Tonight's group task at Full Cycle was another opportunity to get some km's in for the January Challenge with a few of the team meeting up at the Quaker Centre for the group run. The others met us there having walked or run over from various directions.

The usual jobs were waiting or arrival, so after a quick brief we set to work in smaller teams checking/ preparing the old tyres for recycling and cleaning bikes. Upstairs we were tasked with re-organising some of the donated bikes and cutting out the spokes from wheels, also for recycling.

We wheelie made a difference and were soon on our way, walking/running across the borough(s). Welcome Kieran and Rufu and we hope you enjoyed your first group task and hopefully see you again very soon.

We will be back again next month, so sign up and join us if you can.

Donated item to Kingston Foodbank at Waitrose Surbiton after my shop there

With the festive season wrapped up, our GoodGym team braved the freezing temperatures for a special mission to help a supported living home return to its usual safe and comfortable environment after the holidays.

After a brisk 3.7km run, we arrived at the home, where we were warmly welcomed and got straight to work. Our mission: clear away all traces of Christmas cheer (until next Christmas of course!).

We divided into task teams and got stuck in. Anna, Emily, Raquel, Claire, Jade, Emma, Maliyana and Hazel took down the window decorations, with Christmas shapes carefully removed, packed away, and saved for next Christmas’ celebrations. Once the windows were decoration-free, we gave them a good clean to let the winter light back in. And Luke gave the window sills a good clean too.

Next up was the Christmas tree, which was carefully taken down, by Jana, Anna and Ken, with all baubles, tinsel, and lights stored away safely, ready for another magical display next time. Outside, Martel, Luke and Ken tackled the outdoor Christmas lights, ensuring they were taken down safely and stored properly.

With everything packed away and the home back to its regular setup, the residents can now continue life safely following the festive period. And what better way to celebrate a job well done than with some well-deserved Haribo sweets all around?

It was hard to go back out into the cold and run back but we were energised by the community spirit aspect to the task. We promised we’d be back in December to put them all back up again!

Tonight marked the grand finale for GoodGym Kingston's community missions this year, and what better way to wrap things up than with a good old scrub and sparkle? The task? Transform the Quaker Centre kitchen in just one hour as a big "thank you" for generously lending their storage space.

Armed with enthusiasm and elbow grease, Luke, Marcos, Tom, and Jana dived into action. Cupboards were wiped, fridges shined, and floors polished until the kitchen gleamed like never before. A sparkling finish for a year of great teamwork and community spirit!