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BLOOMING JUNE ! ... Quest for June 2020... Last few days of June...

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...It is hot and it is steamy...Are we still on track?

Well, running friends, here we are again heading towards JULY. Can you believe it?

The weather has presented quite an extra challenge for many of us, the humidity and the unusual temperatures, have made our running, interesting!

I have managed to stay running, at much earlier times, but even at 6 a.m. it is warm! I am taking part in the (Not) Park runs right now and trying to improve my time. Why I have chosen an uphill route for that, remains a mystery...maybe the heat has gone to my head! Yoga is still part of each day and also making time to just relax and take stock:)

I have had an absolute whale of a time doing the Quest this month. Watching everyone's progress and reading the posts and replies has been inspirational! Your sheer love of what you are doing and the way you adapt to changes, successes and pitfalls is amazing.

It has, as ever, been an absolute privilege to be here with you all.

Folk have improved speed, improved distance, got out running three times a week again, just simply, got out running!

There have been old friends, and new friends here on the Quest , and the reappearance of some chums, after really long absences, it has been quite wonderful!

Please, please, please post your replies and tell us how it has all gone so far and whether you feel that you have met those targets! I know that I still have not made my longer distance run target... but, there is always next month. Slow and steady, I know I will make it:)

So... where do we go from here?

These are still very uncertain times, testing times; there is little point in pretending that everything is fine, we do not know how events will unfold over the next weeks... so for us, the only way we can go is of course...

Onward and Upward:)

I am really looking forward to your replies over the next few days, so keep on, keeping on, stay cool, stay safe and mostly, stay happy :)

Oldfloss x

PS

See you all on the July Quest ?

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AlMorr profile image
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So my Quest for June was to complete 10 10K's by the end of the month, I did not run all of them in June, my first one was last September and ran 4/10Ks in the "glorious" month of June.

Like you I have been doing my runs before 8am, I began my final 10K at 6.30am on Wednesday 24th June.

Onwards and upwards to July and I will try and get to 10 miles, just over 16K by the end of the month by increasing by 1 Kilometre a week until I get to 16K.

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toAlMorr

Simply fantastic...you have done incredibly well.

That 10 mile is well within your reach...and it is very special!

Stay safel, my friend.

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AlMorrAmbassadorGraduate10β€’ in reply toOldfloss

Thank you FlossπŸ‘

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toAlMorr

PS

I was as excited when I ran my first 20 miles as the day I graduated πŸ˜‰

AlMorr profile image
AlMorrAmbassadorGraduate10β€’ in reply toOldfloss

20 miles is nearly half marathon which you ran last year, I am not sure if I will run a half marathon, but first I will try for that 10 miles.

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Dexy5Graduate10β€’ in reply toAlMorr

Well done Al, there’s no stopping you now. πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Don’t go tripping over that beard though.

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AlMorrAmbassadorGraduate10β€’ in reply toDexy5

The beard is still growing, over six inches, when I took that photo is was 5 inches.

This morning I ran my 15th virtual and 2nd (not) parkrun, since I have started running those midweek 10K's my Saturday times have been getting a teeny bit slower, a few weeks ago my 5k time was 32.14, this morning it was 34.07. nevertheless, it's not going to stop me from gradually increasing my midweek runs until the end of July when I hope to run a little over16K or 10 miles by increasing by 1K a week, next Wednesday I hope to run 11K.

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Sparkey500060minGraduate

My quest was to get my routine back.....three times a week and I was doing so well until the crazy heat came along...I cannot manage the heat sitting still never mind running. With not sleeping well 6am runs were not an option if I was to sustain home schooling and a full time job without me biting someone’s head off!! So I admitted defeat. The weather is suppose to be cooler again so I’ll continue my quest into next month too. Thanks for organising it really did help me focus on what mattered running wise! X

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toSparkey5000

Huge HUGE well done to you...you got back to it ....and this heat as you say is bad enough...but home schooling and working! You deserve a medal! At least I can rest in the day!

I look forward to watching you as you move on...

Stay safe xx

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GoogleMeGraduate10β€’ in reply toSparkey5000

Bravo you - 'not biting someone's head off' is a very worthwhile goal!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toGoogleMe

A real win!πŸ˜‰

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Dexy5Graduate10

Whoop whoop whoop . I ran a straight 5k at (not)parkrun with my running chums this week. I was really pleased with the run as it seemed easier than previous runs with walking breaks. At 37:03, It’s still much slower than pre-injury but that’s something I can build on as I get stronger.

