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Weekly chat 26th Dec to 1st Jan; goodbye 2022 ... πŸ«–πŸͺπŸƒπŸ‘‹

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linda9389AdministratorMarathon
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Good morning fellow runners! πŸ₯°

I'm not sure how many people will have time to chat this week, but I thought I'd pop in and say a quick hello having been absent so much recently.

After about 6 very busy weeks, I feel I finally have time to take a breath and look around me. I was lucky enough to just spend three weeks in Costa Rica (a beautiful place that can teach us an awful lot about nature and how we can look after it) but the pre Christmas prep before I left and the Christmas whirl on returning have rather taken their toll. Add to that food poisoning for the 18 hours of return travel πŸ™ˆ and a positive covid test on 23rd πŸ˜” (which temporarily showed negative Christmas Eve but has been resolutely positive since then) and I know I am very much looking forward to the next few days of relative rest!

The saddest thing though is that I haven't run in over a week now. Plans for Parkrun on Christmas Eve and then on Christmas Day had to be cancelled (especially sad as it was my annual opportunity to run with one of my boys). Hey ho! I don't feel ill. I've had a lovely holiday, a lovely Christmas and I have a whole new year of running to look forward to. In the meantime it's a beautiful day and I will definitely be out for a (suitably isolated) walk this afternoon. Lot's to be thankful for πŸ˜ŠπŸ™

So how was your Christmas? did anyone receive any super running gifts this year? did anyone manage a special run over the festive season?

And so 2022 is coming to a close and there's a whole new running year waiting for us. Overall I can reflect on a very positive running year, and I will look forward - with lots of hope - to great runs in 2023! Hopefully you will too!!!

Wishing you all a wonderful week as we say goodbye to 2022! πŸŽ„πŸŽŠπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒβ€β™‚οΈβœ¨πŸŽ‰

The Marathon Team xxx

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Cmoi profile image
CmoiMarathon

Hello linda9389 , and thanks for hosting the final weekly chat of 2022!

Costa Rica sounds awesome in the true sense of the word. Your recent trials and tribulations definitely don't, though, and it's such a shame that your family and running plans for Christmas have been affected. Hope you're fully recovered by New Year!

It's been a very quiet time here, by choice. The Christmassiest things I've done are the carol concert a couple of weeks ago, a performance with my Renaissance group at the local elderly people's long-stay ward, watching kids' TV (highly recommend The Smeds and the Smoos) and way too much indulgent eating and drinking!

Haven't run for over a fortnight, due to the cough and cold I picked up at the carol concert. Tried jogging a bit during today's dog walk and my legs were fine (thanks, one-legged squats!) but breathing's not good. Whole new experience as my running's been interrupted and set back several times this year because of injury, but never ever by illness. Hopefully 2023 will prove a much better running year than 2022.

To all my VRBs, Smeds and Smoos alike, and whatever your hopes and dreams are for 2023, I wish you Bonne AnnΓ©e !

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toCmoi

Well, as you were anything but quiet in the lead up to Christmas I do believe a self indulgent break is exactly what was needed! Those runs are definitely waiting for us to enjoy - maybe this year, maybe next, but they are definitely waiting for us to make the most of them. May 2023 be full of happy hopes and dreams 😊

Cmoi profile image
CmoiMarathonβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

Thanks Linda! 😘

misswobble profile image
misswobbleMarathonβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

which reminds me, I’ve not totted up my annual mileage πŸ’‘

TailChaser profile image
TailChaserMarathonβ€’ in reply toCmoi

Bonne AnnΓ©e Cmoi! Here’s hoping to more consistent running for you in 2023, πŸ₯‚

Cmoi profile image
CmoiMarathonβ€’ in reply toTailChaser

Thanks TailChaser - happy running tomorrow, and throughout 2023 too!

TailChaser profile image
TailChaserMarathonβ€’ in reply toCmoi

Thank you πŸ™ you too!

Frenc profile image
FrencHalf Marathon

Hi linda9389 😁. Great to hear from you - Costa Rica is somewhere I’ve always wanted to visit for the reasons you mention. I’m sure it was amazing and that you got some nice runs in there too. Food poisoning en route home and covid, well, obviously not such fun πŸ₯² but yes, the weather has been lovely today, so I hope you had a nice walk! And that you test negative very soon.

Well, I’d say that this year has been overall positive running wise apart from the last few months what with this and that, but like you, very much looking forward to a new year of running. Christmas has been relatively quiet, and I managed a nice 5k this morning - the weather certainly helped.

