First run for nearly 6 weeks!

[skysue16]

Since completing the Bournemouth HM in October I have only managed two runs!! A week after the HM I came down with Covid and so isolation (and feeling unwell) meant no running for 10 days. Then I managed a PR and a short run a week later. Since then nothing….no running or any exercise at all (unless a stroll with the dog counts 😂). The reason…..I have taken on a new role at school (Nursery Lead Practitioner). I am loving working with the ‘little’ ones but I have been putting in extra hours due to other staff being off work and needing to get to grips with everything so feeling tired at the weekend.

Yesterday was the last day of term and I was determined to get out for a run today - and I did! 😀🐶🐾. I set my watch to walk/run intervals but only walked a bit (got fed up with the bleeps by the end!). We went along our usual route and it was really lovely to be running again. Felt good and no twinges or niggles and managed a gentle 7km👍. Hoping to run along Weymouth seafront on Monday when we visit family and then again later in the week. Determined to get back to regular twice weekly runs. Photo is Squiggy looking for squirrels 🐿🤣

[Sandraj39 Half Marathon]

Congratulations on your new role - sounds fantastic, although I’m sure it is tiring! Glad that you are now recovered from covid and also on your holidays! 🎉Enjoy the extra time to get back to those regular runs. I have been a bit hit and miss with my own runs too recently - I love my job in Primary but this term has been pretty stressful and I have struggled to get my 2/3 runs a week in, I’m afraid.😧 It’s a shame because one thing I do know, is that I always feel better when I get out there!🏃‍♀️

Nice photo of the lovely Squiggy too.🐶🙂.

[skysue16 Half Marathon in reply to Sandraj39]

Thank you Sandra, it really feels ages since I last ran and posted! Yes, the Autumn term can be exhausting especially the build up to Christmas with performances, carols to learn etc! Enjoy your well deserved holiday 😀

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon]

Gosh you sound full on SS. I’m not surprised you haven’t had time to run until now! And adding Covid into the mix? I’m glad you’re better.

It sounds like you’ll get some time to fit a few runs in now though. Enjoy making up for lost time. 😀 Squiggy will no doubt appreciate it too! 🐕🥰

Have a wonderful Christmas! 🎄

[skysue16 Half Marathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Yes Squiggy liked his run and was asleep for the rest of the morning 🤣🐾. Like me he has put on a bit of weight and has a thick coat (groomer couldn’t fit him in before Xmas), so he was slower than usual (lucky squirrels!).

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon]

You clearly had a lot on your plate Sue , that first run back must have felt wonderful 🤗

I use to find any new job exhausting because there’s so much concentration needed in the early days and it’s emotionally draining. But then things settle down. It’s great that you enjoy yours so much.

PS can I borrow Squiggy to chase away the squirrels in my garden? 🤬

[skysue16 Half Marathon in reply to Irishprincess]

🤣🐿🐶Yes, it was great to get out there again 😊

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon]

7k is fabulous after a break from running like that, well done. Hope you love your new role, but I'm sure these next couple of weeks are a welcome break for you 😊

[skysue16 Half Marathon in reply to linda9389]

Thank you, it was a steady jog with the odd walk but pleased to manage 7km 😀. Yes, really enjoying working in the nursery, the children had fun dressing up as angels, shepherds etc for our little Nativity 😊

[Oldfloss Administrator]

Gosh Sue... I had no idea you had Covid. So glad that you are recovered now. Congratulations on your new role too.... wonderful but exhausting.

I am so glad that you got out and by gosh, 7K.. wow Well done you.

Happy Winterval break xxx

[skysue16 Half Marathon]

Thank you OF, loving the new role but feeling tired and definitely need a break! Luckily I had a mild case of Covid (presumably due to double vacc😊). Take care and Happy Christmas time to you and your family.