Katie, Jen, Dave and Andy gave the benches and a hefty cable drum a fresh lick of paint.

Samantha donned her Ghostbusters kit and Jane her bucket and broom and together they disinfected four runs. Then, armed with secateurs and gloves cut down the prickly brambles that were trying to take over.

Dave even found time to fix an extension lead.

We were then rewarded with some playtime with two of most adorable residents!

A post parkrun pick, with treasures aplenty including a net "we'll never get that in the bag" (we did!), some glasses and the obligatory piece of clothing (a glove this time).

The promise of a post pick "pick me up" at Costa meant that we filled one massive Colas bag nice and fast on our diagonal route from Hilsea Cricket Club up to Burrfields Rd.

Good work team!

A sunny, dry course for our 62 participants, including our two great Goodgymers Jen and Katie!

Samantha cheered them on, DJ Andy provided music as they passed his marshal point, Dave park walked and Jane scanned barcodes at the finish.

Tonight, myself and Sammy were joined by two of Sammy's office friends for a brilliant night time run. We hit Southsea seafront, getting some solid evening miles in while enjoying the tunes, the coastal breeze and the great company.

After putting in the work on the seafront, we wrapped things up the best way possible, heading over to the Jolly Sailor for a little post-run social, trading our running shoes for some well-earned drinks and top-tier chat.

A great night had by all.