Take it easy and look after yourself! 😊😊😊

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toFrenc

Costa Rica was definitely amazing and a lot of things from that trip will stay with me for a very long time! I have to say it's not ideal running terrain for me, but it was both challenging and rewarding on many levels. Let's hope you can put these last few months behind you now and move into 2023 with some really wonderful runs - today's run sounds like a great stepping stone to the New year 😊

misswobble profile image
misswobbleMarathonβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

a friend of mine went on holiday there, and took a river journey and was lucky to see a jaguar on the bank. Once in a lifetime experience πŸ™‚

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply tomisswobble

Oh wow! Very lucky indeed, fabulous πŸ₯°

TailChaser profile image
TailChaserMarathon

Hi Linda, we are on the first of our family visit car journeys so I have a bit of time to breathe! Even had a nap this afternoon at my wonderful in laws.

What a rubbish way to end 2022 after such a wonderful holiday 😒 I very much hope you get a proper negative test very soon, it’s definitely doing the rounds again.

I am 26 days into Run 5k Every Day as a major contributor to completing 1000 miles for the year. I’ve run just under 94 miles this month (as of Boxing Day) and have just under 12 to go, so I reckon I’ll be done by Thursday. Still going to do those last two 5ks all being well, ending with a flourish at NYE parkrun (which will also be Katnap ’s 100th).

It’s been quite tough going, especially through all the ice and snow but I’m so looking forward to the sense of achievement for both challenges, especially the R5kED as last time I tried (Jan 2021) I missed 2 days.

As for running related presents, just a pair of socks from my wish list. I’ve got loads of gear as a hangover from trying stuff for the marathon, so I couldn’t justify another pair of socks. I normally wear Hilly but these are Feetures as I’d heard good things about them in reviews. Seemed ok on this morning’s 5k, nice and supportive in the arch.

I did treat myself to a second hand Shakti Mat from Ebay (for those who don’t know, basically it’s a bed of plastic nails on a foam mat). It’s a bit scary. I lay down on it for about 30 seconds last night but I didn’t prepare myself properly so I will give it another go when I can put myself more in β€˜the zone’. I’m hoping it will eventually relieve the tension I get in my upper back and shoulders. I shall report back…

Have a great week and a happy New Year all πŸŽ„πŸ₯³

Frenc profile image
FrencHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply toTailChaser

I am totally intrigued by this mat!

TailChaser profile image
TailChaserMarathonβ€’ in reply toFrenc

shaktimat.co.uk/

I believe Β GoGo_JoJo has one 😬 she may be able to describe the experience. I first heard about it in a Running Channel Youtube video and, like you, I’m intrigued! I’ll see if I can find the video.

EDIT: nope, can’t find it, but there are loads of other videos on it.

linda9389 profile image
linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toTailChaser

Yep, Jo has definitely used one 😊

GoGo_JoJo profile image
GoGo_JoJoUltramarathonβ€’ in reply toFrenc

It's the modern day version of a bed of nails, and it's just bliss once you get past the initial "holy πŸ’©!!!" 🀣🀣🀣

Frenc profile image
FrencHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply toGoGo_JoJo

Anything that has an initial holy πŸ’© effect must be good for you 🀣.

linda9389 profile image
linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toTailChaser

Ooh a daytime nap - luxury πŸ₯°. Your R5kED is amazing, particularly given the time of year. You'll achieve both goals, of that I am sure.

Socks wear out, you can always justify new socks 😍. I look forward to hearing about the mat, though I have to say they sound pretty unpleasant to this southern softie 😍

Happy new year to you and yours too πŸ₯°

TailChaser profile image
TailChaserMarathonβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

Thanks Linda πŸ€—, to you and yours too.

Yeah, yesterday’s little try out was a bit of a shock but I know people swear by them so there must be something to it. Maybe when I’m chilled enough after another nap (I live in hope 😁).

Irishprincess profile image
IrishprincessAdministratorHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply toTailChaser

Oh….er TC I need one of those! I have dreadful tightness in my back, neck and shoulders …. Must go off and google……..πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

TailChaser profile image
TailChaserMarathonβ€’ in reply toIrishprincess

It’s supposed to do the job, so we can but hope 🀞

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GoGo_JoJoUltramarathonβ€’ in reply toTailChaser

I love my shakti. Probably wouldn't buy one secondhand unless it's not been used though πŸ™ˆ

I considered my pain threshold high but even I jumped the first time I tried it 🀣 you have to use mind over matter to get past that initial wowzer sensation as, if you don't move around it's just great. I used to read about folk falling asleep on theirs and doubted the veracity but it's true. Aim for 5 to 10 mins min at first, don't let the wishy-washy thoughts in and it will definitely help muscular issues. Use it long right to the base of your spine or turn it to reach from neck down and get your biceps on it too. Initially the base of the spine can be the toughest so maybe try sideways first.

