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Ian | 50by50 CIC

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Comms person by day, trying to raise £50k for charity before I'm 50 by... well, actually, I'm also doing that mostly during the day.

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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 31/08/2026
100 ultramarathons in 100 days: former rugby pro hit by brain injury nears end of feat
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100 ultramarathons in 100 days: former rugby pro hit by brain injury nears end of feat
David ‘Jacko’ Jackson has aimed to raise awareness of brain injuries, with fellow runners sharing their stories
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 15/06/2026
Midlife is the perfect time to start trail running – here’s how to get into it
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Midlife is the perfect time to start trail running – here’s how to get into it
An increasing number of people are finding trail running relatively late in life – and they’re reaping the health benefits
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 01/06/2026
We're sorry sunshine. We didn't mean it. Come back.
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 12/05/2026
Too many of us were traumatised by sport at school – but it’s never too late to change | Cath Bishop
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Too many of us were traumatised by sport at school – but it’s never too late to change | Cath Bishop
A recent study showed millions are put off by early experiences of physical education. But sport can bring camaraderie and joy
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 04/05/2026
"The past is gone, the future yet unborn, But right here and now is where it all goes on." With love for MCA 🩷 youtu.be/WIrp4mnLKzw
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YouTube video by Beastie Boys - Topic
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 02/05/2026
Another Beacon #parkrun in the sunshine this morning
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 25/04/2026
Another beautiful #parkrun morning in Lichfield
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 22/04/2026
Make love, not war ☮️ Though maybe not at these prices... www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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World's biggest maker of condoms Karex set to raise prices due to Iran war
Malaysia-based Karex produces more than five billion condoms a year and supplies global brands like Durex and Trojan.
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CNN @cnn.com · 15/04/2026
A new study published in the European Heart Journal found that a small amount of vigorous activity may be linked to lower risk of eight different chronic diseases. cnn.it/3OFbBqE
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 12/04/2026
Youth Zones continue to redefine what youth clubs should be and do.
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 12/04/2026
What's important to remember about marathons, is that these days people can complete them in 2hrs
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 03/04/2026
Not yet.
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 25/03/2026
Now we're Tolkien
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Present & Correct @presentcorrect.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
It’s only 6 more sleeps until National Pencil Day. Here’s your check list - contact the council about closing your street for a party. - order yellow tops/trousers and pink shoes. - make cone hats - paint your float & allow for drying time
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 16/03/2026
Fewer Britons giving to charity, study says, with donations down by £1.4bn
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Fewer Britons giving to charity, study says, with donations down by £1.4bn
Charities Aid Foundation says giving no longer a ‘deeply embedded cultural norm’ amid rising cost of living Britain is rapidly losing the charity habit, with public donations to good causes plummeting by more than £1.4bn last year and millions of people saying they can no longer afford – or do not want – to give, according to an analysis. The Charities Aid Foundation (Caf) said in its annual report that, while the British remained generous at heart, society was witnessing a big transformation in attitudes towards charitable giving. Just half of people gave to charity in 2025, down from 61% a decade earlier. Continue reading...
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 12/03/2026
When was the last time you saw a banknote? You know, out in the wild. Not just in a banknote zoo.
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[Reparations] @momentoftru.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Did yall see the finish to the 2026 LA Marathon?
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 28/02/2026
I’ve seen some bizarre exercises online. If I were an influencer, this is the one workout I’d recommend | Devi Sridhar
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I’ve seen some bizarre exercises online. If I were an influencer, this is the one workout I’d recommend | Devi Sridhar
Forget snake yoga. All it takes to increase your life expectancy is factoring a set of simple exercises into your weekly routine, says Prof Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 19/02/2026
"Hello from Cortina. It's day 256 of the Winter Olympics and we're entering the 43rd round robin stage of the curling."
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 11/02/2026
Wednesday night with WIP. Genuinely enjoy being out with the gang. Thanks to the Head of Maths for the post run drink.
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 09/02/2026
Super excited that our fab little fundraiser, Spin on the Square, is back for another year this May. If you fancy joining in the fun this year and raising even more money for Children with Cancer UK, get clicking on this link 👉 lejogsisters.org.uk/spin-on-the-... #fundraising
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 31/05/2025
HUGE thanks to the team at Beacon #parkrun and the gang from WIP Running for supporting One More Lap for Kids' Village today 🩷 👉 onemorelap.co.uk/events/lichf...
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 18/05/2025
Another brilliant day at @shelsleywalsh.bsky.social for the Hagerty Hill Climb. Is there a better view in motorsport?
