We had a female only crew last night! A first for Goodgym Stockport. 6 lovely ladies were raring to go as we set off at the usual start location of lifelesiure at 6.30pm. The run was slightly longer than a few we have had over the few weeks, so we casually set off, slightly increasing the pace.

Tonights task was at Chelwood baptist church, the church is used for various social groups and classes for the community as well as being the location for the foodbank. Chelwood (which is a combination name for Cheadle and Adswood!!! As its in the middle of both areas) is a small church, we were asked to help out in the garden area as its a couple who are responsible for the area, however the main gardener suffers with fibromyalgia and so has a great deal of pain and is finding it increasingly difficult to do the work that is needed.

The sun was beaming once again last night, so we looked like we had been watered by the time we arrived at the church. As soon as we arrived the tools (very professional set of gardening aids!) and gloves were handed out and we just cracked on with weed pulling, litter picking and generally tidying up the area. It was a very peaceful and relaxing task basking in the sun, after 45 minutes the area was looking wonderful and fresh and so we were we, and so it was time to get our run back on and run back to the centre.

With the group run being a small one there was a different vibe, it felt very casual and chatty, although that could also be because it was all female??? We talked about so much it kind of blew my mind…………..

Thanks to Caroline for popping over to come run with us after her Goodgym trip to Sofia, where 84 Goodgymers took part in the running event, it looked fabulous.

Talking of fabulous running events, this Sunday is the Manchester half and 10k, I’m really looking forward to seeing a few of us down there, the deadline for places is Thursday, so if your wanting to join us then get signed up soon.

Massive good luck to Anne as she runs her 1st half. Its going to be a warm one so keep hydrated and keep smiling!

Have a great week running guys, lisa x x