#ParkRun 32 done. Bethlem is significantly 'different' from our normal (very very flat and easy) course. So I always sort of dread it as I know I'm going to struggle. But equally I know I'm going to get more out of it and the day I manage to get round without stopping will be a day of national celebration and marching bands. Today was not that day, but OF COURSE I feel amazing.

If I can serve as an inspiration/warning to anyone..... If you're in two minds about getting out and about and going for a run - JUST DO IT. I promise its worth it. Even if it's not a PB. Even if you don't absolutely crush it. It'll be worth it. You'll feel better - more positive. You'll blow away the cobwebs and some of the negativity. And if like me you struggle greatly with the Black Dog, it'll do wonders that pretty much nothing else can.

For those that manage, I salute you.

For your efforts..... A fucking awful picture my wife took of me. I look like I need to be put down or into some kind of home.

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That's Bolberry Down #parkrun done. It is a difficult one to travel to entailing at least 2 miles of #Devon lanes right at the end of the journey which can often entail Mexican stand-offs before someone gives in and reverses! The course is gently undulating and is a 3 lap affair. The views are absolutely stunning! It is mostly on grass, some on gravel, and a small amount on tarmac. I was 129th out of 254. My time was 27:07 which makes me happy.
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A nice flat and fast run at Cassiobury parkrun in #Watford this morning. I came in 156th place on 26:31. Pending confirmation, this could be my #parkrun PB.
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Where are you all running this week? I am over half way through my 60 miles fundraiser for the MND Association and feeling good. Plymouth Argyle #pafc are playing in Watford on Saturday so in the morning, my #parkrun fix will be at Cassiobury Park Watford. I had a walk there yesterday and it seems mostly flat but the weather is warm and humid. Hope I can get a good time.
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As my pregnant friend is no longer pregnant (she's now a mum for a third time), I was free to run to my own pace. Managed a watch time of 27:41 at #Plymvalley #parkrun which might be a course PB for me if the official time is close to that.
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#Plymouth #Devon
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A rather damp #parkrun at #Plymvalley this morning. My pregnant friend is now at 38 weeks and I keep her company at a much reduced pace which is nice as for a change, I can talk while running at that pace. She is talking about doing next week's run as well which I am gobsmacked at. After that, I will go back to trying my best.

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As I am in #Cardiff for the week, I took the opportunity to take a run on the alternative #parkrun route that will be in use this Saturday morning. I think I like it. I may have misjudged the exact start point but did finish of the 5k. #runnersofmastadon #OlderMenRun

As a am in #Cardiff for the week, I took the opportunity to take a run on the alternative #parkrun route that will be in use this Saturday morning. I think I like it. I may have misjudged the exact start point but did finish of the 5k. #runnersofmastadon #OlderMenRun

My friend is now 35 weeks pregnant and is no longer beating me by minutes every week. So now I am slowing down to keep her company. Today we ran an easy 35:12 at #Plymvalley #parkrun and the photo is of the two of us before handing in our finishing tokens.

Next week I am going international and crossing into Wales where I will take on the #Cardiff #Parkrun in Bute Park.

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My friend is now 35 weeks pregnant and is no longer beating me by minutes every week. So now I am slowing down to keep her company. Today we ran an easy 35:12 at #Plymvalley #parkrun and the phot is of the two of us before handing in our finishing tokens.

Next week I am going international and crossing into Wales where I will take on the #Cardiff #Parkrun in Bute Park.

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It is exactly one year to the day since I left my door for the first step of the Couch to 5K programme.
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I ran the #Tavy5k at Tavistock Athletics Club this morning and did my first sub-27 minute 5k.

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I am not doing a #parkrun today. I have been persuaded to run at the #Tavy5k run in Tavistock for a change. Report later.
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I took part in my first ever race today. The January Jaunt 10k organised by Plympton Round Table. Very pleased to have done 59:22 in my first ever 10k!

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First #parkrun of the year completed. #CentralParkrun at #Plymouth #Central Park

@foxyloxy Stayed dry until close to the end so not too badly soaked.

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Central Parkrun 50.
After a week of illness I was so glad to be fit to run again in time for this. #parkrun #CentralParkrun #Plymouth #chilly #OlderMenRun

Had a lovely run on a circular route from Central Park to Plymouth Hoe and back this morning courtesy of Storm Plymouth. Took a tumble part way around and have gravel rash on my left elbow!

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Central Parkrun 049 (My 10th Parkrun). As I was returning to exercise after two weeks of illness, I took it easy and completed the hilly 5K course in 29:09 and was the 131st finisher. Official results to follow.
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