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πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦1:1 we arrived in Calgary yesterday after a 9hr20min flight. First priority with the family’s help, was a walk to check out a local running route.

Awoke this morning & decided as it’s Wednesday it’s time to run! After a 5min warm up walk, I took off slowly and ran at a gentle 🐌 pace for 25 mins & then a 5min faster πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ to end off. It was easy and felt good! πŸ˜ƒ

I realised 3 things!

Don’t underestimate the fitness you have built up previously. You can do it!

The importance of discipline & sticking to your schedule where possible.

The joy of running can be enjoyed anywhere & helps to set ones body clock in a different time zone!

You will see the Rocky Mountains in the distance in the photo. Sunshiny and a warm 13 deg. Perfect for my first run πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ˜†

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xx2000 profile image
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Fantastic journey!! Enjoy It !! And It is great that the first think you think of was running!!! You are a real runner now !!! πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌ

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toxx2000

Thank you!! X

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OldgirlrunsGraduate

Well done you - and after such a long journey as well! That’s dedication for you!

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toOldgirlruns

πŸ‚πŸŒΎπŸlovely autumn colours here to enjoy too! X

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GrannyhugsGraduate

Great location and weather. Fantastic run having just flown all that way you must feel great.

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toGrannyhugs

Running is such a great antidote to jet lag & time change.... wish I had discovered it years ago! X

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Buddy34Graduate

Just there and ran already you're amazing Annieapple. Hope you can fit in more running. Enjoy your time in Canada 😊😊😊

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toBuddy34

Thanks Buddy! Photo just for you. Hope to send you some beauties when we go into the mountains in November.

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Buddy34Graduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

Are you staying for a while then

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Congratulations on that great run in Calgary, nice running in Canada, that photo is really beautiful with the Rocky Mountains in the distance, it reminds me of when I was in Bavaria seeing the Bavarian Alps in the distance.

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toAlMorr

Thanks Alan. The Fall here is so beautiful too. Great run and so happy to be with my family!

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AlMorrAmbassadorGraduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

πŸ‘

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How wonderful and exciting ... enjoy πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply to2Tired2Run

πŸ™‚ Tx hope W8 started off well for you x

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2Tired2RunGraduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

Tha is for thinking of me πŸ˜ƒ. Going to try w8:r1 tomorrow a d planning 2 rest days inbetween R2 & R3 and see how it goes 🀞

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply to2Tired2Run

πŸ‘πŸ‘ Good plan

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Monnie41Graduate

Heaven what a beautiful place to keep on running so inspiring Annie πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ’―πŸ‘Š

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toMonnie41

Tx Monnie. So happy to read your post too!! πŸ˜†

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Monnie41Graduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

😘

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Vegout25Graduate

Lovely photo & well done for continuing your fitness journey. Hardly had time to unpack before you’re out running πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ Well done you πŸ˜ŠπŸ‘

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toVegout25

Tx! Have to be ahead of the laziness gremlin🀣

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Over62

Have a fabulous time with the family and enjoy some fantastic runs it’s amazing scenery as your back dropπŸ‘πŸƒπŸΌβ€β™€οΈπŸ‘ŸπŸŒŽπŸ”

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toOver62

Tx πŸ‘πŸ˜€

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tiggs1Graduate

What an amazing commitment to yourself by getting out to run so soon after arriving. You really are an inspiration annie... enjoy your time with your family and safe running :)

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply totiggs1

Thanks Tiggs! I am lazy by nature so have to keep at it 🀣

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Mark1909Graduate

Wow that’s fantastic Annie ! Glad you had a safe flight, enjoy your holiday and North American running ! x

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toMark1909

Thanks Mark. Will do!

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GranspeedGraduate

Oh, Calgary! πŸ‘πŸŽ‰ Have a fab time. And happy running. πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ‘πŸΌ

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toGranspeed

Tx πŸ‘πŸ˜€πŸ

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Hope you have a fab time. I’m going over next summer. Not sure I’ll manage any running while I’m there though I expect it’ll be too hot then. Hope you enjoy some scenic runs. πŸ‘

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toJelly-bean16

Thanks. Such fab weather here today but going to get colder later in the week.

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FranglaiseGraduate

Fantastic...well done Annie

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toFranglaise

Thank you 😁

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SueAppleRunGraduate

Have a most wonderful time Annie x

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toSueAppleRun

Thanks you two xx

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GetfitokGraduate

Glad to hear that you’re settled in & out there running already, that’s dedication for you. Hope you have a lovely time πŸ˜€

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toGetfitok

Thanks πŸ˜€

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SallysensibleshoesGraduate

Have a fantastic holiday, and enjoy the time with your family.

I loved running when we were away recently, the change of scenery was energising. My usual routes at home seem a bit dull now!

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toSallysensibleshoes

Thanks Sally! Best bit is being with family😊

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CouchfunkyGraduate

Have a wonderful holiday Annieapple 🍏 great you have started off by running. great way to explore your local area

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toCouchfunky

Thanks you are so right😊

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Elfe5Graduate

That’s wonderful! πŸ˜„

We just missed you! - Mr E & I have just flown home from Calgary after gallivanting in Canada. Have a wonderful trip. πŸ˜„

PS If you are still in Calgary, running downtown by the river is good - that’s where we went.

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toElfe5

Sorry we missed you!!! 🀣

Oh it’s amazing down there and will definitely do that one. πŸ˜ƒ Hope you not too jet lagged. πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ is a fab place for a holiday ✈️

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Elfe5Graduateβ€’ in reply toAnnieapple

β€œHalf seas under” definitely!! πŸ˜‚

About to go out and do W2 R1 - getting going after a loooong spell on the IC. Have a wonderful trip & many good adventures. πŸ˜„

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LeeUGraduate

Enjoy Canada, not been there yet but there's still time.

Glad you got to stretch your legs a little and get out for a run.

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AnnieappleAdministratorGraduateβ€’ in reply toLeeU

Very scenic country & pristine! Friendly & helpful to tourists! πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦

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