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Crissy field Park Run: San Francisco!

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Equi-geekGraduate10
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Hi all!

Been loving reading the posts but massively busy with work projects (self employed, so weekends are never sacred thanks to people trying to book appointments at 9pm on Saturday evenings) and still trying to get the running mojo back after being injured 6 months ago and gaining a stone in weight (and still not stopping the rot 😞)

Long story short - I had the opportunity to meet with Silicon Valley venture capitalists and learn about the investment and business scene in SF, with Barclay’s Bank Global Connect and Commonwealth Ventures. The course was Monday to Wednesday and I begged the OH (who I left at home with the dog, for once) to stay until Saturday because of Parkrun at Crissy Field. I felt is was a nice highlight to the running year since being forced to abandon my attempt at Swindon HM when I got injured.

It was a stunning view - but very windy. We were lucky to not have the 30 degC temperatures from earlier in the week - nor the drizzle from the day before. The walk back to Fisherman’s Wharf was definitely worth the effort and so rewarding with sights.

I didn’t stop smiling all week - and I smiled as I ran too. I do enjoy running. It just kills me at the moment, but I think I need to do some nice short, slow runs to get that ‘I can do this’ feeling back again. Right now it’s hard watching so many VRBs and actual running buddies getting so much faster, running so much further, while I am so unfit and fat, especially as this time last year I was in full swing heading into the Great South.

But I loved SF and the people. There were runners from around the world at Parkrun too. If you get the chance to spend a few days exploring the city then definitely go. You won’t regret it!

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GoGo_JoJoGraduate10

Aw so glad you got a happy run in and whilst travelling too!😁

Comparisons really do rob us of joy, we're all on our own journeys and must just try to keep to our own paths. 👎🏼

Its awful when work takes over your life like that, so unfair.

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply toGoGo_JoJo

Thanks JoJo - I am a terrible patient and competitor, and usually avoid comparisons and competitions for that very reason. I learned to cope in business, so I am sure I can bring my head around in my hobbies too!

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Fabulous450Graduate10

Equi!! 👋🏽👋🏽👋🏽! You look amazing! Look at you! 🤩!

I get that you’ve got a goal and I’m sure you’ll get there. I’ve slipped in my routine. You’re not alone. Unfortunately life sometimes put the brakes on us, but your goal is to keep on and that’s always a big inspiration. That smile tells me it’s worth it and I couldn’t agree more. Keep going Equi, I’m right behind you, trying to do the same.

The Great South Run is still there and I can see you smiling crossing that line too! 🤗🤗❤️

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply toFabulous450

Thanks Fab! Sorry to hear you’ve struggled a bit too hugs 🤗

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply toEqui-geek

Yes I have ☺️, but always glad to be reminded that it’s not over unless I can say I don’t ever want to put those running shoes on again. I think we’re going to be just fine! 🤗❤️

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cheekychipmunksGraduate10

Oh Equi what a joyous photo! I’m so happy you got a chance to run in beautiful SF. Of all places, that one is surely a good one to start getting your mojo back. 😍

It all sounds very exciting for you! 👍😀👏

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply tocheekychipmunks

Thanks cheeky! 🤞🏻🤞🏻 I need to make running a priority again and hope I stay injury free for a while 😁👍

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Sandie1961Graduate10

What a fantastic opportunity to do a parkrun so close to such an icon! I hope you go a mention for having travelled so far. Your huge smile says everything. Enjoying it is the main thing 😃

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply toSandie1961

It was fun - there were people there for all over the world! Very global event 🤣

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grumpyoldgirl

What a fabulous photo, and so nice to see you back on your journey. I remember SF from the dim and distant past, my OH used to windsurf there while I kept my fleece firmly on, and my feet onshore! I was very far from being a runner then though, I have PR jealousy now!

I know it's hard but be patient and build up slowly, and one day you'll find that it's suddenly easier, and your body remembers some of its fitness from BIC ( Before Injury Couch). Hope Mr Equi has recovered from his dog-sitting!

