A challenge between friends
At the start of the year @izzy_engelhardt
🌿We’d done a few 5km runs together before Christmas so I knew it would be a test for us both!
👣I’m fine for 20k but any further, I lose the ability to think and speak, witnessed by the concerned tourists who have pulled over when I’ve been ‘man down’ on the ground.🤢
For Izzy who has a love/hate relationship with running 6km – upping this to nearly 30km was also somewhat of challenge.
Small steps, increasing steadily, acknowledging weakness, suffering whilst learning from each hill or obstacle and going for the grit. We’ve run around 7 times since then – pretty much once a week. It is amazing what working towards a common goal in a short time can achieve.🌈
AND then something cool happened…..
🕸I wouldn’t have pushed the training and distance if it wasn’t for Izzy’s challenge. Izzy would have taken one look at the morning deluge of Algarvian monsoon or howling wind and gone back to bed.☔️
💎Jules, deciding she also wanted a piece of the action, wouldn’t have clocked up miles if it wasn’t for the ‘two friends’ waiting at the door at first light. Whilst improving her cardio fitness, she shifted half a stone.💪
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Then Aurelia next door to Jules, joined the jogs and we discovered new routes, worked out on beautiful beaches and stretched under the warm sun
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Our entanglement of accountability and consistency grabbed others along the way forming habits and attitudes which can be taken away to trap others
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One more point….. @OceanBluekid is MEAN at calling you out when you don’t do what you say you’re going to do.
After all, why should our children do what you say, if you don’t do what you say. So set the goal and do it!
Any ideas out there for my 40th later this year?
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🐟Exploring from a new hilltop for a few days, seeking out glassy pools and secret swim spots, fresh as you like seafood with some unexpected wildlife thrown in.🦓
Just an hour from the Algarve, Paraiso Escondido literally is a hidden paradise and the perfect place for anyone looking for luxury whilst exploring the 60km or so of unknown and unspoilt coast between Aljezur and Porto Covo.
Ideally, you need at least 3 nights as there is so much to explore on the coast and through the valleys but it’s also an ideal stepping stone when hopping up the west coast to Lisbon. @paraiso_escondido #algarve #alentejo #portugal #explore #snorkle #freedive #ocean #travel
🐟Exploring from a new hilltop for a few days, seeking out glassy pools and secret swim spots, fresh as you like seafood with some unexpected wildlife thrown in.🦓
Just an hour from the Algarve, Paraiso Escondido literally is a hidden paradise and the perfect place for anyone looking for luxury whilst exploring the 60km or so of unknown and unspoilt coast between Aljezur and Porto Covo.
Ideally, you need at least 3 nights as there is so much to explore on the coast and through the valleys but it’s also an ideal stepping stone when hopping up the west coast to Lisbon. @paraiso_escondido #algarve #alentejo #portugal #explore #snorkle #freedive #ocean #travel
💪As often I’m a little late to the party but here’s to World Running Day yesterday:)
Having run for over half my life, I can vouch for the tremendous effect it’s had both physically and mentally. Here I share just a few.
Originally I ran for weight loss. I was over 90kg and built up distance with time so I could eventually run 3 miles slowly.
After more than 20 years it still brightens my mood, improves my fitness, gives me more energy and helps control my weight and sleep.
I love exploring and being in nature, following new trails, watching how landscapes change as the light shifts and the seasons pass.
Running tunes out the negatives of everyday life and like a moving meditation, nurtures the positives and improves your outlook – on everything. On days I run I am heaps more productive, am in a much better mood and similar to coffee, I’m much nicer after I’ve had one.
It’s simple, time efficient and free. This year I have been experimenting with shorter, faster, runs - not more than 25 minutes. This fits into a busy schedule and has huge benefits to the cardiovascular system, builds fast twitch muscle and increases strength and power.
My advice to new runners….Like anything start very slow, build it up and keep it consistent.
And if you don’t like it, don’t do it. Find something else.
Make arrangements to try something new this week - whether it’s a new class, a new activity on the water or simply getting back on your bike.
