On the Mondayest of Tuesdays a small group of four met for a group session to one of the brilliant charities we’ve helped the most at GoodGym Newcastle: Recyke Y Bike. It’s a small run to get there and Louise led the trio of runners while I took the walking option.

It was great to catch up on Beth’s wedding stories and photos- congratulations Beth, you looked gorgeous! On arrival at Recyke Y Bike we were given two tasks to do (quietly) while a bike maintenance class was going on. The first one was very satisfying, writing labels to attach to bikes that are being donated in the community. This was a job we did quickly as a four but would have taken ages for just one person to complete- definitely one of our strengths at GoodGym! The second job was to sweep out the workshop space, again a hugely satisfying “little” thing that makes a big difference.

On the way to the fitness session after the task we were met by a member of the public asking about what we do, so we did an extra good deed by sharing a bit about GoodGym. I’m pleased to say she’s already signed up! Louise led the fitness session tonight, inspired by National Lemon Juice Day (yes really!) we had a fruit inspired pairs (should that be pears?) game in which I attempted to bend every rule and still managed to lose. After the fitness session a big moment for me as I ran back with the group for the first time in three and a half years. Without context that makes me sound lazy, but if you know the context you know why that’s quite a big deal. And a lovely run it was!

We’ve got a midweek community mission tomorrow helping to transform an allotment. A great chance to get your hands dirty and do good. Get involved if you can.