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply togrumpyoldgirl

Thanks grumpy! They still windsurf on the bay there - and there is outdoor swimming in a harbour that has almost an amphitheater on the shore - lovely looking venue! Mr Equi was happy to have me home - almost as much as the dog 🤣

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Deals1Graduate10

Ohhh fab pic. U look well happy 😊. Pleased to see u back. U'll get there 👌👍. Sorry but I must have missed u being injured and did wonder where u were. Take it easy

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply toDeals1

Thanks Deals - ach it’s my flipping arthritic hip(s) - the Hamstrings calves and glutes weren’t taking enough of a role, I have poor core stability too, so the imbalance with my over-active quads meant the hip wasn’t as supported as it should have been when I ran. Fine up to 5k when nice and slow, but faster and longer caused a lot of pain. So 16 weeks of physio and had to adjust how I ran, but still a lot of niggles with the new running style and pain in the back of my knee now too - so am still working through everything. Think I need miles on my new running muscles 😁🤣👍

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FlaraflarkinGraduate10

Hey Equi!!🤗 Lovely to see your lovely smile, and that you're still sporting your GoodGym tshirt 💪👊🏃‍♀️ Good on you for getting out there again ~ so pleased you are now post-injury 🦋❤️🦋

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply toFlaraflarkin

Thanks Flara 🦋 am working my way back into things!!

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Jogunlikely

Equi what a lovely photo! 😊

Glad you are rediscovering your mojo 👍 many of my friends have been to SF and it seems you were super lucky the bridge wasn't hidden by fog. Obviously the sun shines on the righteous xxx

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply toJogunlikely

Haha! Think I was due a bit of luck - thanks JuL 👍

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Oh wow. How exciting, that looks fantastic. Well done for fitting in a parkrun whilst away in San Francisco.

Damien

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply todamienair

Thanks Damien

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TartancatGraduate10

Oh Equi, it certainly sounds like you got your mojo back in San Francisco - what a fabulous place to run!

And try not to feel down about your lack of running. Life (and injuries) get in the way, but you're determined. Don't think of it as trying to get back to where you were, but just concentrate on improving on where you are now. As OldFloss says, those runs will be waiting for you!

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply toTartancat

Thanks TC - they sure are and am now under chiropractics orders to start running again 🤣

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OldgirlrunsGraduate10

Good to hear from you again Equi-geek! Sorry to hear about your extended lay off but I hope you’re on the road to recovery. Isn’t it annoying how easy it is to put the weight on and how much harder it is to shift it?! I love SF - that PR sounds gorgeous!

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply toOldgirlruns

It’s fantastic scenery - you’ll have to have a go next time!!! Thanks OGR 👍

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Dexy5Graduate10

I love San Francisco Equi and am very envious of you doing parkrun there. You were so inspirational to me when I saw you at the great South run last year, so soon after doing c25k. So I know that you are going to get back into that happy zone with your running again. Life just takes over sometimes. That run will probably be the spurt you needed.

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Equi-geekGraduate10 in reply toDexy5

Thanks Dexy5 - I hope so - I need to sort my diary out and start to book appointments with myself to ride the horse, train the dog, and go swimming as well 🙄🤣 Not enough hours...

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CoddfishGraduate10

That one is on my tourism envy target list - some day perhaps after Trump has gone. Sounds as wonderful as I imagined. Well done.

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over61andstilltryingGraduate10

Hi Equi-geek,

Lovely to see this fantastic photo! Just brilliant! Well done to you! I am sorry that you have had injuries to contend with. You look vibrant, full of joy and energy. What a really, super photo!

My husband I visited SF last year and I had read they have a Parkrun, but we were not there on a Saturday.

All the best for he coming week. 😊🌸

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JaoJaoGraduate10

Wow! Thank you for posting this! My brother lives in San Fran and I had heard there is a parkrun there! X

Well done for getting your Saturday morning fix! This is what makes parkrun such a beauty, it’s global x

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alisonxGraduate10

Wow - what a fantastic place to run! Looks like you enjoyed every minute...love the picture you look so happy :-) Here's to the start of your renewed love of running, and getting a routine that suits you x

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