On a lovely, sunny Tuesday evening, 19 runners set off to tidy up the Canal from bridges 1-3. It was great to see welcome 3 new runner, hello Jo, Cathy and Dave. It had been a busy weekend with parkrun appearances and great runs and personal bests at Northbrook 10km. As a supporter on the course, it was great to see so many familiar faces running well!

Tonight we were supporting the Canal and Rivers Trust and helping maintain a cycle way for Sustrans.

It was clear to see as we set off that the canal has been used more regularly recently in the warmer weather as there was plenty of rubbish for us to collect. Many hands definitely made light work and there was a flurry of activity as we cleared the areas around and between bridges 1-3. The most interesting find this time was a note excusing a child from PE due to mountain climbing! along with a water pistol, shoe, safe and DVD.

After heading back into town, we used a new location for a speed work fitness session that was a twist on the traditional relay run. All runners enjoyed the session, possibly enjoying the up hill leg less than the downhill leg.

Here are the links to the two local runs you might be in Sunrise 5km and Chase the sun.

Have a lovely week, Liz x