Remember, late to the start but never too late to start.🙌 #run #portugal #algarve #explore #runnersworld #travel #activeholiday #burgau #running #runnersofinstagram #active
💪As often I’m a little late to the party but here’s to World Running Day yesterday:)
Having run for over half my life, I can vouch for the tremendous effect it’s had both physically and mentally. Here I share just a few.
Originally I ran for weight loss. I was over 90kg and built up distance with time so I could eventually run 3 miles slowly.
After more than 20 years it still brightens my mood, improves my fitness, gives me more energy and helps control my weight and sleep.
I love exploring and being in nature, following new trails, watching how landscapes change as the light shifts and the seasons pass.
Running tunes out the negatives of everyday life and like a moving meditation, nurtures the positives and improves your outlook – on everything. On days I run I am heaps more productive, am in a much better mood and similar to coffee, I’m much nicer after I’ve had one.
It’s simple, time efficient and free. This year I have been experimenting with shorter, faster, runs - not more than 25 minutes. This fits into a busy schedule and has huge benefits to the cardiovascular system, builds fast twitch muscle and increases strength and power.
My advice to new runners….Like anything start very slow, build it up and keep it consistent.
And if you don’t like it, don’t do it. Find something else.
Make arrangements to try something new this week - whether it’s a new class, a new activity on the water or simply getting back on your bike.
Remember, late to the start but never too late to start.🙌 #run #portugal #algarve #explore #runnersworld #travel #activeholiday #burgau #running #runnersofinstagram #active
🌟Celebrating🍾⭐️⭐️⭐️
A golden wedding anniversary on the Golden Coast with golden people…. Beach bars, hikes, bikes, boats, messing around on paddleboards, jumping off stuff & exploring caves. Thank you @carolyoung2297 @phil68mcgill @ems_yoga_iow @nmcgill_iow @mcgillivraykristy @james.mcgillivray #burgau #portugal #algarve #lagoswhat2do #lagos #travel #family #explore
🌟Celebrating🍾⭐️⭐️⭐️
A golden wedding anniversary on the Golden Coast with golden people…. Beach bars, hikes, bikes, boats, messing around on paddleboards, jumping off stuff & exploring caves. Thank you @carolyoung2297 @phil68mcgill @ems_yoga_iow @nmcgill_iow @mcgillivraykristy @james.mcgillivray #burgau #portugal #algarve #lagoswhat2do #lagos #travel #family #explore
🌱Spring shoots☀️ March to May in 60 seconds showing why you should book #algarve now for Spring 24 #portugal #travel #spring #wanderlust #explore #postcardsfromtheworld #active #holiday #activeholiday #lagos #burgau
🌱Spring shoots☀️ March to May in 60 seconds showing why you should book #algarve now for Spring 24 #portugal #travel #spring #wanderlust #explore #postcardsfromtheworld #active #holiday #activeholiday #lagos #burgau
☀️We love it when guests return. It means we`re doing something right🌷
This week Alison Goodwin with her league of lovable ladies returned for Alison`s May retreat.
As well as being a totally inspiring yoga teacher, Alison holds the secret recipe for effortlessly putting everyone at ease, making everybody welcome and everything easy going. She`s also an awesome chef. There was a fair bit of hiking, biking, beaching and drinking different colour wines. Some not so serious yoga happened in between…..🧘♀️#algarve #yoga #retreat #activeholiday #explore #portugal #hiking #biking #burgau #travel #wanderlust #relax
☀️We love it when guests return. It means we`re doing something right🌷
This week Alison Goodwin with her league of lovable ladies returned for Alison`s May retreat.
As well as being a totally inspiring yoga teacher, Alison holds the secret recipe for effortlessly putting everyone at ease, making everybody welcome and everything easy going. She`s also an awesome chef. There was a fair bit of hiking, biking, beaching and drinking different colour wines. Some not so serious yoga happened in between…..🧘♀️#algarve #yoga #retreat #activeholiday #explore #portugal #hiking #biking #burgau #travel #wanderlust #relax
☀️Our SeaSafari in 60 seconds🏝️
The SeaSafari has become our most popular adventure and is a totally inclusive activity enjoyed by all ages and all abilities.
