The boy has been inspiring, i never thought he would see this challenge through but he has really got into it and apart from a couple of weeks ago when suffering with a cold has been very motivated. He has Aspergers, and thrives on a daily routine. His daily routine now includes 30 minutes of exercise and will probably continue for the foreseeable future which has only happened because of this challenge. The only downside is his appetite, trying to feed a growing 14 year old is a challenge enough!!

Still plugging away.
Today was tough mum, 77, diagnosed with heart issues. Turbo session helped clear the head.

Just one week left and was back on the bike last night after 2 weeks of circuit training. Felt quite strong and had the power to hold a good average speed into the wind. Saddle sores have cleared up which made the ride more enjoyable. The boy has finished school now so we’re off out for a day at at Thetford today and probably out on the bike for the rest of the week. Hoping the mild weather continues over the holidays, might even finish the Festive 500. Well done to everyone still going!!

The dog walk card is a handy one to play! Only needed it once but much better than missing a day. Been busy this week getting house ready for the arrival of family but have still managed to get in at least an hour on the bike each day this week. Looking forward to a couple of hours later after polishing the wooden floors.

Hats off to all who finished 👌, tougher challenge than you’d think, done me in quick style.

Century in the chilly borders. Four glasses of red last night had me thinking of a gentle finish. Now eyeing up the festive 500. It was chuffing manky at 0700 today.

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I finished yesterday with a century ride with some mates doing the Festive 500 then came home to find out my Dad is in hospital. It’s looking like that could be the last of my cycling this holiday. This challenge has been tough but has made me realise that I’m a much better and happier person when I exercise every day. The boy has been a great motivation for me and he has been rewarded with a gym membership for his efforts. Well done to everyone who took on this challenge, especially those that saw it out to the end. Merry Christmas!

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This challenge has been tough but has made me realise that I’m a much better and happier person when I exercise every day

Is anyone up for this again this year?

Dunno, wheels fell off last year and this time round I’d say it’s going to be harder for me to squeeze it into a routine…

I’m in. Possibly start a new thread?

I’ll give it a try, start a new full time job WFH in a week’s time so really need a motivation to do something active each day, even if it’s just a brisk walk or some DIY circuits.

A new 2020 thread sounds a good idea

When should the start date be?

When should the start date be?

From the OP

The rules are fairly simple-

– Exercise every day for a minimum of 1/2 an hour between 16th September and 24th December.
– The exercise is basically whatever you want – biking, hiking, canoeing, swimming, running, yoga.
– It’s not serious. Apart from the first year, we have all taken the odd day off if something more interesting/important was happening in our lives.

I’ll give it a go, should be good for motivation 🙂

I’m in. Struggled last year due to the amount of foreign travel (work) I was doing.

So no excuses this year…

Still on the streak from last year so deffo in again

I’m going to try.

Your sincerely,

Flakey McFlakerson