There’s no denying that we’re feeling lifted by the general rise in temperatures…
As the year progresses those hibernating wake from their slumber…
The grass grows as sunlight breathes in life…
Throw open the doors as the sun rises and the aroma of early morning dew rides on the air.
Spring is here. At last!!
Spirits are raised for those who feel the heavy weight of the winter cold and darkness.
Through these months we’ve remained strong. Outside our shared passion of putting one foot in front of the other we’ve shared our experiences to get through. And we got through!
The lighter nights continue to draw numbers along to training…
Some are drawn to midweek events, something more prevalent during these lighter evenings…
A night race attracted one to the east before the weekend arrived.
Saturday. We know it’s coming. It’s inevitable. There’s no escaping it. You know how it goes… At 9am there’s always a start line that’s calling. Dotted up and down the country we got out there and did our stuff.
Some still down under got theirs in before we’d even hit the hay. Of course, we’re not jealous! Honest guv.
Big numbers across our two home locations as well as some seeking somewhere new and some fulfilling the requirements of the trail championships…
parkrun numbers were high but slightly down on previous weeks as some saved themselves for Sunday’s antics…
Mothering Sunday. We have lots of mothers in the club and we celebrate them all for their wonderful commitment to their families… After being celebrated by their own many joined other members to head to the capital to cover 6.2 miles around the Bay!
63 members laced up their daps and stood on the start line to cover the distance. With runners, volunteers and marshals from the club ranks it was a proper club outing. Clouds and a cool breeze greeted our runners but a plethora of PB’s were achieved and lots of smiles meant the slight downturn in conditions could not dampen their spirits.
There are some events that stand out in the running calendar. The reason cannot always be quantified. Sometimes the magic just happens. A combination of cameraderie and support mix with the atmosphere of the day in a unique cocktail that bring the Phoenix together.
It reminds us of the special bonds that bind us.
it doesn’t have to be a long way.
It doesn’t have to be really fast.
We just have to share the experience, even if that’s from afar and just reading about it – we we still share in the endeavour.
Well done all!
On a day that ends the club year and sees in a new one – we embrace the future on the back of a good day and look forward to it with enthusiasm and excitement!
Let’s do this guys!
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