As usual we were gathering and preparing before 9am for our run.

This is not a race, just a kick start on Saturday morning. Meeting with other runners, support the community and have a chance for social after all of these.

The Parkrun run director Penny was very kind and welcoming. She helped with setting up for barcode scanning. Was all done in less than 5min including the training. Scanning barcodes are very easy and simple task to cool down after your run while helping out.

If you are a little competitive or would like to scale up your endurance Sunny Hill parkrun is a good place to be.

On Tuesday evening, GoodGym Barnet volunteers Beattie,Theo,Ed and Richard headed back to Long Lane Pasture, the site of our group run, for a session filled with teamwork, headtorches, and a whole lot of woodchip.

Richard took the lead as run leader, guiding the group safely along the darker parts of the route. Beattie welcomed everyone with her trademark warmth, while Theodore and Edward kept the group together as back markers, ensuring no one was left behind.

🌱 Meeting Donald & Getting Stuck In We met with Donald, one of the dedicated task owners from the Long Lane Pasture.

Donald had prepared three large sacks of woodchip, ready to be moved up a hill and spread along a 60cm‑wide earth pathway. Armed with shovels, buckets, gloves, and headtorches, the team got straight to work. The group formed a smooth rhythm — scooping, carrying, tipping, and raking — gradually transforming the track into a refreshed path that will benefit visitors and protect the site’s biodiversity.

Huge appreciation to everyone who came out — Beattie, Theodore, Edward and Richard keeping the group safe and together.

Long Lane Pasture looked better already by the time we left, and Donald was delighted with the progress. A brilliant evening of community, graft, and GoodGym spirit.

A bright and energetic Saturday morning saw Jacqui, Subham, and Richard heading to Sunny Hill parkrun for a start‑your‑weekend‑right session.

Meeting at the start line just before 9am, with the group gathering at the starting. The atmosphere was classic Sunny Hill: friendly volunteers, eager runners, and that familiar mix of nerves and excitement before the countdown begins.

The trio joined the 5km course, taking on Sunny Hill’s famously undulating route. Whether powering up the climbs or cruising down the descents, everyone kept strong momentum and supported each other throughout. A great effort all round.

The team meant to support the parkrun community but it wasn't required at the end. Sunny Hill parkrun relies on volunteers every week of barcode scanning, stewarding, and keeping the event running smoothly for all participants. Keep yourself updated on their Facebook page

After finishing, the trio walked down to the local cafe to drink a well deserved refreshment.

Turn up and help make someone’s Saturday healthier and happier, we’ll be back again soon.