Superscally Posted April 20, 2019 Report Share Posted April 20, 2019 10 hours ago, gigpusher said: Neither did I!! The dogs on the other hand are dune demons. I suspect 4 paw drive gives them a natural advantage! Did you see Cactus the dog? ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StupidDream Posted April 20, 2019 Report Share Posted April 20, 2019 4 hours ago, Quark said: My brother does a lot on the Brecons and Black Mountains, I can ask him. Although being my brother it's unlikely that you'll get a remotely useful answer tbh. Are you thinking long multi-day trails/paths, or just good single day jobs? Perhaps to be combined if you want to pitch tent in the evenings? Preferably multi-day trails, usually pitching a tent (near a pub), sometimes a hostel. We like to save on accommodation and spend it on good food So some Villages along the way would be great. Couple of years ago we thought about doing Offa's Dyke Path, guess there's plenty of information on that. Another friend will only come with us if we'll do day hikes without backpack. Do the Black Mountains have a lot of nice paths? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woffy Posted April 20, 2019 Report Share Posted April 20, 2019 4 hours ago, Superscally said: Did you see Cactus the dog? ? While trying to find pics of you on the MdS website daily updates & on Twitter there were more stories / pics of her / him than anyone! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morph100 Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 Just did a 45 min bike ride with baby morph strapped to a seat on the crossbar, he loved it apart from when I stopped at a red light where he screamed and head butted me backwards until I started peddling again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quark Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 1 hour ago, morph100 said: Just did a 45 min bike ride with baby morph strapped to a seat on the crossbar, he loved it apart from when I stopped at a red light where he screamed and head butted me backwards until I started peddling again. I approve of baby morph's approach 4 weeks into this training plan, down half a stone and just over 3% body fat. Bit gutted about the knee, can work around it in the gym but running's not happening yet. Was just getting back into that bit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Jass Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 This time next week.... Christ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StupidDream Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 57 minutes ago, Hugh Jass said: This time next week.... Christ. Fortunately, temperatures are down in the current forecasts, hopefully not too much rain. You'll do fine, reading all you've put in. Crowds add an extra dimension. Do you have some days off after the event? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dotdash79 Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 50 mile bike ride with 1000 meters of climbing. Legs are starting to feel alive again after a few months off the bike. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gigpusher Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 18 hours ago, Woffy said: While trying to find pics of you on the MdS website daily updates & on Twitter there were more stories / pics of her / him than anyone! As it should be!! 23 hours ago, Superscally said: Did you see Cactus the dog? ? Yes. Dogs are just the best. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quark Posted April 21, 2019 Report Share Posted April 21, 2019 49 minutes ago, dotdash79 said: 50 mile bike ride with 1000 meters of climbing. Legs are starting to feel alive again after a few months off the bike. Lovely stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
found home in 2009 Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 Did a 8.5 mile cycle yesterday. First time I've been on my bike this year. Felt good, though probably undid some of my good work by having an easter egg and a few jack and cokes after it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gigpusher Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 20 hours ago, Hugh Jass said: This time next week.... Christ. Just follow your plan and make sure you do your carb loading right. My husband has done 2 marathons and it does make a big difference. Honey on toast is a good carb loading snack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the beadle Posted April 22, 2019 Report Share Posted April 22, 2019 To get/keep fit I shall mostly be gardening until Tuesday 25th June, when I will pack my tent and bugger off to the Glade stage for six days. God knows what I’ll be like come Monday 1st July, fit to drop I expect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Jass Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 On 4/21/2019 at 2:08 PM, StupidDream said: Fortunately, temperatures are down in the current forecasts, hopefully not too much rain. You'll do fine, reading all you've put in. Crowds add an extra dimension. Do you have some days off after the event? Yeah I’ve got Monday and Tuesday off. Sunday - Run a marathon Monday - Game of Thrones Tuesday - Avengers Endgame Epic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Jass Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 Final 5 miles yesterday, now it’s about wrapping myself up in cotton wool ahead of Sunday. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 (edited) Been exercising five times a week every single week this year. Just had a long boozy weekend in Warsaw - and the gym and pool that came with my accommodation was closed for Easter (I tried to go twice!). Going to be an effort to get to five by COP Friday but am determined to do it (managed to do weights this morning!). Manchester derby clashes with my weekly football game too! Edited April 23, 2019 by Homer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penrhos Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 much family sabotage this weekend - despite telling everyone I was on a diet and I didn't want any crap for Easter, there were several Easter eggs (note were - I've eaten all of them) given to myself and the missus. Put two pounds on - but still 20lbs less than when I started. On the plus point did an Easter egg hunt with the grand-kids which was fun and clocked up 50K steps over the weekend. Back on fruit & 0% Greek Yogurt for breakfast and plenty of fruit/veg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fred quimby Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 So Wednesday - Morning Run. Then afternoon down to London with Son for a gig (stood around head nodding) Few drinks Home and in bed 4.15 am Thursday - Up at 8 am in for interview (got job) then out at night with friends for too many drinks. Did not eat all day Friday - Hung-over but 13 mile walk then back on the booze at 14.00 as friends 40th. Drinking all day then off to Bristol for Queen Tribute act and 80's disco (2 bottles of champagne, 6 pinks and 5 shots) Lots of dancing - In bed at 4.30 am Saturday - Not much, small walk Sunday - 12 mile walk Monday - finished second week of Couch to 5k and out for drinks with friends. So not too bad training for Glastonbury. I am nearly match fit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb4747 Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 2 hours ago, Hugh Jass said: Final 5 miles yesterday, now it’s about wrapping myself up in cotton wool ahead of Sunday. you don't have tickets? ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh Jass Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 23 minutes ago, cb4747 said: you don't have tickets? ? I do have tickets. I’m talking about the London marathon next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Low Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 On 4/21/2019 at 5:32 PM, dotdash79 said: 50 mile bike ride with 1000 meters of climbing. Legs are starting to feel alive again after a few months off the bike. Good effort. It's a great feeling when the legs come back to life. Done a similar ride over the weekend through the Black Mountains. Pictures don't do the heights and views justice - I suddenly felt very small on my bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dotdash79 Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 35 minutes ago, D-Low said: Good effort. It's a great feeling when the legs come back to life. Done a similar ride over the weekend through the Black Mountains. Pictures don't do the heights and views justice - I suddenly felt very small on my bike. Looks amazing I was on the west Pennines moors. Just got out this evening a quick 20 miles. Trying to get back to where I was last year before snapping my wrist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quark Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 41 minutes ago, D-Low said: Good effort. It's a great feeling when the legs come back to life. Done a similar ride over the weekend through the Black Mountains. Pictures don't do the heights and views justice - I suddenly felt very small on my bike. Lush. Not been to the Blacks but my brother's taken me out on some routes in the Brecons. Knee's flared up after the weekend, so having to rethink training at the moment. Gutted, just need to take care of it so I get back sooner rather than later Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-Low Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 5 minutes ago, Quark said: Lush. Not been to the Blacks but my brother's taken me out on some routes in the Brecons. Knee's flared up after the weekend, so having to rethink training at the moment. Gutted, just need to take care of it so I get back sooner rather than later Some breathtaking views. Never been so tired in all my life though. It was nearly vertical climbs and just as steep descents. Hope the knee heels quickly -always a risk of overdoing the exercise. I've learnt the hard way many times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smeble Posted April 23, 2019 Report Share Posted April 23, 2019 In preparation for trekking the Inca trail in mid June and hopefully Glastonbury if I’m successful in the resale I climbed Snowdon on Saturday, bloody hard work but worth it for the views, although the fantastic weather brought out the crowds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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