So perhaps we’re being a little optimistic! Clearly, whilst we are in lockdown, we are not running together in groups and all our group sessions have been cancelled until further notice.

But all is not lost! Thanks to a few key members (Gordy, Jane and Bronagh in particular), we have been organising online virtual relay races! Individuals in their teams have been running or walking around their local area for 30 minutes, posting the proof online, then ‘tagging’ in the next person in their team to take over the imaginary baton!

Okay, so we know it sounds rather weird, but actually, it’s been a lot of fun and has oddly brought us all together more - we’ve even met new people! We have been asking participants to contribute a mere £2 (minimum) to take part and so far we’ve raised over £1,000 which has gone to directly benefit charities - the first week funds went to the NHS, the second week Wythenshawe Hospital, the third week The Trussell Trust (foodbank) and this week sees Cyril Flint benefit.

Furthermore, a few of our runners have become caped crusaders and have been running through their neighbourhoods in fancy dress, delighting children and adults alike with their wackiness. It’s pretty warm out there so hats off to those who are wearing the heavier costumes. We’ve been putting up a £20 prize for the person who has the best fancy dress and there have been some great entries!

To take part, just check out the events page on our Facebook page. A direct link to it is here.

One last thing to mention… whilst we might be apart physically, we are still together. Every day there is an online Zoom chat at 6.30pm which keeps us all connected, especially those of us who might live alone. Want to join in? Simply click on this link at 6.30pm to be connected - https://zoom.us/j/2267995896.