You can also use for feet and calves when tight. πŸ‘πŸ»πŸ˜

TailChaser profile image
TailChaserMarathonβ€’ in reply toGoGo_JoJo

Thanks JoJo. It looks pretty immaculate so I’m happy to use it. Some great tips there. I found some YouTube videos that I watched today. Tried it for the first time proper. The first time I left too much skin showing πŸ˜„ so I wore a fleece today and it still came through enough. I thought if I start with a fleece and slowly change the thickness of what I’m wearing…. I was able to lie with my knees up and my arms wrapped around my legs for 10 minutes, distracted by other YouTube videos! My back felt warm and buzzy afterwards which was quite pleasant. The feet/calves thing will be particularly useful methinks πŸ‘

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SueAppleRun10 Miles

Aww Linda, what bad luck, COVID is a nasty virus that keeps rearing it's head, we have a few staff off with it at the moment. I want a 10 mile badge πŸ“› I really want one but totally know I have to run 10 miles first. It nearly happened today as we were visiting family 10 miles from home and I sat there watching everyone chatting and opening presents I had a thought that I'd rather be running home but as I was in a dress that the buttons undine if I moved and the highest heels I own it wasn't an option 🀣🀣🀣

My aim is to run 10 miles and to cut down my work hours so I have the time to run 10 miles. It'll take me hours and hours

Wishing you well for New Year

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toSueAppleRun

That's a great goal! Hours and hours? But just think how much you'd enjoy them 😊I now have a glorious mental picture of you gaily running home in your best high heels.

Here's to a freedom filled 2023 😍

Irishprincess profile image
IrishprincessAdministratorHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply toSueAppleRun

Haha. I wore really high heels too on Christmas Day and wondered how my relationship with them has changed significantly since I became a runner. I still love heels but now worry in case I turn an ankle or fall off them and how much damage I could do that would prevent me from running πŸ‘ πŸ˜±

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SueAppleRun10 Milesβ€’ in reply toIrishprincess

Those thoughts crossed my mind too, but I thought I could manage house to car and back again, I made Willow promise me no walking would be involved

Irishprincess profile image
IrishprincessAdministratorHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply toSueAppleRun

Oh yes! From car to house/restaurant only high heels πŸ˜‚

misswobble profile image
misswobbleMarathonβ€’ in reply toSueAppleRun

I love heels, but being a runner now, I only wear them if I go for a meal so I’ve only got to totter as far as the loo in them ☺️

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SueAppleRun10 Milesβ€’ in reply tomisswobble

I took them off to nip upstairs to admire the new bathroom, can't believe I used to wear them all day

misswobble profile image
misswobbleMarathonβ€’ in reply toSueAppleRun

I know! 😳

Falling off one’s platforms was a regular occurrence ☺️ Or was that just me πŸ™‚

SueAppleRun profile image
SueAppleRun10 Milesβ€’ in reply tomisswobble

I so loved my platforms but yes, could easily twist an ankle

RunWillie profile image
RunWillieMarathon

Hi linda9389 & other running VRB’s

Sorry about the food poisoning & the Covid 😒

Hope you all had a super Christmas. We had a busy Christmas morning with Church & a lovely lazy Christmas afternoon with just our boys. Our tribe were happy with all their gifts. Phew!Β I got a new run belt with a higher kit carrying capacity which I will need for Marathon training. I also got a couple of pairs of new running shorts. One of which my youngest commented that they were like underwear 🫒 I’ve got two pairs of Saucony shoes in the post from Crazy Christmas sales which will see me through Marathon training. Will post pics when they arrive. (Speed 3 & Tempus)

I’ve got 20k left on my annual goal of 2022km for the year. 2023 goals are written.Β 

Happy week everyone β€οΈπŸƒπŸ»β€β™‚οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

No. 2 Son with his new shoes πŸ”₯
linda9389 profile image
linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toRunWillie

Fabulous! You are on fire and fully prepped for 2023. Your drive and commitment are inspirational RW πŸ₯°

RunWillie profile image
RunWillieMarathonβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

You’re very kind linda9389 😍

I was looking at my Strava this week & all my best efforts were 2021. Covid & the big stack really set me back. I’ve managed to keep consistent with my mileage so hope all those slow miles do pay off for my 2023 plans 🀞

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toRunWillie

It's very hard to make up for lost chunks of time and, to some extent you were unlucky in 2022 but on the other hand it seems to have made you more determined than ever. I'm sure all that will indeed pay off next year πŸ₯°

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RunWillieMarathonβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

2022km βœ”οΈ

Happy New Year everyone β€οΈπŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸƒπŸ»β€β™‚οΈ

New shoes & the underwear shorts 🀣
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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toRunWillie

Woohoo! Massive congratulations!!!

