๐ฅ And now for the bit where things got tough...
On Monday, I took on my client's challenge of doing 100 lunges in one go.
Part 1 showed you the first 20 or so, when there was still spring in the legs...
This picks up just before lunge 80.
By this point, the question was whether I could keep picking up my feet, keep up and make it to 100. ๐
And then, if I did...
Could we manage to go beyond it? And if so, who would tap out first?
๐ฅ Here's the finale.
You'll have to watch to find out whether the challenge got the better of me - and whether I could hold off my competitor and keep hold of my fitness crown! ๐
Enjoy. ๐
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๐๏ธโโ๏ธ So, one of my clients challenged me to do 100 lunges in one go...
Obviously, I said yes.
On Monday, in the very necessary air con of the Studio at Longstanton Wellness โ, I decided to film this brave (or perhaps foolish!) endeavour - partly to document how far we managed to go, and partly because I thought there might be some entertaining commentary along the way. ๐
This is the first 20-ish reps. At this point, I think things were going pretty smoothly...
Well... let's just say things changed somewhat by the end.
I've split the video into two parts because nobody needs to watch me suffer through all the lunges in one sitting. ๐
๐ฅ Part 1 is here.
Part 2 - where things get considerably less comfortable - is coming on Saturday.
Stay tuned...
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23/07/2026
More Than Just a Running Event! ๐จโ๐ค๐๐๐ธ
The Northstowe Running Festival isn't just about running - it's a full day out for everyone!
Enjoy FREE live music, food trucks, bars, children's activities, health & wellbeing exhibitors, and community stalls throughout the day.
Whether you're racing, supporting someone, or simply looking for a great family day out, everyone is welcome.
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Saturday 29 August 2026
๐ Western Park, Northstowe
A huge thank you to Homes England, through the Community Activation Fund administered by South Cambridgeshire District Council, and Northstowe Town Council for helping make our free community entertainment programme possible. ๐๐งก
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If you prefer a studio setting, I also offer one to one training in a calm, private space in Longstanton. You get all the benefits of a gym environment without the noise, crowds or distractions.
โก Message, email or call today to chat about your goals and how personal training with me can help you achieve them! โก
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07/07/2026
I'll be there this Saturday alongside Longstanton Wellness at Western Park Pavilion in Northstowe ๐ฅณ
Drop by for fun challenges, (hopefully inspiring) exercise demos, and to have a chat about all the ways we can help you stay active, fit and healthy ๐๐ช๐
Western Park Pavilion
Elite Sports has been organising this event with Northstowe Sport & Wellbeing group. They are a small group of volunteer residents keen to connect clubs and organisations to create opportunities for people in Northstowe of all ages to be active, healthy and connected.
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We're delighted to be part of the upcoming Community Event Day!
If you're navigating perimenopause, menopause, or post-menopauseโor simply want to learn moreโcome and visit our stall. We'll be there to offer information, support, and a friendly chat in a welcoming, judgement-free space.
Whether you have questions, want to connect with others, or are looking for local support, we'd love to meet you.
Together, we can help break the stigma, share experiences, and remind each other that no one has to go through menopause alone.
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