🦞We’ve been running SeaSafaris for 16 years, originally on the Isle of Wight, hauling up lobster pots and cruising the coast to offer a unique perspective of the untouched bays and coves.
Both the Island and South West Portugal have tremendous coastlines in common. Here in Lagos, we are blessed with turquoise pools, skylit caves, deserted islands and lagoons to lounge the day away. With more than 300 days of sun, it’s easy to be on, in or under the ocean.
We offer scheduled trips as well as bespoke half to full day private charters which are perfect for larger groups or special occasions.
Thanks to @procamfilms for capturing our favourite ocean experience. Ocean Adventures are for everyone🙌 #lagos #lagoswhat2do #travel #algarve #burgau #boats #lagosmarina #portugal #wanderlust #lagosalgarve #getyourguide #postcardsfromtheworld #boats @cheetahmarine @procamfilms @drivingmiss_daisea
☀️Our SeaSafari in 60 seconds🏝️
The SeaSafari has become our most popular adventure and is a totally inclusive activity enjoyed by all ages and all abilities.
🦞We’ve been running SeaSafaris for 16 years, originally on the Isle of Wight, hauling up lobster pots and cruising the coast to offer a unique perspective of the untouched bays and coves.
Both the Island and South West Portugal have tremendous coastlines in common. Here in Lagos, we are blessed with turquoise pools, skylit caves, deserted islands and lagoons to lounge the day away. With more than 300 days of sun, it’s easy to be on, in or under the ocean.
We offer scheduled trips as well as bespoke half to full day private charters which are perfect for larger groups or special occasions.
Thanks to @procamfilms for capturing our favourite ocean experience. Ocean Adventures are for everyone🙌 #lagos #lagoswhat2do #travel #algarve #burgau #boats #lagosmarina #portugal #wanderlust #lagosalgarve #getyourguide #postcardsfromtheworld #boats @cheetahmarine @procamfilms @drivingmiss_daisea
☀️🌿A great Finale week here at OceanBlue. We welcomed the bike crew from Northampton for another 6 days riding the wild, wonderful & untamed country and coast. Some new trails. As usual, a few dead ends, bike carrying, rewarding downhills, satisfying climbs and stunning scenery. We even managed 6 euro 30 for a round of 5 coffees and rode to the end of the world for a Sagres in Sagres.
Not many action photos because these lot are all too quick. A few stops, lost, stuck in sand or fallen off shots.🚴♀️ #algarve #portugal #activeholiday #bike #wintersun #europe #november #burgau
☀️🌿A great Finale week here at OceanBlue. We welcomed the bike crew from Northampton for another 6 days riding the wild, wonderful & untamed country and coast. Some new trails. As usual, a few dead ends, bike carrying, rewarding downhills, satisfying climbs and stunning scenery. We even managed 6 euro 30 for a round of 5 coffees and rode to the end of the world for a Sagres in Sagres.
Not many action photos because these lot are all too quick. A few stops, lost, stuck in sand or fallen off shots.🚴♀️ #algarve #portugal #activeholiday #bike #wintersun #europe #november #burgau
🌺It’s a beautiful year. Don’t let it get away🌿 #algarve #portugal #wanderlust #travel #holiday #summer #active
🌺It’s a beautiful year. Don’t let it get away🌿 #algarve #portugal #wanderlust #travel #holiday #summer #active
A few snippets of our sunrise sessions this past year. If you are in the area and want to make the most of the extra hour of early sun in November, get fitter, faster, leaner and stronger for the party season, drop us a message💪 #training #sunrise #outdoors
A few snippets of our sunrise sessions this past year. If you are in the area and want to make the most of the extra hour of early sun in November, get fitter, faster, leaner and stronger for the party season, drop us a message💪 #training #sunrise #outdoors
Favourite place 🐟
It’s gettin hot out there ☀️☀️
SeaSAFARI