RunWillie profile image
RunWillieMarathonβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

Thanks linda9389 😍

Dexy5 profile image
Dexy510 Milesβ€’ in reply toRunWillie

your son will be even faster in those orange shoes RunWillie. But those furry koala ears might slow him down!

RunWillie profile image
RunWillieMarathonβ€’ in reply toDexy5

🀣 No.2 son is already excited to test them out at park run. Sadly, it is cancelled tomorrow due to fireworks set up. Happy New Year Dexy5 😍

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Dexy510 Milesβ€’ in reply toRunWillie

Happy New Year to you too RunWillie and enjoy the fireworks πŸ’₯

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IrishprincessAdministratorHalf Marathon

Morning Linda and everyone 😍

Well, you’ve definitely ended the year on a bit of turmoil. Here’s hoping a new year will bring a fresh sweep with less illness and injury and more runs πŸ€—

My Christmas was lovely. For the first time ever, we didn’t go out for Christmas lunch and instead stayed home. We really enjoyed it but who knows what we’ll do next year….

A friend, who was staying with us, took a bad cold on Christmas Day but when she got home yesterday she took a COVID test and she’s positive 😱 even though she tested herself on the morning she came and was negative. She has to cancel a holiday in Europe she was starting tomorrow.

I’m keeping everything crossed that we haven't now all got it too 🀞 But hey ho, we can’t lock ourselves away and never go out or not have people visit in the fear of getting it so what will be will be.

We have more family coming later this week so it’s still like a B&B here with all the changing of the beds and cleaning πŸ˜‚

Present-wise I got a gorgeous turquoise blue running top which I haven’t worn yet but can’t wait to show off. I think that’s one of the runs on the Bingo Card so…..

I was able to get a Boxing Day run in yesterday which was gorgeous as the weather was crisp but sunny. Just the thing to get rid of the excess food and drink. Talking about drink, I made myself a hot chocolate when I got in and added a dash of rum with caramel. OMG! It was absolutely delicious πŸ˜‹ (I only ever do these things at Christmas but I’m trying to work out how long Christmas technically lasts ) πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚

Have a great week Linda and everyone and Happy New Year πŸ₯³πŸ₯‚πŸŽˆxxx

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toIrishprincess

Next year we will be going to my daughter for Christmas. That will be the first year in forever that I haven't hosted so I'm beginning the psychological prep now!!! Oh, I do hope you remain covid free (I tested negative this morning so am hopeful that maybe I will get a nice slow restorative run tomorrow). Fingers are firmly crossed for you🀞

Everybody knows there are at least 12 days of Christmas right? Enjoy every one of them before 2023 comes tapping on our shoulders with a basketful of good intentions 😍

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OldflossAdministratorβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

Yeayayyay!

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Dexy510 Milesβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

whoop whoop Linda

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Beachcomber66AdministratorHalf Marathon

Hi Linda; lovely holiday, shame about the return trip and aftermath! You will soon be back running though. You have a retirement to enjoy.

I have had a decent 8 months of running, following a disastrous 6 months. I did slip off a kerb last night! The expected ankle pain did not appear, so hopefully I have escaped lightly. Optimistic assessment is that maybe my ankle strength has improved.

I am supposed to be planning a trip to Alaska this year; that will be a challenge. I need to dig out our book on responding to bear charges!

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toBeachcomber66

Oh yes, retirement .... πŸ₯°Your determination and dedication to put the disastrous 6 months behind you has been an exemplary lesson for us all πŸ‘Œ and it's so good to see you reaping the rewards and heading into 2023 with nothing less than strong ankles 😍

Im counting down the days - 15 between me and my next trip to BC (another long haul flight though, ughhh). But Alaska, wow that will be amazing, how wonderful. You're heading for a great 2023 πŸ₯°

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misswobbleMarathonβ€’ in reply toBeachcomber66

Alaska! Ooh that sounds exciting! πŸ€—

Anchored down in Anchorage, Alaska 🎢🎡 tum ti tum I’ll be singing that all night now πŸ™‚

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Beachcomber66AdministratorHalf Marathon

BC sounds wonderful too πŸ™‚.

