The GoodGym crew gathered for a run and fitness session on Tuesday. After a quick briefing, we ran to the pier to warm up with a game of Captain’s Coming. It was a ship-shape start to the evening, with everyone running from port to starboard, and climbing the rigging. Once we’d got our sea legs sorted, it was time to set sail and run to the Brighton i360. The weather was chilly, but spirits were high as we took in the fresh air and the stunning seaside views.

At the i360, the fitness fun began. Everyone worked hard on step ups, press ups, squats, sprints and burpees (a real jump in difficulty). Everyone powered through with that classic GoodGym determination. By the end, we were all planked out and ready for the cool-down. Thank you to Pippa for leading this fitness session, and a warm welcome to Phil who arrived for his first session already wearing a GG t-shirt!

We’ll be hammering out another session at Brighton Community Workshop next week!

After a day of working from home on a laptop it was good to get out! I ran to visit Mrs C who had been discharged from hospital. She had her shopping list ready and I ran to her nearby supermarket to pick up some food for her. I clocked up almost three miles running there then walking back with provisions.

I’m one of the run directors at Queen’s Park junior parkrun and this week took the role of Volunteer coordinator at the Junior parkrun. I met and greeted the volunteers and allocated roles.

One runner braved the freezing cold to help marsahll the Junior Parkrun course at Queens Park. Despite the icy conditions there were no slips and everyone made it round in one piece! After some snowy post run runs and a lovely piece of vegan carrot cake, this runner headed off home to thaw out!

Had a great time, clapping and cheering fellow parkrun runers/joggers and walkers. Spotted a couple of Goodgym Brighton women on the course which was lovely. It was very cold for me and I'm sure for everyone else, I'm glad we all made it out!

GoodGym Brighton is gamed for the GoodGym January Challenge!

On a cold Tuesday evening just after new year 10 brave Goodgymers ran from the Queen Victoria statue to the top of the level, where we were met with a mountain of Xmas trees at one of the many local collection points

We split into 3 teams and each took an area around Lewes Road and Elm Grove. The mission? Collect Xmas trees that may be found left outside houses and on street corners and bring them down to the collection point.

After 30 mins we met back at the level, having collected trees and a very nice bed sheet which will be put to good use!

Only one team could win, and that was the fab 4 who covered Lewes Road.

The residents of Hanover can sleep better in their beds knowing their Xmas trees are safely collected and awaiting recycling.

Report written by Frannie

Task led by Task Force Frannie with a little help from Jane

Well done all, GoodGym-ers - WHAT's ON NEXT at GoodGym Brighton? Plenty to amuse you to join us soon!

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