGraduate10 in reply toOldfloss

Floss, if you run down from Parsley Hay then you can do the Tissington HM :) Get yourself on the transfers and withdrawals list! xx

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Bandahicup

I would like to join the quest and improve my distance on my runs. I only graduated on Sunday so still learning.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toBandahicup

Sounds like a plan :) Well done... Steady and slow and maybe.. get some consolidation runs in.. different distances, shorter and longer, just see where you get to, runs...

You run more, and it all begins to evolve... :)

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Lynne1916

Can you count me in? Graduation a week ago and now on consolidation runs

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10 in reply toLynne1916

Surely I will :) Well done you!

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SaskAlliecatGraduate10

This week has been a struggle. I managed to get some great runs in last week while on holidays despite some crazy high temperatures and forest fire smoke just by getting out early morning before the day got too bad, but this week is a whole other story ☹️. I managed a run Monday night, in town, on the tarmac...boo! And really struggled to find my rhythm. I’ve been running so many hilly trail runs lately that I came across a gravel road on my city run that ran down hill on a road I hadn’t really travelled before so I decided to run down it, knowing I would get to run back up it. It was starting to get dark and the road was heading out of town on a very isolated road so I only ran until it leveled out that turned around and ran up it. Well, that was what I needed. I found my rhythm and carried on for a very enjoyable just shy of 8k run. I spent the last 2 k seeking out any little incline I could find. Yup, I’ve become that crazy person 🤪. I had then planned to run Wed night but got called in to work after hours to help a colleague out so that was the end of that night, was on call Thursday night so another no-go, was supposed to leave town yesterday for a weekend get away with my husband’s family and all our hot rods and boler trailers heading to a car show, but had to delay leaving so we could attend the funeral of the mother of one of our dearest friends. So by 4pm, it was 36C, in a black 1930 Model A with out air conditioning, pulling a black boler. It was sitting on our driveway loaded and ready to go while we were at the funeral, but on returning, noticed there was a fuel leak from one of the tanks and then the car didn’t want to start. Why were we doing this?!? It is a 3 1/2 to 4 hour drive, in the late afternoon, in blistering heat. The car isn’t happy, we’re not happy, the temperature gauge inside the trailer is reading 50 C....yuck!!! Car show isn’t until Sunday, so we decided stay home in our air conditioned house, got the car started and backed it and the trailer into the shade with the windows and door open and left this morning with a much more reasonable weather forecast. Unfortunately, the smoke from the 500+ forest fires rampaging British Columbia have blown across the western provinces and although we've been in special air quality advisories for the last 2 weeks, it is at a whopping 9 (on a scale of 10 - so high risk for breathing issues and complications) where we are right now. I had planned on going for a run while my son and husband’s family went watersliding but the smoke is so heavy, it is burning my eyes and throat. Probably best not to head out for a 9k run, along grid roads, when just breathing is hard. Boohoo... I guess I should’ve went to the pool. The wind has picked up so maybe some of the smoke will clear and I can run tonight. I can only imagine what it must be like to live in the communities adjacent to the forest fires. It puts things into perspective; a lost run is no big deal in the grand scheme of things. There are many people who have lost their homes or are at risk of losing their homes if these fires can’t get under control.

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply toSaskAlliecat

Sounds like there’s such a lot going on! You’re right, in the whole scheme of things, running should be something to look forward to and right now doesn’t seem like the environment for running is great. I do hope that things get under control soon and everyone stays safe. ❤️

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ArcherJ

I think this could be the one for me. Just graduated and need to consolidate the 30 mum run thing, get a bit faster, add strength and conditioning in so I can move onto magic number 10

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