Last night 9 GoodGymers ran 1.4km to, do some work on East Croydon Community Organisation (ECCO) gardens by the tram track near Blake Road. Witht he help of two of the local residents (not converted to GG as yet) we managed to clear two of the raised flower beds of weeds and discarded rubbish. Although the number of bags filled was not a record breaker there was a noticeable difference in the work completed. As its the party season there were talks about Christmas dos and plans for going forward in terms of our monthly drinks.

We filled 18 bags of weed and litter before tidying up and running back to Solutions for our cool down stretches. MAssive thanks to all attendees.

We welcomed first timer Fiona, who rocked up to her first good gym run with document in hand rearing to go on getting her DBS check so she can start mission and one day coach run. CHeck out her profile give her some GoodGym love. Fiona has already earned four badges since joining GoodGym what a great start, despite her getting lost on her way home from the group run.

Well done to Sally on completing her 25th good deed last night.

To show that the work we do is appreciated and that I am not taking all the plaudits for myself, despite not being able to join us last night due to other commitments. I received the below message from Jerry at ECCO.

Hi Conroy Great work again on the part of Team Goodgym. 18 bags - very neatly filled and stacked - c’est magnifique! Looking forward to seeing you on 18 December. Kind regards

Are you joining us in rounding the year of in style? I know I am looking forward to our visit to Little Bay are you? Sign up here, remember running clothes optional.

Next week we are off to Foundation4LIfe this task is within walking distance from our start location, dont fancy running, its ok you can walk. Sign up here

Although our last group run is on 18th December, There are still mission slots available, why not book one today? Remember you do not need to be DBS cleared to do a community missions.

Have you seen this week's email from GG Central? Well I did, so if you didn't it's ok I'll share!

GoodGym News

• Fantastic to see and read about all the amazing Community Missions this week, lots of cheers all round. Also, great to see loads of Taskforce setting up food collections for Fairshare.

• There is an exciting opportunity to work for GoodGym and help increase participation for women, BAME, those with disabilities and those from lower socio-econmic backgrounds - Check out the job here

• Remember to complete 1 Group Run, 2 Community Missions and 3 Cheers this month to get a limited edition Winter 3-2-1 Badge. Click here to find out about the other badges.

• Looking for a new podcast recommendation? It's your lucky day...check out Marathon Talk, episode 467 to listen to Anji who is the Newcastle Trainer.

Reminder about Group Runs not running over the holidays (24th December - January 6th) but hopefully loads of Community Missions to keep that winter warmth feeling.