Paarkrun Marshall at Edgbaston Reservoir

1 Goodgymer helped their local community in Birmingham
Srinivas
Birmingham

Saturday 2nd August

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Today was an amazing day for a GoodGym mission! I spent my morning volunteering as a marshal at the Edgbaston Reservoir parkrun. 🏃‍♀️ The weather was perfect—mild with the sun occasionally breaking through the clouds, making the reservoir sparkle. My post was a lively one, standing by a red gate on a narrow path that crisscrossed with a boat launch ramp. With 420 people running, walking, and even dog walking, it was a busy spot! My job, assigned by Liam, was to help everyone navigate the area safely, avoiding any trips, falls, or bumps. It was great to see some familiar faces, too—James, who I worked with last week when I was the funnel manager, and Rajesh, who was on timekeeping and tokens this time around. What made the day even more special was getting my friend Dr. Soman involved! I encouraged him to give volunteering a try, and he did an amazing job as the funnel manager. As I cheered everyone on, I also got to enjoy the beautiful scenery, with a flock of pigeons fluttering by and a few boats gliding peacefully across the water. It was so inspiring to cheer on every single person who passed me and to receive so many grateful thanks in return. Seeing the determination on everyone's faces and being a small part of their journey was an amazing feeling. What a brilliant day to cherish and a fantastic way to start the weekend! #GoodGym #parkrun #volunteering #EdgbastonReservoir



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