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Fabulous450 & The Run Before Dark!! πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ πŸƒπŸ½β€β™€οΈ πŸ™ŒπŸ½...πŸ˜ƒβ€οΈ

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Hi Runners!!

It’s the Autumn and I know that my running time is something that I will need to protect, especially as it gets colder and darker! πŸ˜‰

I usually run in the mornings, but today, that just wasn’t possible or sensible. I knew I didn’t have the fuel ⛽️... πŸ₯±...πŸ›‘! But as the day went on (and after sitting down all day πŸͺ‘ πŸ‘©πŸΌβ€πŸ’» πŸ™„)...... my thoughts were on my running plan and how I could make this work. After all... I’ve got places to go πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸƒπŸ½β€β™€οΈ.

Rather than a big gremlin fuelled debate πŸ§Ÿβ€β™€οΈπŸ”¨ ! I just switched off the laptop and declared β€œNo...it’s got to happen” πŸƒπŸ½β€β™€οΈ not just for the LEJOG steps πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§, but for the headspace and wellbeing 🦾.

It really wasn’t my most energetic run 😊, but it’s done βœ… and I feel so much better than I would have done if I had β€œpostponed” the run. I can get used to running at different times of the day πŸ€“. It’s all a bit of a winter experiment!! πŸ˜‚

I’ll be back out on Thursday, but it’s definitely time to go and get some rest now!! 🍲.... 🚿.... πŸ›Œ and I’ve earned it! πŸ˜‚ Tomorrow is another day! 😁

Happy running Runners! ❀️

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AlMorr profile image
AlMorrAmbassadorGraduate10

It was a run Fabulous450, better than not running at all, enjoy your rest day tomorrow.

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to AlMorr

Thanks so much AlMorr! πŸ€— I agree. I was so glad that I got out there and didn’t need to reschedule. 😊❀️

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AlMorrAmbassadorGraduate10 in reply to Fabulous450

πŸ‘

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cheekychipmunksGraduate10

Well done Fab. I’m impressed at you running later in the day. Like you. I’m a morning runner and haven’t run in the afternoon more than a couple of times since C25K! Maybe you’ll get used to it this winter? Another string to your bow! 🎻 πŸ˜€

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks

Thanks so much!! πŸ€— Thanks to going out, I did achieve today’s step goal, so I’m getting the rewards!! πŸ˜‚!

Yes, I’d like that string!!πŸ˜‰β€οΈ

Brilliant nearly nocturnal run Fabulous450 love a pictogram run-blog 24 that's a WoW πŸ‘πŸ™‚

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to

Thanks so much lmc50!! πŸ€— I have to admit, it may not have occurred if it had got darker. Can you imagine trying to run around there in the dark?....Just...NO! πŸ˜‚β€οΈ

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Nooooooo the dark is a beautiful aspect of running Fabulous450, and the slightest ickle noise, WOW the burst of energy that courses through you πŸ˜†

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to

Now lmc50!!.....I think you’re absolutely brilliant πŸ€—...HOWEVER...there are some bursts of energy, I shall definitely pass on!! 🀣🀣❀️

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nowsterGraduate10

Word for the day. Crepuscular: relating to twilight.

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to nowster

Thanks so much nowster!! πŸ€— I like it!! 😁😁❀️

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Umbrageous πŸ‘

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nowsterGraduate10 in reply to

Who is that shadowy figure? πŸ˜‰

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Correct it's simply oozing strands of night mist πŸ‘

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to

Oh....it’s all coming out now!! And... 2 words of the day! πŸ€©πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚β€οΈ

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KatnapGraduate10

What gremlins? says Fabulous 450

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to Katnap

πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚!! ....yes indeed! Thanks Katnap!! ❀️

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SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate

The pictures speak peace to me, how lovely to get out there and run

Have a good rest of the week Fabulous

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to SueAppleRun

Thanks so much WillowandSola!! πŸ€— It was lovely to see the red sky!! I usually prefer the path in the park for Sgt Major Garmin β€˜drills’, rather than grass, but a couple of youngsters were enjoying a little gathering together (nothing bad!) and I would be running past continuously πŸ₯΄. I just wanted my run to be reconnecting with myself and the outdoors! 🌲 🌳 πŸƒπŸ½β€β™€οΈ....🀀

It takes me a little bit of time to let go of a full on day. So grass and the field behind it was. 🌳 🌲...works a treat πŸ˜‰

Enjoy WillowandSola πŸ€—πŸ€—β€οΈ

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SueAppleRunGraduate1060minGraduate in reply to Fabulous450

Sounds perfect to me

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CBDBGraduate10

Nice one! I’ve just mastered the lunchtime run. 🀣 We’re getting nearer to the point where we can run any time we like!