I think (not) parkrun is a great initiative and well timed. It helps give us a bit of a push to get out on those runs.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toDexy5

Absolutely fantastic...what a milestone after your injury...and yes..the non Park run does get us going

It was so hot this morning , but it made me go and do it!

Time to build everything up as we move into next month..just take care my friend.

Stay safe xx

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Dexy5Graduate10β€’ in reply toOldfloss

Yes Oldfloss, I will consolidate at 5k a few weeks before I move on to longer runs. I’ve also asked the physio to give me a final check over once he opens next month, so that we can clear up any weak areas.

He has been great, no charges raised for all my virtual appointments on Skype.

I must also give credit to @upthestanley who has been a brilliant support during the rehab runs.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toDexy5

That is just perfect...and UpTheStanley ....what a guy!!

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Beachcomber66Graduate10β€’ in reply toDexy5

Way to go Dexy5. A significant mile(5k) stone in your comeback. You will be match fit and ready well before Park Run returns. πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toBeachcomber66

Won't she just?

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Beachcomber66Graduate10β€’ in reply toOldfloss

πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ’₯

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Dexy5Graduate10β€’ in reply toBeachcomber66

Aah thank you both. Yes bring it on. πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™‚οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ

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Tbae

Lovey post Floss.Thanks for the Blooming June Quest which has ended somewhat confused.πŸ€”

I am hopeful to finish with a week4 : 4x10k.😱

πŸƒβ€β™€οΈβ­οΈπŸ‘πŸ‘β€οΈπŸ’ͺπŸ™

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toTbae

You are most welcome and you have done incredibly well and made terrific progress...we will look forward to watching how you move on...and I am hopeful that at some point you and I will manage a Not Park run in Wales!

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Tbae

Thanks Floss.

Yes our plans got highjacked.

Stay safe.πŸ‘©β€β€οΈβ€πŸ‘¨πŸ’ͺπŸ™πŸ‘πŸ‘

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toTbae

We will get there.. !

GoogleMe profile image
GoogleMeGraduate10

Quest very much not yet at the finish line for me but still within my grasp. I'll have to make sure I don't skip a day of yoga to achieve 'more often than not' and I do still need to bag that 5K... I've had commitments too early to get out first thing and then walked with my husband in the evenings. I have a route in mind and thought I might do it today but when my much fitter brother declared it was too hot for him to run, we opted for a distanced chip eating on the hill instead.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toGoogleMe

Have to say..chip eating on the hill wins every time..for your other targets...there is time..the 5K will come..you know that..

GoogleMe profile image
GoogleMeGraduate10β€’ in reply toOldfloss

It will and it has... actually over 6k as it turned out in hot sun and driving rain (the driving rain actually very welcome at that stage and took my mind off a rather grotty track near the end) Lots and lots and lots of gates and squeezer stiles.

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toGoogleMe

Yeay....all weather runner! You got there and beyond!

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GoogleMeGraduate10

BTW made it to Rainster Rocks the other day (walk, through cows) But had a funny turn so it was a head between the knees job.

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toGoogleMe

Oh wow and oh no!! We were there Monday!!

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Mum22boysGraduate10

Great post Oldfloss and thank you for overseeing our questing this month. 8k was achieved last Sunday so this Sunday I'll either do this again or might go for 8.5k. On track for with interval sessions, definitely noticing I'm recovering quite quickly after the faster run section's, and still on track for achieving 60k in June. Having said all that I'm feeling a bit flat.. πŸ˜• I've noticed when I run my heart rate goes pretty high, although I could still talk to someone, so deliberately slowed down doing the 8k last Sunday and although heart rate was lower it still seems high πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ I don't know if its linked but I therefore feel like I'm going backwards rather than improving because I feel like I'm going to have to slow down. My late addition to the quest of cutting out sugar is going well so far (although I do miss a Friday night chocolate). Ingredients arriving with the ocado man on Sunday to make sugar free chocolate truffles so fingers crossed 🀞

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Dexy5Graduate10β€’ in reply toMum22boys

I’ve tried runs where I try to stay 150bpm or under. It does focus you on having a slower run once a week. Why not give it a try with a rate below your normal maximum.

