Even if we're just digging in the dark

Ten enthusiastic Good Gymers rocked up for their run this evening, on #WorldMentalHealthDay. We headed up to the allotment to do some tasks for Colchester in Bloom, and made sure to #RunandTalk all the way there and back! Pam set us to work on re-potting, cutting back, planting, watering, digging, and shifting paving slabs and compost about. Everyone worked really hard, and got a huge amount done. Extra kudos to everyone for doing this in the dark too! Despite our own torches, and extra lamps supplied by Pam, it was still hard to see, as we were moving about the site doing different tasks.

Before we set off, we wished everyone luck for their races this weekend - two 10 milers, in Tiptree and York, and no doubt the odd parkun will be bagged too (#DFYB). Happy running, and stay hydrated, because unbelievably, it's still quite warm at the moment!

And finally, remember to focus on your self-care, to stay on top of your own mental health and wellbeing - reach out to others if you need to talk, run with friends if you are lacking motivation, and rest if your body's telling you to!

See you next time, Helen 10, out.