This is so important

[SueAppleRun]

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

[MissUnderstanding Administrator]

Thanks for the helpful reminder!

[Dexy5 Graduate]

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

[MissUnderstanding Administrator in reply to Dexy5]

Hear hear!

[SueAppleRun Graduate 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

[LottieMW Ambassador in reply to SueAppleRun]

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

[SueAppleRun Graduate 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 Graduate 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 Graduate]

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

[SueAppleRun Graduate 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 Administrator Graduate]

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

[SueAppleRun Graduate 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

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to SueAppleRun]

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

[SueAppleRun Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Thank you ☺️ xx

[LottieMW Ambassador]

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.

🤗💕💐

[SueAppleRun Graduate in reply to LottieMW]

Absolutely

[nowster Graduate]

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

[SueAppleRun Graduate in reply to nowster]

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

[nowster Graduate 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 Graduate 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 Graduate in reply to SueAppleRun]

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

[SueAppleRun Graduate in reply to Oldgirlruns]

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

[Dendev75 Graduate]

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

[SueAppleRun Graduate in reply to Dendev75]

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

[Frenc Graduate]

So true Sola 😊. Thank you for posting this.

[SueAppleRun Graduate 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

[Frenc Graduate 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 😊😊😊.

[SueAppleRun Graduate in reply to Frenc]

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

[tmbtrain Graduate]

Powerful reminder thanks for posting!

[Cowladyrunning Graduate]

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. 👌

[SueAppleRun Graduate in reply to Cowladyrunning]

hey, get better soon

[FenGirl1]

Thank you!! Exactly what I need!! 👍🏻

[Swimming24 Graduate]

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 Graduate in reply to Swimming24]

Exactly 😀

[Yesletsgo Administrator]

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

[SueAppleRun Graduate in reply to Yesletsgo]

Me too

[Hedgehogs123 Graduate]

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 💝

[SueAppleRun Graduate in reply to Hedgehogs123]

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