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Mum22boysGraduate10β€’ in reply toDexy5

I've just checked my last 3 non interval runs.. avergae heart rate was 153/154 bpm The 8k I ran on Sunday where I deliberately slowed down having noticed my heart rate was possibly getting a bit high, my max heart rate was 169 bpm. I wonder if I should start with try a run under 160bpm.. although I'm not sure my watch allows me to monitor this rather than just periodically looking. Thank you for the suggestion.. maybe this is the start of my July quest...

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toMum22boys

Sorry you are feeling a bit flat because you have done so well .

I am not helpful on the heart rate issues..but you have had some advice from Dexy...

But, the idea of a slow relaxed run sounds perfect to me, but I understand that your feel the need for speed.

On the sugar target...brilliant! If you feel the chocolate craving getting too much.. choose a really good chocolate, at least 80% cacao...and ration it:) let me know how the truffles go!

Stay safe my friend x

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Mum22boysGraduate10β€’ in reply toOldfloss

Maybe it's just my current mood... πŸ€” just need a good old kick up the bum!! I don't necessarily need to be quick (I'm not quick) but getting slower feels like reverse progress. I think I need to change my mindset and I've got a few days to think about this before the July quest kicks in.

I'll see how the truffles work out πŸ˜‹ but may invest in a really good dark chocolate if I feel the need... although I'm a stubborn thing so once I've set my mind on something πŸ˜‰ Hopefully I'll be letting you know that the truffles are yummy πŸ˜‹

Thank you for your words of encouragement 😊 x

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Hi OF

No need to say any more about Dexy5 's rehab, well covered above, except to applaud πŸ‘πŸ‘. Cast loose to my own devices on Thursday, I remembered muttering about jog-run-sprints at the start of the month, and did manage 2 sets of 5 30:20:10s, although I did break my self-imposed rules :-( by easing the sprint back a tad from my usual eyeballs out.

Haven't gone over 5k at all so far this month, so may throw a longer one in this week. But don't think my stated target of 9k in 45 minutes is in any danger really, as it's been a struggle to get my (not) parkruns done in under 25 :-( . But as you say, there's always next month!

Onwards and upwards!!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toUpTheStanley

All sounding positive to me, and a great approach to how you are moving on. With the current situation and the current weather, we do what we are able and what feels safe!

Carry on with those plans and we will see where we are in July!

Stat safe, Dexy's hero x

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ScottJBGraduate10

My quest was to increase my long run up to 8km by the end of June as part of the 10km plan, I’m due to run Sunday morning, so fingers crossed I’ll achieve this.

But my last two runs this week haven’t been great, went out both mornings before 7am and the heat was still a killer. Legs felt like dead weights on both runs, even with decent hydration on the days before. Sunday morning looks like it will be cooler, so will hopefully be better.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toScottJB

Good hydration every single day, and taking it so gently is the way.

This weather is completely draining and it is really important to stay safe.

I ran before 6 yesterday and you are right...it was hard!!

You are on track for that Sunday run..

Well done you!

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ForestGrump6360minGraduate

My quest was to keep up the 3 times week running and to run 5k before the end of June. Managed to do 3x a week by getting up extra early and managed 5k last weekend in 39.30 πŸ‘

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Dexy5Graduate10β€’ in reply toForestGrump63

Well done ForestGrump63.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toForestGrump63

That is completely splendid...well done indeed! Time to think of next month's targets...πŸ˜‰

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ForestGrump6360minGraduateβ€’ in reply toOldfloss

Got one already πŸ‘

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Jennypenny2Graduate10

Hi not been to good, but getting better πŸ™‚lost a family member to the virus ,so sad , I like reading all the positive post everyone getting out doing there runs.will join the July quest and try for twice a week running in my local park .

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BluebirdrunnerGraduate10β€’ in reply toJennypenny2

Oh my, sincere condolences Jenny I'm really sorry for you and your family's loss.

That is so sad and must be terribly shocking and you will all have had a very difficult time I'm sure.

We will be here when you do feel like getting back out for a little run, waiting to support you and help you along. xxx

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ForestGrump6360minGraduateβ€’ in reply toJennypenny2

Sorry for your loss Jenny x

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toJennypenny2

Oh my goodness...I am so sorry.