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 04/05/2025
#MCA 🩷
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 27/04/2025
Took a wrong turn that added a few too many miles for my legs but... What a glorious day for a ride ☀️
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 22/04/2025
You know how it is, sometimes you just forget you've organised a half marathon... 😬 "Runners finish race despite 'no sign' of organiser" www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Runners take on Colchester's cancelled Hometown Half Marathon - BBC News
An event organiser promises refunds after a half marathon continued to be advertised in error.
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 22/04/2025
"Are you enjoying using this app?" Mate, I use it to pay for parking. Of course I'm not enjoying using it.
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 21/04/2025
Long run today to check if I could run a marathon if I really wanted. I could not. #blueskyrunning
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 18/04/2025
Just imagine, somewhere in Birmingham right now, a striking bin man's son is dreaming of becoming a ballet dancer
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 12/04/2025
A beautiful morning for a bit of #parkrun fun #lichfield
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 10/04/2025
Beautiful evening running with the gang from MARA last night #lichfield #blueskyrunning
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 07/04/2025
Love, love, love this story: "The accidental Shrimper: American student becomes Southend fan after boarding wrong boat" www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 06/04/2025
It's 'crisps' and 'eat less crisps', isn't it? "Why are men so unhealthy - and what can be done" www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Why men are so unhealthy - and what can be done - BBC News
Men are more likely to die prematurely than women - and worse at seeking care when they need it.
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 03/04/2025
Social fitness groups are huge rn Healthy but lonely gen Zers drive UK gym membership to record high via @theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
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Healthy but lonely gen Zers drive UK gym membership to record high
More health-conscious young people take total to 11.5m memberships, report finds, as experts cite social aspect alongside fitness
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Howard Lake @howardlake.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
'Rubbish' pet artist Hercule Van Wolfwinkle (@portraitsbyhercule.bsky.social) raises £400,000 for charity - split between homelessness charity Turning Tides and Street. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Hercule Van Wolfwinkle: 'Rubbish' pet artist raises £400k
The artist from Worthing is about to have the second collection of his charity portraits published.
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 02/04/2025
It's marathon season so brace yourself for lots of these stories but this has a lovely father/son hook "Runner's marathon cash rockets after viral video" www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Buckinghamshire runner's London Marathon cash rockets after video - BBC News
Videos of Darren Ryan training for the big race are getting millions of views across the world.
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 01/04/2025
The only time a TV drama is ever described as "electrifying" is when it's sponsored by an electric car company
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 30/03/2025
A beautiful evening for a bit of time behind bars
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 28/03/2025
Anyone who's ever attempted to plank could have told you this! www.theguardian.com/science/2025...
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People doing intense exercise experience time warp, study finds
Research suggests those who push themselves when working out perceive time to move more slowly
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 11/03/2025
Such a beautiful sky at sunset this evening at Sutton Park
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Mariana Z @mariana057.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
OK, so naked running. Apparently this means running without GPS, music and any other tech. I wish I knew this an hour ago.
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 04/03/2025
Don't ever change, Lichfield #PancakeRaces
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Howard Lake @howardlake.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
Runner, 80, 'privileged' to be charity poster girl
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Oxford runner says it is 'a privilege' to be charity poster girl - BBC News
Eileen Williams will be running her seventh OX5 Run for the Oxford Children's Hospital in March.
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 26/02/2025
You can never quite capture it, can you? But there's an absolutely beautiful iridescent sky over Lichfield right now.
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Scott Bryan @scottygb.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
TNT Sports have announced a grassroots initiative to encourage cycling use, as the broadcaster becomes the home of 2500 hours of elite racing. I don't know. Perhaps the way to support grassroots is to put more cycling (such as the Tour) on free-to-air, rather than a big paywall?
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 25/02/2025
"Parkrun should be prescribed on the NHS, charity behind it says" news.sky.com/story/amp/pa... #running
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Parkrun should be prescribed on the NHS, charity behind it says
Parkrun UK already works with a number of GP surgeries to help family doctors "socially prescribe" these events for their patients. But now it is calling for the initiative to be rolled out across the...
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 24/02/2025
Nice evening for a trot round Lichfield. Spring's on the way. #running
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 18/02/2025
‘When women get together in the outdoors, the energy is incredible’: an adventure weekend in the Highlands
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‘When women get together in the outdoors, the energy is incredible’: an adventure weekend in the Highlands
Forty women joined the first ‘Hostel Hoolie’ – an exhilarating programme of hillwalking, climbing, running and socialising in Scotland’s Caingorms
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 10/02/2025
Oh god, #running is hard
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Ian | 50by50 CIC @50by50.org.uk · 09/02/2025
"Fun for ever! The simple way to build a fitness habit you’ll actually love" via @theguardian.com #fitness www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
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