Wednesday 16th October 2019
Abi Dixon has done their first good deed with GoodGym.
Abi is a now a fully fledged GoodGym runner. They've just run to do good for the first time. They are out there making amazing things happen and getting fit at the same time.
Wed 16th Oct 2019 at 6:15pm
Warwick & Leamington Spa Report written by Becky McWass
39 runners joined us on the first ever GoodGym run in Warwick and Leamington Spa, running a total of 6K to Bring Back Guys Cliff. We had an electrifying evening, where luckily no one sat on the fence and everyone got stuck in, including removing 20 meters of old electric fencing.
We started our run with the local paparazzi, its nice to be famous... although I'm not entirely sure we were as 'dynamic' sitting in the garden, so order was restored and we set off on our 'marathon' (can't wait to see the photos)
Due to the amount of runners our warm-up became fairly creative on the first part of the run, a nice little stop of fast feet before crossing the road warmed us all up.
Anne met us on her trusty steed (bike) and led us to the ghostly Guys Cliff. This amazing building is being bought back to life with much love and care from the local community.
We soon got stuck into a range of tasks from removing electric fencing (thanks to Simon for checking it was definitely dead) , to weeding, clearing leaves, cutting down plants and moving concrete.
Before heading back we did a little fitness session, including celebrating John's 100th good deed, he came all the way from Birmingham to support us. So of course we had to sing 'Happy 100th to him'
We finished off the session with some classic games - Sharks and Fishies, amazing how many fishies could be caught in one go when the area is fairly small. One runner even threw themselves to the sharks to let their fellow fishies escape.
Our final game involved getting each team member across the area by moving in a different way. There was some interesting use of arms and legs by some members and some beautiful high knees.
On our return run there appeared to be a bit more hill than we remembered. All safetly returned to The Fat Pug we had a little stretch whilst David told us about how to get involved in Mission runs and coached runs.
Massive thanks to everyone for creating a great launch night, we can't wait to see you all again next week. Don't forget to tell your friends too.....
Thu 17th Oct 2019 at 6:09am
Brilliant launch, well done Becky. Thanks for the 100th squats celebration and all the best for the future!
Thu 17th Oct 2019 at 8:16am
It was a great run.... my first ever. Really enjoyed it and look forward to another one. Relieved I didn’t see any ghosts as well!
Thu 17th Oct 2019 at 8:32am
Thanks so much to all involved, both as organisers and supporters. I can't wait to see this grow and grow.
Thu 17th Oct 2019 at 9:50am
Sounds like a great launch, congrats all! Definitely want to know more about sharks and fishes!
Thu 17th Oct 2019 at 11:44am
Thank you to everyone who made this possible, it was the best leaf raking experience I've ever had :) Will definitely be back!
Thu 17th Oct 2019 at 12:01pm
anyone know if all the pictures will be available somewhere?
Thu 17th Oct 2019 at 7:26pm
Really enjoyed it and thanks for getting me up the hill on the way back Becky!
Wed 16th Oct 2019 at 6:15pm