I am glad the posts help. When you are ready, you run and do what you feel is right for you. The runs can help to ease our minds in a small way x

LiisaM profile image
LiisaM

For the little bit of muscle exercise I am doing: I have done it faithfully, but it is pitiful how little I am doing. I tried upping it and reinjured something so had to cut back on one of merely four things I was doing. So I need to be slower about increasing. Otherwise, we have a garden that has things sprouting in it at long last which delights me daily to see how things spring up out of mere dirt.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toLiisaM

Better a little than none...we do what we are able.

You have so many issues to handle and do wonderfully .

Take it steady and enjoy the power of Nature.

Food for the soul. X

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RunWillieGraduate10

My quest was to start Ju Ju’s Magic plan again after injuring myself back in May week 1. I’m four weeks in and have managed every run without injury so far. 8k was hard last week and I had an energy slump at 6k-7k but ran on and completed it in just under an hour. I’ve been running the shorter run after the long run as a tempo run and the 5k and long run nice and steady. Sub 30 minute 5k may well now be in reach but I’m still choosing distance over pace. Hope to run 10k on my birthday in July πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toRunWillie

This is great! You have really sorted your targets out and are doing so well on Ju's great plan!

Take it gently, especially in this strange weather. I think that 10K is well within your reach!

Stay safe x

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RunWillieGraduate10

It’s Winter here in Australia so no hot weather to contend with yet although I’m taking notes for when it gets hot here. I think I will be running very very early. Thanks for all your encouragement πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toRunWillie

Cool weather. Sounds good to me right now, although cooler today.

So, are you on target with your running?

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RunWillieGraduate10β€’ in reply toOldfloss

Sorry! I had already replied with my update on my running. The above was just a reply to your reply. I’m probably doing it in the wrong place.

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toRunWillie

No..it's me...heat gone to my brain!!

Tonj profile image
Tonj

Well my challenge to myself was to try and increase my distances. I normally do 80km but I thought I would try to get to 105km and I’ve only gone and done 122km and still have 3 days to go. I also did my first ever 10 mile run. Never thought this time last year I would be running that sort of distance. I’m a very happy me this month. πŸ₯‡

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toTonj

And you should be!

Wow; that is super and those targets well and truly completed.

That first 10 miler! How special is that? Really well done you.

Where next I wonder:)

Tonj profile image
Tonjβ€’ in reply toOldfloss

Yes I was definitely on a high after my first 10 mile run.

Who knows ?? Maybe half marathon.

OMG did I just say that. πŸ˜ƒ

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toTonj

You did....I heard you...I remember saying similar...did my first one last year...this year it was cancelled.

So...I think maybe you could be on your way there!

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MoliJGraduate10

My quest for June was to work through the Magic plan. I am now on week 5 following the timed runs. I did my first 50 minute run on Tuesday (week 4), luckily it was before the heatwave. I still can’t quite believe I can run for 50 minutes. I have discovered that I really do not like running in hot weather. I too like many others have been running very early in the morning. I still log on to this page nearly every day to see how people are progressing and I have really enjoyed reading this thread. Happy running πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ everyone.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toMoliJ

Terrific...well done you!

Early running seems to be catching on more and more...it is perfect.

And a lovely long run too...on you go, and do keep us posted please!

Stay safe x

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MoliJGraduate10β€’ in reply toOldfloss

Thanks I will xx

I started the magic plan to 10 k. I ran the first 5.5 ever and now on to week 2 run 2!

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Terrific...this is absolutely great!!

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FionamagsGraduate10

I aim to complete the Magic Plan by the end of June. I'm on track to do my 60 minute run on Tuesday after having 2 days off to rest up for it!

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toFionamags

Sounding good...slow and steady and enjoy... maybe a bit of leg exercise etc on your rest days.

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FionamagsGraduate10β€’ in reply toOldfloss

What would you recommend?

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toFionamags

Take a peek at some of the ideas on the S and F forum ...feet, ankles and calves etc:)

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DebJogsOn

Great to hear you are getting out there Floss - though choosing to run up hill makes me think the heat has got to you πŸ˜‚.

I'm still finding it hard to run around my ridulous working hours so my runs cluster around the weekend but I have managed 5 runs this week and remain on track for my 1000k this year.