Our destination is the Toklat River flood plain in the North East corner of Denali National Park. Running away from bears is not recommended! 🧸

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toBeachcomber66

It sounds like a very brave trip in the making 😱

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Dexy510 Milesβ€’ in reply toBeachcomber66

You can buy bells to carry while running Beachcomber66 to keep the bears away. Although the advice given to skiers when we were in Whistler was to make yourself look big, clap your hands and make a noise! 🐻

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Beachcomber66AdministratorHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply toDexy5

We were trained by our daughter Jill, so we have an idea as to what we are supposed to do; doing it in a remote location when a bear is charging might be another matter! I am going to talk to Trail Finders to see if they can come up with a guided package. This is all about delivering on a wish of Jill’s; she carried out her PhD research in a wonderful place, to which one day she hoped to return. In reality the number of fatalities from bear attacks is very low; sadly people are much more dangerous throughout the world!

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Dexy510 Milesβ€’ in reply toBeachcomber66

That trip will be a wonderful tribute to Jill, Beachcomber. Trailfinders are a great company and are sure to come up with the organised trip you need. It sound very exciting, but I’m sure it will be emotional too.

Happy New Year to you and Mrs BC.

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Beachcomber66AdministratorHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply toDexy5

It will be a mixture of feelings as you say Dexy5. One of those things which has to be done.

Happy New Year to you and UTS. πŸ™‚

Stephen_UK profile image
Stephen_UKHalf Marathon

Hi Linda (and everyone). This is my first post for ages. Have been busy and not able to visit much, but I hope everyone is doing OK.

Linda, so sorry to hear about your recent troubles and hope you are recovering. And, as you say, there’s a whole new year of running to look forward to.

I managed a half marathon locally this morning, so finally feel that I’m not an imposter on this forum. It has been a tough running year with injury and extreme weather, but it all came together today. I’ve been doing 5K and 10K distances all year so 21.1K was a bit of a leap, but I’m glad I did it. Sitting under a blanket with the cat now.

Is there any chance of another HU HM event? Running β€œwith” the forum is always so inspiring and a lot easier that doing it all alone.

Hope everyone is having a good Christmas, and wishing you all a Happy New Year.

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IrishprincessAdministratorHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply toStephen_UK

You’ve never been an imposter here Stephen! Great news about the HM πŸ₯³ You’re well on track to start the new year strong πŸ’ͺ

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Stephen_UKHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply toIrishprincess

Thank you, IP. Hope all’s good with you.

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toStephen_UK

There are no imposters here! Well dont on that half marathon today, what a great finish to the year.Another HUHM is a great idea. Somehow I just couldn't find the time to make it happen this year, but hopefully spring 2023 will be a different story. It's on the radar 😊

Stephen_UK profile image
Stephen_UKHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

Many thanks, Linda. Very pleased to hear that!

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministrator

Hope you stay negative now :)

I am looking forward as are many of us, to a calmer and steadier New Year of running.. and I wish you and everyone here a Healthy and Happy 2023.

Did my second negative test today.. First one was Christmas Day.. thank you, St Nicholas !

Irishprincess profile image
IrishprincessAdministratorHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply toOldfloss

Whoop whoop for the second negative test Floss 😍 xxx

Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorβ€’ in reply toIrishprincess

That's what I said Maj! Even managed as small air punch!

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toOldfloss

Oh that's great news for you OF, I'm so pleased. I had one negative followed by two disappointing positives. Am hoping today's negative will be repeated tomorrow - I am itching for a run, however slow. I can only reiterate your sentiment, here's to a happy and healthy new year!

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Dexy510 Milesβ€’ in reply toOldfloss

Brilliant Oldfloss

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathon

Oh let’s hope you’re really negative this time Linda. 🀞🀞 What a nightmarish trip home though - been there, done that after a dodgy Indian years ago and flying solo to Boston. Not fun AT ALL. 😩

We had a lovely drawn out Christmas with two separate Christmas dinners! I seem to have spent most of my time in the kitchen, but I love cooking and it was all well received.

