I 💗 PARKRUN

Well, that could be my last parkrun until after my 10k race in 2 weeks 😬 I think I'm going to try two long runs next week... Maybe two 10k runs and then seriously rest up for the race. We shall see.

Parkrun was fantastic today, just the right weather for it. Someone asked me for directions in the car park, she was new to this parkrun. Sounds like she's doing something similar to couch to 5k with a running group. She was on week 6 and running 25 minutes non stop, she couldn't believe how far she could run... It all sounded so familiar. She seemed a bit nervous about Parkrun and the 5k distance, we've all been there.

Anyway I ran a PB and I was walking back and I saw her not far behind, I gave her a big cheer and a clap, she was absolutely flying so I'm sure she'll be happy with that performance.

This is why I love Parkrun and couch to 5k. You just connect with people instantly, we're on the same journey.

Happy running everyone. Happy Parkrun day! 😁

[Stephen_UK Graduate10]

Well done on that PB!

[Hidden in reply to Stephen_UK]

Thank you! Wasn't as hot as last week 🥵 so I think that helped. 😄

[Stephen_UK Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

Yes, a nice fresh breeze too. Good luck preparing for the big event.

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

Well done clubberlang for both your PB and supporting the parkrun newbie. I ♥️ parkrun 2!

[Hidden in reply to Dexy5]

Thanks Dexy! YAY PARKRUN! 💗

[backintime Graduate10]

Well done on your pb ! And for encouraging the newbie (I will be the newbie in August lol, I hope someone is as nice to me).

[Hidden in reply to backintime]

Good luck, i'm sure you'll love it. Loads of nice people at parkrun 😀 Plus I don't think you'll get kittens attacking your feet.. maybe ducks though. 🐈😁🦆

[backintime Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

I looked at Stephen_UK hilliest parkrun list and scared myself, I think I will ask my parents to move somewhere less hilly before August

[Hidden in reply to backintime]

Is it a hard one!? 😬...Is it hilly? Debston does one of the hardest parkruns in the UK! She loves it...apart from the "sodding hills". 😂

[backintime Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

it doesn't look too easy for a novice outside runner it is up nearer the top of the list

debston has all my respect, she is awesome

[Debston Graduate10 in reply to backintime]

Aw, shucks! 💖

[Debston Graduate10 in reply to backintime]

Least they could do really... 😂

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10]

Congratulations on your PB this morning at your parkrun and encouraging other first time runners, I am looking forward to my first parkrun next Saturday, 162 hours to go and counting. 😊 🏃 Good luck for running your 10K race in two weeks. 😊 🏃

[Hidden in reply to AlMorr]

Thanks Al... Exciting stuff, good luck with your parkrun. You'll be flying around it in your new trainers.

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

👍 🏃

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

Well done clubberlang! Sounds like the perfect morning for you - a PB is always welcome isn’t it? 💪👊😀

[Hidden in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Thanks Cheeky, yes it is nice. I think the cooler weather really helped. Also training for 10k has definitely improved my 5k. I'm enjoying it a lot more now.

[Hidden]

Oh, how I am itching to get back to running!! Your posts are a great read. Love that you helped out the newbie Parkrunner. Hopefully that’ll be me before too long - am aiming to try a tentative “jogette” this week and see if my foot holds up. Good luck with the 10k race training. You’re doing fab!!

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Awww thanks Delly, I'm glad you like them. Good luck with your jogette, It must be so frustrating for you, but you'll be back out there soon and we'll be here to celebrate and cheer you on. x

[Debston Graduate10]

Yay, so proud of you, my virtual running buddy - you're doing brilliantly. I was reading a running book I seem to have bought myself and it talks about "tapering" your runs before a race so you can perform your best in the actual race. Sounds like what you're planning on doing! Well done for your new pb at Parkrun - great stuff!

[Hidden in reply to Debston]

Thanks Debs! Yeah that's it, tapering... makes sense really, you just don't want to be knackered when you do your run, or have any niggling injuries. BUT you don't want to go in there rusty either, so it's a fine line. I think I'm going to find it quite hard to do, I don't like my rest days anymore 😒

Also... if you go to Hastings I can be your real running buddy! Yay! 😆HASTINGS! 😁

[Debston Graduate10 in reply to Hidden]

Yes it does make good sense,giving yourself the best possible chance. And I will have a think about Hastings, it does sound like a brilliant one to do, if you like running ridiculously long distances... 😂

[lexi6 Graduate10]

Congrats on your PB clubberlang. 👍

[Hidden in reply to lexi6]

Thanks Lexi! Hope your pooch is feeling better.

[lexi6 Graduate10]

Yes, thanks clubberlang she’s doing much better, she’s down to just one antibiotic now. All systems up and working, as we are back to the normal 3 bags on her walk today! 🐶💩

[grumpyoldgirl]

Great post as usual, club, nice work! Love c25k, love parkrun 😊

[Hidden in reply to grumpyoldgirl]

Thanks grumpy. 😁... You don't seem grumpy to me. 😂

[grumpyoldgirl in reply to Hidden]

😂😂😂😘

[Wimborne]

Ooo that sounds such a good run. Great news on PB and very exciting that race day is coming soon. And I am sure your fabulous and unexpected support to that runner will stay with them.

[Hidden in reply to Wimborne]

Must admit I'm really looking forward to this race, I've always wanted to run in London. I thought I had plenty of time but it's flown by.

How are you Wimborne? Hope there's been some more progress. I can't wait to see a post telling us that you're out there running again.

[Wimborne in reply to Hidden]

Ooo London too how fab is that. Insanely jealous. Can’t wait to read all about it. And I am beyond excited. I have been walking on treadmill and doing bike etc but I did a wobbly type of bouncy jog on the treadmill this week which wasn’t too bad at all pain wise so am off out tonight to the park to see what I can do ....yay!!!!

[Hidden in reply to Wimborne]

Yay! That's great news! Good luck. 💗