Didn't put in any intervals but got some hill running in on a favourite route I haven't done for ages (actually if I'd remembered the hill I might not have chosen it for my first drive somewhere to run since the beginning of lockdown πŸ˜‚ but the views are worth it) and I have stayed away from wine for a week - thinking now I'll try and keep this up until the end of term. Only 3 weeks to go... and am beginning to feel hopeful that we might get to Cornwall 😊.

Happy running everyone - stay safe.

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toDebJogsOn

Just fantastic.... yes..not sure why, but I love my hills!

You are certainly getting the runs in and doing so well!

I do so hope you get to Cornwall! You really deserve a break!

We are fingers crossed for our holiday home in Criccieth July 13... if the covidiots stay sensible!!

Stay safe you xxx

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melly4012

Hi Floss!

I so love reading your posts and your genuine interest in how everyone is getting on. :)

I got out for another 43 minute run earlier in the week and it felt good. I felt a little niggle in my heel afterwards and the underside of my foot felt quite tender for a couple of days so I'm following up on the advice I so often give and resting it up for a week just in case. It feels fine now so in a couple of days I'm going to go out and try for a slow 20-30 minutes to test it.

I've done 23 miles in total of my target 26.2 miles now so it was a good little cumulative target to aim for and hopefully will finish that in the next run or two! Then I'll have to set myself a new target. I've also lost 3kg in the last month with eating sensibly alongside the reasonably regularly running - getting, looking and feeling healthier which is great considering how things are at the moment!

xx

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply tomelly4012

This is all sounding really good, apart from the niggle! Hard to take our own advice sometimes, but sensible!

head out as you say and listen hard to your body!

You are on target in miles and a weigh loss too ! Wow!

It is as you say, a real bonus to stay well and healthy ... we are truly awesome:)

Stay safe my friend:)

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Tbae

Thank you Floss for your BJQ.

You have done me a big favour.Got me thinking of a garden challenge.Its something I need to do to get this 200 m, 80 year old hedge where I want it to be.Going to reduce the height to 6 feet and remove 2 feet off the blind side to get it back to a smaller hedge going forward.Its all heavy lopping and shaping,generating masses of cuttings to dispose.All part of lowering the maintenance.

Going to return to my marathon ambition in a couple of months.Thank you for getting me to knock off 6 x 10k’s and getting to 31k.My FM is going to happen this year.

Stay safe Floss.πŸƒβ€β™€οΈβ­οΈπŸ‘πŸ‘β€οΈπŸ’ͺπŸ™

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toTbae

Sounding good..if somewhat precarious.... ! Do take care on the hedge cutting! We sold our house to daughter and son in law so they inherited the high hedge cutting!

It will serve you well for your strength and stamina work though!

You did brilliantly in your targets and you will get to that FM if that is what you wish...

Do stay safe my friend in all ways...(worrying times on your island), and hopefully, we will meet in person before too long :) x

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Tbae

Yes Floss.We are not in the clear yet Floss.No realism on the expectation of vaccines neither.Some previous viruses still do not have a vaccine.I always want to stay positive, not afraid,but will be hanging onto a very cautious regime.

A million thank you’s for who you are Floss and what you do.

We are going to make that happen.πŸ’₯

πŸƒβ€β™€οΈβ­οΈπŸ‘πŸ‘β€οΈπŸ’ͺπŸ™

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toTbae

Early days... and I feel, also, realistically, we are in for a very long haul... but, slow and steady and we will learn to live differently but positively!

Just stay safe... and know I think of you all often x

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RunBrianRunGraduate10

lovely to read all the posts of folk and their challenges this month. I ended up changing my challenge to one of sensible recovery running and avoiding hard surfaces which meant walking to grassy areas. I’m still taking it easy and just being grateful for being able to run so no PB attempts or crazy long distances for some time yet. I will be heading to the spinal injuries unit once they reopen hopefully not to long to wait though.

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toRunBrianRun

Just great and a sensible, enjoyable target I feel :) Runs are the thing. and we are all finding out so much, about what we want from them right now. Fingers crossed for you x

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RunSkippyRunGraduate10

Hi Oldfloss

I like reading your posts - you put things well: yes the way to go is onward and upward.

