Surprise!

[Decker]

Every few weeks our run group awards this massive “genuine” championship belt to a runner that is showing improvement or extra work. It is awesome! I’ve no idea how, but it was my turn this week. My kids were somehow not impressed with the new look. 😊 It was also our run leader’s birthday and despite his best efforts at disguising it, the group still found out and managed to throw him a small surprise party after the time trials yesterday. They broke out a full table and spread in seconds. They don’t call ‘em Ninjas for nothing.

[Curlygurly2 Half Marathon]

That's well deserved, don't be so modest "I've no idea how".... I've watched you go from strength to strength over the last year, you're doing really fantastically well. If your kids are not impressed, all the more reason to wear it more often! Massive congratulations xx

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Curlygurly2]

Thanks Curly, I am really happy with the progress I’ve made especially in the last few months, though I don’t count myself anywhere near the top of this group. They are super fast which is very motivating as they are so decent about it. I will get my kids out on a run before I am done!

[Oldfloss Administrator in reply to Curlygurly2]

Totally agree with you !!! he is amazing!

[Madge50 Marathon]

Wow, we’ll done, that’s a mighty fine belt, one day the kids will realise how cool their dad is - I bet secretly they are proud of you. 👏🏃‍♂️

Mx

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Madge50]

Haha thank you Madge! I’ll need to convince them quickly as I have to give this back for the next winner 😄

[Sqkr Half Marathon]

Haha look at it! Brilliant. 💪 💪 💪 Congratulations, it is well deserved!

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Sqkr]

Thanks Sqkr. This group is a lot of fun!

[ancientrunner Half Marathon]

Wow - well done.

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to ancientrunner]

Thank you. It’s a good laugh and keeps us motivated

[AnnieW55]

Well earned Decker. Congratulations

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to AnnieW55]

Thanks Annie

[mrrun Ultramarathon]

An incredibly cool belt and achievement! You are unwittingly becoming an action hero! And you’ve no idea how?!

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to mrrun]

Haha yes and the cape and Invisible jet come next!

[mrrun Ultramarathon in reply to Decker]

The cape? You guys operate with capes as well!? This is getting bigger than running. I. Am. In. Awe.

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to mrrun]

We secretly run this town...

[SaskAlliecat Half Marathon]

That is awesome. You've got such a great running group. Be proud of how far you've come. You deserve it!

Now we need a picture of you wearing it....preferably while running, perhaps past your kid's school 😎🏃🏽😎

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to SaskAlliecat]

Thanks Sask. They really are a good bunch.

Haha I don’t think I’m that brave just yet. 😂. And I do have to give it back for the next lucky runner.

[Lordi Marathon]

Awesome!

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Lordi]

in a ridiculous way it is! First freezies and now plastic wrestling belts 😀

[Oldfloss Administrator]

Go you!!!! This is a tremendous well done because you deserve it.. you have come a really long way!!! Wow!!!!

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Oldfloss]

Thanks Floss. These people and all of you make it fun!

[Oldfloss Administrator in reply to Decker]

xxxx

[aliboo70 Half Marathon]

Wow well done Champ! You are doing really well and your enthusiasm shines through! 😊well deserved!

My off rd group awards the "Glory Pants" on occasion!they are mega oversized crocheted pants with glory appliqued on and you have to pose for a photo! Ive not won them yet but one day maybe...... 😆😂

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to aliboo70]

Thanks Ali! Oh I can just picture those giant crocheted pants! 🤣 Someone sunk some time into those. By comparison, our wrestling belt feels tame!

[Whatsapp Half Marathon]

I take it you didn't have to 'wrestle' it off last months winner?

It would be great to see you wearing it on your next run...

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Whatsapp]

Lol...Nope and not a chance! 😁

[Langley-Loper Half Marathon]

Looks a bit cumbersome for running in...

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Langley-Loper]

Yes I don’t think that would end well 😁

[Bluebirdrunner]

Just seen this.... have to say, Decker you are awesome...one of our heroes!😊xxx

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

🙂 thanks Blue xx

[Mummycav in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

Here here!!! X

[Mummycav]

Niiiiiice Decker, that looks like some sturdy bling!!

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Mummycav]

Haha yes, these guys don’t mess around 😁