Time out from Half Marathon training this morning..
I ran into the past, with a run from C25K... to do Week 5 Run 1. before running a few more Ks just for the fun of it. Ran this with one of our forum friends in my head and heart; he is running this today and I really hope he found it easier than me:)Phew...it was so, so humid and warm.
I ran the same route, I did way back in my Graduation year of 2015, and as that was in the November, it was much, much colder. The wood, fondly called by me, McFitty ' s wood is still there, but so much bigger and overgrown now. The path has long been closed off, but the rooks are still there, although they have moved their nest locations a few times. The route goes uphill gently and in 2015, it seemed like Everest...this morning...only Annapurna, ( so hot)!
Lots of thoughts in my head, twisting and turning like the ivy and brambles under the trees, hiding the trunks and branches in a tight tangled hold.
Turbulent times are creating issues for many of us and problems which, standing alone seem insurmountable, are made so much harder by this pandemic. I used this run, as I do many of my runs, to help me to sort my thoughts and worries as well as thinking of my friend here.
As ever it helped... full of happy memories of that Graduation year and the running years that have followed, full of old and new friendships. Familiar favourite views of the land and the sky, ease the soul and free the mind; sounds and smells... a skylark overhead, the hidden hedge roses, and the wild garlic, pungent and cleansing. I can feel the tension leave my body and I run like a child.
I reached home eventually, a lot pinker and having covered a lot further distance than did in 2015. I hope my friend found a little peace in his run too.
Happy, safe and peaceful runs everyone x
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Thank you I set of and then decided to try one of my old runs which was only 4 miles but I did it felt good very warm this morning a d I do appreciate all the kind words of encouragement thank you old floss it would be nice to see a pic of you so I can put a face to who am talking to am hoping that am getting back into it slowly
I did.. thank you.. I used to run through here, but not for a while..I love woods too, not many close to me..tree hugging is an essential attribute x🏃♀️
I’ve recently found some new ones close to me since a narrow, winding back road has been closed to traffic It’s opened up loads of new possibilities Tricky trail though so slow going, which is fine 🙂
Well done you! I struggled a bit with the walk/ run...but I did it. You did brilliantly...I shall fish out a photo...low lighting of course, to hide the wrinkles!
Chez Vegas in Oct is off. It’s done for good I think, to be replaced by a 10k from 2021. Disappointing as it won’t go through my part of town The locals were always really supportive of it. Things move on 🤷♀️
Inspiring, as ever. Hope things are sorting and thanks for reminding me that the trails and the woods endure, whatever our little feet are doing (or not) at the moment. Happy trailing to you. 🎄🌳🎄🌳
Sorry to hear that the new Forest marathon is off Granspeed, but it sounds like you are being deluged with visitors just like us. We will Try and get that run together in the autumn.
👏🏼👍 I am still struggling to find ways to get out regularly for running. OH is lovely but his running days are def over. 😊 Meanwhile a new rowing machine has appeared in my life to try to maintain fitness for an Autumn resurgence!
We took half of our long garage..and made a utility room and small 'gym' area..very basic... but so good for winter and wild gale days...husband uses the treadmill for walking in those days too.
Ohhhh, ideal. I think I need to ponder creatively. Anyway, the rowing machine is in the spare bedroom for the moment. But of course it has to move over when the sewing urge strikes or the pile of ironing threatens to fill the room. 😱🤣
How lovely Floss 🥰 and it sounds as if the run worked some magic for you 🙂 I’m a big believer in the healing powers of nature and we’re so lucky that we get to run in it!
It’s incredibly humid out there, I’m just back and dripping like a melting ice-cube. Take care xxx
Sounds lovely Oldfloss ...A lovely run with a friend in mind, I love a run with someone in mind, I have done this many many times. You have covered lots and lots of happy mileage since that graduation day and I, for one, am so glad you started running in the first place xx
How wonderful Floss. 🥰🥰 I think in these times we appreciate nature more. We’re so lucky as runners to be able to out in it more than couch dwellers. 😍
Ah! Yes I remember, because I did that the first time I did C25, round the lounge table, down the hall, outside round the garden and driveway and back in and repeat. 😂😂 x
Great run Oldfloss and a beautiful description. I think its about time I found myself one of these routes as 99% of the time I'm running right next to traffic.
I did a run with Sue early Saturday morning at one of our favorite parks which is also my local Parkrun, hadn't been running there since well before lockdown and always enjoy the wooded section, made a nice change, haven't been running since, not keen on running in the heat, hopefully now starting to cool down.. X😊
A lovely mindful run Oldfloss . Sky larks are the sound of summer for me and woods are my happy place. Glad you found peace and solace on your run. Long may that continue. 🙂
Thank you...I remember hearing a sky lark one Sunday morning in my fields...It felt like we were the only living things in the world. I could feel it moving on its axis xx
Thank you xxx It cwas quite special and yes...we are able to have small one ...mainly because J and I and Her Mama and Dada have all been nowhere for the last weeks and months! She has been with us today xx
Sounds like I need to meet you at the wood with a strimmer, Oldfloss ! Hugs and squeezes to you my lovely friend. I rarely get on the computer these days so my musings and replies are few and far between but my forum tribe are always in my head when I run. I love the idea of McFitty's Wood (though Rookery Wood sounds far more enchanting). Big love to you Floss. Don't ever stop inspiring us all with your wonderful words. xxx
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