Almost at the end of June and my first 10k of just over a week ago was consolidated with a second yesterday ... so, it's nice to feel that it was more than a one off (especially as I managed to keep things going despite a medication related episode during the run - not pleasant but equally not dire but just something to put up with). Also done were two faster, 3ks plus a 5k - these were first thing to avoid the worst heat and were OK (maybe I am not at my fastest early and/or in that warmth).

Am going to ponder July quest target now ... lot of food for thought, still really pleased with June.

Good luck and good running to all.

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toRunSkippyRun

Excellent... very well done on your success and your progress... the heat has put us all on our toes:)

You have done brilliantly!

I look forward to joining you on your July Quest... I shall, hopefully, be restarting my HM programme which went on hold because of lockdown:)

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Kat332zzGraduate10

My target. A long run each week to help reduce my 5k time. One out of two isn’t bad?? I was going to try for a good time last week but it was just too hot. I’ve got up to 12k on my long runs now and did manage one each week. May try for the under 30min 5k this week.

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate10β€’ in reply toKat332zz

Just super.... take it gently, relax and see where you get to?

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FatterPenguinGraduate10

Morning Oldfloss!

I have pretty much stuck to my training plan, though I did knock one Joe Wick's session on the head as it was simply too much to attempt in 30 degrees heat! Like you I have run NotParkRun and I've been getting quicker, though still not up to my usual park run time. My run yesterday was in rain, and I had the park pretty much to myself. It was wonderful, really enjoyable to not worry about getting wet and actually finding the rain cooled me down.

My longrun Fridays have carried on, and I have a plan to run 10K this Friday. Whethere I will carry on with the 10Ks is debatable, as it takes me 1.5 hours and that's a long time to motivate myself to run.

Tomorrow is my runnerversary, which I find incredible that I have been doing this for a year. As I said last time I'm going to redo W1R1 of C25K. Funnily enough one of my friends told me at the weekend that she is going to start C25K, inspired by me! She doesn't know it but if she sticks to it I intend to join her at her local park run one day in the future. I've assured her that it's highly likely she'll be a faster runner than me (most people are). I am happy being slow though, just being able to run is still a bit of a thrill for me.

Anyway, I'm starting to wonder what my quest for July will look like.... :)

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This is just super...and that heat was a real challenge for so, so many of us.

You have met so many targets and stuck at them...I am working on getting my distances back up..I'm only up to 7K.

I love running for an hour and more, so am thinking of restarting another HM plan in the July Quest.

It is great that you have inspired your friend, and have, many folk on here too.

It will be so good to run together with her come the day.

We both know that slow and steady is perfect, it gets us where we want to be!.

I shall watch for your Runniversary post tomorrow...enjoy xx

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Hi Floss, thank you for leading this great Bloom in June Quest or BJQ as it has been named by Tbae!πŸ˜‰

Well done to you for committing to your regular runs, and the yoga practice and keeping a watchful eye over us all.

I have learned a lesson this month, to go more gently with my recovering foot and ankle and listen carefully to any signs of weakness.

The physio exercises will get me there, it's just such a slow process...

Daily yoga has been so enjoyable, I look forward to my time on the mat.

Looking forward now to July being the month I put the IC behind me.🀞

Well done to all us BJQ'ers, we all did our best! 🌹xxx

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Thanks you... I have loved doing this and being back on Bridge among so, so many friends:)

You have done so well and I know how much the running means to you, but you have stayed sensible and are carrying on meeting your own targets:)

The yoga will really help in so may ways, and hopefully your patience will pay dividends and over the next month we will be tackling some new running targets together!

Everyone , including you, has done amazingly!! x

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I’d set myself a target of being able to do routes where the uphill was in the second half. Before June I’d always been very careful to keep the uphill at the start so that I could just coast downhill for the end when I was getting tired. Running uphill first is so easy strategy-wise, you don’t have to think about saving your energy for later, and psychologically it just feels more comfortable knowing that the hard bit is going to be out of the way.

So I tried a couple of new routes, one which went quite a way downhill first and back up, which I hated, and another which undulated for the whole time so although there was always a slope to climb they were short, or shortish. I did pretty well with the second one, although my average pace was way worse than my original straight up then straight down route.

I’m going to keep going with the undulating route each week and try the down-up one again now and then until I don’t need to hate it.

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