I ran at the gym this morning for the first time since Christmas Eve and boy I needed it! I used my shiny new Forerunner 255. Only 4k, but I made myself work with a few hills. πŸ₯΅

I’d definitely be up for an HUHM (NOT on the common!), in fact I was saying to Mr Cheeky earlier that I’m going to embark on the NRC HM plan in January. I need something to work towards. πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

Happy New Year everyone! ❀️

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply tocheekychipmunks

Thanks Cheeky. A second negative test today thankfully. All I need now is some energy.

Sounds like you had a lovely Christmas but I bet that run felt good today. A new watch? What fun! Lots of new stats to play with perhaps?

I will definitely give some serious thought to a HUHM for this spring. There's plenty of time between now and then so I have no excuse 😍

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misswobbleMarathonβ€’ in reply tocheekychipmunks

I’ve been running with NRC for quite a while now and love the guided runs πŸ₯°. They sent a Β£20 running voucher to my phone the other day and I redeemed it today. I bought a Dri-fit long zip warm lined top πŸ™‚

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cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply tomisswobble

Hey that’s a bonus MW! How did you get that? πŸ˜€

misswobble profile image
misswobbleMarathonβ€’ in reply tocheekychipmunks

I use the NRC app and am currently doing a half marathon plan. The Β£20 voucher popped onto my my messages in the app. I put the voucher towards a Β£37.95 top but I noticed this morning the same top had been reduced to Β£17.95 πŸ™„

cheekychipmunks profile image
cheekychipmunksHalf Marathonβ€’ in reply tomisswobble

I use the NRC app too, and have done a few HM plans ….. I need to keep an eye on my in box!

misswobble profile image
misswobbleMarathonβ€’ in reply tocheekychipmunks

it was in the Nike app inbox. I think it’s on your NRC app profile page - at the bottom

My top has arrived just now πŸ™‚ I might test it out this afto πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

linda9389 profile image
linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply tomisswobble

I see I have one too, never noticed the messages before! Although it can only be used against full price items

misswobble profile image
misswobbleMarathonβ€’ in reply tolinda9389

yes I noticed that. Loads of sale stuff to sift through. Maybe that’s the idea 😁

Anyway it’s arrived so might give it a test run when my lunch has gone down πŸƒβ€β™€οΈ

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Dexy510 Miles

Commiserations Linda, we’ve had a similar experience, apart from the 3 weeks in Costa Rica, which sound wonderful. Having run around like mad doing shopping and cooking prep ready for my sister and family to join us from Christmas Eve, UTS tested + on the night before they were due to arrive! So visitors had to stay home and we had a rather full fridge. Fortunately I was still testing negative on Christmas morning so I did take part in a very jolly parkrun.

I could have locked UTS in a spare bedroom to protect myself, but we just carried on as normal to make the most of the holiday. We still did the full Christmas dinner. I think it’s the first Christmas we’ve had with just 2 of us in 19 years of marriage!

We were then due to entertain our lovely Motley crew on New Year’s Eve , but UTS is still + on day 6 and I tested + yesterday with the faintest of lines, so that’s me for at least 5 days. More celebrations are cancelled but at least I hadn’t done any extra shopping, and I don’t feel very ill, just a bit weary.

For my runny gifts I got a very light running shoe box but in it was a gift voucher for the next pair of my choice, and a shockabsorber bra (which UTS has forgotten to wrap up and give to me). UTS received one of the new parkrun milestone 100 running vests which he is very chuffed with and a milestone 100 badge.

Wishing you a speedy negative test and a Happy Runny New Year. All the people I have spoken to say don’t rush your return to running, even if you feel ok at the time.

Happy new year everybody πŸ₯³ 🎈

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toDexy5

Ugh! You have my sympathies! Hubbie still trsting positive - probably 5 or 6 days behind me - but I had my second negative test yesterday. I went for a run this morning and actually feel quite energised by it (for now anyway), itsbeen so long since my last one. I hope you get away with mild symptoms and that it doesn't eat too far into your new year.New running shoes is definitely something to look forward to, how wonderful! Let's hope it isn't too long before you are bouncing along the prom on wonderfully cushioned soles once again 😍

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So lovely to have you back here! I am pleased that I have been able to keep up running in the last week including a double parkrun weekend. Hoping to do the same at NY. It’s really helped being able to get out and having a break as I’ve been really busy this year. I potentially have a HM end of March and a 20miles in June. I’m mainly focusing on running every other day rather than time and distance.

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linda9389AdministratorMarathonβ€’ in reply toCouchpotato2

Wow, your running sounds to be well and truly back on track. Excellent! Heading into 2023 strong πŸ’ͺπŸ₯°

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