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This is so important

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I am being a bit of a lazy so and so, sat here thinking I could have a short run, but then we need to shop, and then I'll be working until gone 10 this evening , and yesterday it was really blowing, when I got home it was also lashing it down, oh excuses excuses So here I sit browsing the internet with my new phone and I came across this photo which made me think why we run

So, if you are a seasoned runner or if you are just starting out look after your wellness and be extra kind to yourself.

Run strong or rest well

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MissUnderstanding profile image
MissUnderstandingAdministratorGraduate

Thanks for the helpful reminder!

Dexy5 profile image
Dexy5Graduate

A sound message WillowandSola, thank you. However, I think being a lazy so and so occasionally is allowed. 😂

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MissUnderstandingAdministratorGraduate in reply to Dexy5

Hear hear!

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SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Dexy5

A short run would energise me but then if we shop I'll be tired at work and that's not fair on anyone so the run will have to wait, I keep changing my days off to help out and that messed up the usual days I run, but that happens to all of us at times

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LottieMWGraduate in reply to SueAppleRun

I used to enjoy the flexibility of shift work, but it’s a bugger for regular planning!

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to LottieMW

yes it is, I don't usually work shifts now but today it's needed it should be my day off hence needing to shop

Dexy5 profile image
Dexy5Graduate in reply to SueAppleRun

They are very lucky to have you on the staff Sola, and so many like you working in the care industry.

Oldgirlruns profile image
OldgirlrunsGraduate

This is so true Sola and worth the reminder! Happy running!

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SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Oldgirlruns

Thank you, it made me think a bit especially with the change in weather and being almost dark by the time I usually get home from work .You too, keep well

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate

Great reminder , thank you , and one that,as you know, really resonates with me!I know you will get out when you are able to my friend...taking your own great advice xxx

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SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Decided to go half way, wearing my leggings to work lol lol 😆 maybe when I get home tomorrow and only have to change shoes I might sprint down the road and back

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to SueAppleRun

That is a plan!!! Have a good day my friend!

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thank you ☺️ xx

LottieMW profile image
LottieMWGraduate

A useful reminder!

Also another thought for us all…

…be kind to yourself…you *are* worthy of the time taken to take care of yourself… ‘me time’ is important too.

🤗💕💐

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SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to LottieMW

Absolutely

nowster profile image
nowsterGraduate

My legs want a run, but the back of my throat is tingly, fighting off the start of a cold. Torn!

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SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to nowster

Ah no!!! We had 2 colds and they are horrible, hope yours doesn't develop to bad nowster

nowster profile image
nowsterGraduate in reply to SueAppleRun

And we've just had a heavy rainstorm with strong wind gusts pass through this afternoon. No chance of me going out in that!

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to nowster

It's been blowing a hooley here all week and really hard rain, hopefully it'll blow itself out soon

Oldgirlruns profile image
OldgirlrunsGraduate in reply to SueAppleRun

You’re so right Sola - it’s been pretty breezy on our bit of coast hasn’t it!

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SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Oldgirlruns

Very, and wet, but it'll blow itself out soon I'm sure

Dendev75 profile image
Dendev75Graduate

I’ve been feeling exactly the same, too tired, too cold, it’s raining heavily, I need to get myself in gear! 👍🏻

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SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Dendev75

Wait til the wind dies down and we will all be out there

Frenc profile image
FrencGraduate

So true Sola 😊. Thank you for posting this.

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Frenc

It just made me think, I'm glad I didn't go out this morning, I've got at least 3.5 hours to go and flagging, I cooked dinner, met someone for supervision and have 2 more to fit in around everything else, twice last year I ran on a morning that I worked a late shift then night staff didn't turn up so I was up all night too it kind of makes me wary

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FrencGraduate in reply to SueAppleRun

Although we run for our physical health, all round wellness can be very elusive sometimes. You must be shattered so I hope the rest of your shift goes smoothly - there’s only so much we can fit in in a day, and I’m sure your next run will be really welcome. This weather doesn’t help either does it. I hope that you have a sunny and rejuvenating run soon 😊😊😊.

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SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Frenc

Thank you ☺️ everything went well and now to sleep, tomorrow is another day

tmbtrain profile image
tmbtrainGraduate

Powerful reminder thanks for posting!

Cowladyrunning profile image
CowladyrunningGraduate

That is so true! Here I sit with a chesty cough meaning I'm not running at the moment BUT I have tried to get a walk in daily except mid downpour yesterday! I'm drowning in paperwork but making myself stop and get outside. Sure this cold is because I didn't do this a few weeks back..... thank you for sharing this quote. 👌

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SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Cowladyrunning

hey, get better soon

FenGirl1 profile image
FenGirl1

Thank you!! Exactly what I need!! 👍🏻

Swimming24 profile image
Swimming24Graduate

I think that is a great slogan and mantra to keep us focused on why we exercise and all the benefits it gives us. This will especially important in the winter months when finding an excuse due to the weather could be easily But we will not give into the elements and do what we do so we can continue to stay as well as possible. Thank you

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Swimming24

Exactly 😀

Yesletsgo profile image
YesletsgoGraduate

Great advice SueAppleRun , I for one would rather wear out than rust!

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Yesletsgo

Me too

Hedgehogs123 profile image
Hedgehogs123Graduate

Oh my goodness, how true that is, I had to admit to myself that Im struggling at the moment with lots going on both at home and at work, so that was a good reminder 💝

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SueAppleRunGraduate in reply to Hedgehogs123

Life just takes over sometimes and we have to sit back and be kind to ourselves

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