On Sunday morning, a team of GoodGym volunteers,Sooz, Rue, and Md helped make another fantastic London Fields Junior parkrun possible.

40 children took part in the 2 lapper, 2km run, bringing lots of enthusiasm, determination and smiles to the park. It was great to see six runners achieve new Personal Bests, but as always at junior parkrun, the biggest success was seeing children enjoying being active, building confidence and having fun.

We were especially pleased to welcome eight first-time visitors to London Fields Junior parkrun, including seven children completing their very first junior parkrun. There is something special about seeing children discover the joy of parkrun for the first time, supported by cheering volunteers and an encouraging community atmosphere.

A huge thank you goes to our GoodGym volunteers who marshalled the course, cheered runners on, helped keep everyone safe and brought plenty of energy and encouragement along the way. The difference a friendly smile, a high-five or a few words of support can make to a child taking part should never be underestimated.

Junior parkrun depends entirely on volunteers, and we were proud to be part of a wider volunteer team of 12 people who gave their time on a Sunday morning so local children and families could enjoy a free, fun and welcoming event.

One of the things we love most about supporting London Fields Junior parkrun is seeing the community come together. Children challenge themselves, families spend time outdoors, friendships grow, and volunteers play a small but important role in making it all happen.

Thanks to everyone who volunteered, ran, walked, cheered and supported the event. We are already looking forward to doing it all again next Sunday.

What a fantastic morning we had at London Fields, with an impressive 47 runners joining us for their weekly 2km adventure. It was wonderful to welcome 10 first timers and to see so many new faces returning, alongside familiar faces making a welcome comeback after the long summer break.

Before setting off, everyone threw themselves into an energetic warm-up expertly led by Sooz, getting minds and bodies ready for action. Then it was off through London Fields, with autumn already making its presence felt as runners charged through the first of the falling leaves.

There were some brilliant performances across the field, including an incredible 8 personal bests. A huge well done to everyone who took part, including our 2 unknown runners, who joined in all the fun and enthusiasm.

One of the most heartening parts of the morning came after the finish, when lots of children took the time to come over and say thank you to the volunteers. We really do like that. Junior parkrun is about much more than running; it is about community, kindness and encouragement, and those small gestures mean a great deal to everyone who helps make the event happen.

As ever, junior parkrun simply could not happen without volunteers like GG ers Hilary,Md, and Rue. The support of the local community, including GoodGym members, is a crucial part of the whole set-up. So if you ever find yourself wondering what to do on a Sunday morning, why not come and join us? And if, like Eva, you have plans for a leisurely breakfast with a friend who does not get up too early, you can always come and join us first!

See you next Sunday.