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to CBDB

Hey CBDB!! I saw that!! 🀩🀩!! Great minds think alike..! πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚ We can always say we’re doing a trial to see what we like πŸ˜‰. I might try night running again with a head torch πŸ”¦ too! I’ve got one...tried it a couple of times, but still didn’t like it πŸ˜–. But never say never πŸ˜‰... I may dig it out one day this winter for another spin around the block! ❀️

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Mum22boysGraduate10

Well done you for getting out 😁 I actually like running at the end of the day, when I can run obviously πŸ˜‰ I find it helps me to wind down ready for πŸ’€

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to Mum22boys

Thanks so much Mum22boys!! πŸ€— I do think it’s a great way to end the day. I felt so much better after going out. I didn’t realise how much I needed it!

A walk on non run days would work too Mum22boys!! I’m going to set a little reminder and try to do that. Ooh... πŸ’‘ That could be my November quest. So...when you do...I could be joining you virtually ...πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈπŸšΆ...🀩...πŸ€—.

Every step counts Mum22boys πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§!! We’ll get there! πŸ€—πŸ€—β€οΈ

When you get to this stage of the journey where there's more will to go, you know you're in the right place πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘ it is great to run at different times (although we all have our favourites) and in different weathers. Well done on getting out and 'making miles' because the feeling after is ace πŸ˜ƒπŸ˜ƒπŸ˜ƒ

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to

Thanks so much GTFC!! πŸ€— Now you mention it....😲...yes, I agree! The feeling of needing to get out there is a good sign!! πŸ˜‰! ❀️

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AnniecycleGraduate10

Just reading this after dragging myself out of bed and doing 4K run... so slow...

but thinking actually maybe I should try running at a different time of day... that’ll be my challenge! Shake it up abit! Thanks for the idea!πŸ‘Œ

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to Anniecycle

Fantastic Anniecycle!! πŸ€— 4K is a good run!! I usually prefer the mornings too, but hey...let’s not let it get boring!! πŸ˜‰β€οΈ

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CaptFrey60minGraduate

That’s brilliant and good use of emoji! I switched from morning to after work Monday for pretty much the same reason, seems everyone Was out running and overtook me but like you was glad i made the effort.

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to CaptFrey

Thanks so much CaptFrey! πŸ€— Yes it might be slow, but it feels great to know that you went out and you did it!! 🦾❀️

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SlothgoesrunningGraduate10

I’m in the same situation- trying out different times of day due to sleepy mornings or work taking over. Have tried late morning, lunchtime, twilight. All ok as long as plenty of time since last meal. Also found running at night with a running club easier than running alone at night. Mornings will always be my fav though πŸ™‚

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to Slothgoesrunning

That’s brilliant Slothgoesrunning!! πŸ€— You’ve given it all a go!! πŸ˜‰ I would try the running club I found to run in the evenings, but it means a drive to go and run. I’m really used to running solo though. You’re doing great!! 😁❀️

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SlothgoesrunningGraduate10 in reply to Fabulous450

Thanks fab450 - it’s this forum that keeps me motivated and trying new things after reading everyone’s interesting posts. Happy running!

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to Slothgoesrunning

You too!! 😁😁😁❀️

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UnfitNoMoreGraduate10

Great job. There’s some more light in the mornings next week, but it won’t last long.

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to UnfitNoMore

Thanks so much UnfitNoMore!! πŸ€— I’ve managed to get it done so far, but I’m looking forward to that!! πŸ˜‰β€οΈ

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SaskAlliecatGraduate10

Great job getting out there! I'm finding the thought of getting out in the cold and dark just too hard to get motivated for. I must get better at it and just do it like you. Hats off to you!

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to SaskAlliecat

Thanks so much SaskAlliecat!! πŸ€— You know that feeling when you didn’t want to, but so glad you did? It’s there SaskAlliecat!! πŸ˜‰β€οΈ

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SaskAlliecatGraduate10 in reply to Fabulous450

You're so right about that feeling. I just have to remember that and kick my butt out the door!

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to SaskAlliecat

πŸ˜‰....you’ll be fantastic as always!! πŸ€—β€οΈ

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toffeemummyGraduate10

Well done for 'just doing it'. I absolutely can't run in the mornings. Did it twice and nearly gave up both times πŸ˜€Im defo an evening runner! Hard tonight though in the drizzle, but got the long run done for another week. My legs will feel it in the morning 🀣

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Fabulous450Graduate10 in reply to toffeemummy

Fantastic toffeemummy!! πŸ€— Well done on the long run 🀩. I’m sure you’ll have felt good for it, despite the rain.

I do my long run on a Saturday! It just works out better for me and I don’t mind if it’s raining, but the dark? πŸ₯΄ It’s not related to any fears, it’s just that I love to β€˜see’ things while I bumble along!! πŸ˜‚

I hope you’ll be feeling great tomorrow!! You did it!! πŸ˜‰β€οΈ

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