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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Last Charlotte run before we fly this afternoon.Needing to get a run in to start the week before jet lag hits 🥱I’ll miss seeing the grandkids but I don’t want to hear ‘Let it go’ from Frozen for a long time! #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

A relaxed rainy run, on the margins of storm Isaias.I wore my gilet initially but despite the rain it was too warm to wear 🥵. Best music was ‘Going Under’ - Evanescence and ‘I am the highway’ - Audioslave #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Heavy rain when I set off this morning, I did have second thoughts, but it cleared up quickly and my gilet had to be discarded. Enjoyed the reflections, smells and sounds of a rainy run. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Nice early run. Planned a shorter 6 miles but it ended closer to 7 anyway. Enjoying this early running, few cars, and just a few folks/runners about. Running is my happy place where I can control the agenda. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

I captured them on my run. It looked better than on my photo though.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Love these morning runs, better than the treadmill runs at the start of this holiday. I like the mix of greenway trails & urban running. Only downside is the inordinate time waiting at road crossings😠. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

It’s sometimes my ‘comfort viewing’ on a long flight

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Starry skies for an early run. A bit of exploration this morning, connecting up more of the greenway paths. Trail running in new areas, even urban trails, really enhances any holiday. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

This is the meme I send to new members of the FB running group I belong to. Running, enjoying, posting and encouraging others is really important for the community. You’re doing that here. So well done and happy running 👏👏👏

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

An early start. Head torch run and 17°. Faster pace after a w/e off and blessed by the Garmin gods with a ‘maintaining’. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Early run in Charlotte, wonderful clear skies with Jupiter & the moon visible. Warm out, and a hilly route, made me a sweaty blob at the end. Knee still not perfect, likes the uphills not downhills. Good fun #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Slight tweak to my route in Charlotte to link up two greenways, hence the slightly longer run. Taking it easy with Podrunner at 182bpm. Enjoying the city lights and starlit skies . #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Easy paced, early run in Charlotte. Greenway then downtown. Lots of stops a busy crossings, pedestrians not a priority here. Loving the warm mornings. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Absolutely agree about the benefits, but the mental health benefits of my treadmill runs over the past few days aren’t as great as being outside. It was nice to hit the trails again this morning.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Early headtorch along the greenway to uptown Charlotte - much better than the treadmill 👍 #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Early miles on the treadmill before I helped daughter & grandchildren off to school . The treadmill surely can’t be calibrated, so much effort for so little pace! Podrunner at 181 bpm helped push me along. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Yay, a morning run in daylight. 7 miles along a Charlotte greenway to downtown. It’s so much easier, physically & mentally, than a run on a treadmill. Long waits at crossings though 🥱. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

She seems to be a role model for my wife and daughters though.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Slightly faster treadmill run this morning. Fast & boring better than slow & boring. Podrunner at 181bpm to help me push the pace. That’s me at 3/4 of my mileage target, so a tad ahead of plan. Trail at w/e. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Agreed, and it doesn’t need to be far or fast. Just enjoy.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

A music playlist for the treadmill this morning. A slower bpm than my Podrunner playlist, hence the slower cadence, but I increased the pace for Chandelier by Sia. Treadmills are more of a mental struggle 😠 #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Another early treadmill run 😬. I count down the progress ‘cos it’s so boring, 10% done, 20% done, 1/3 done etc. Hopefully I might get to run a local Charlotte greenway at the weekend. Podrunner at 181bpm #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Some folks are just jealous. Well done you, great photo too 👏👏👏

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

An early start on the treadmill. Podrunner at 181 bpm to keep me bouncing along. Did some intervals after 3 miles. Inexplicably I’ve developed large blisters on each of my big toes - Vaseline tomorrow. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Treadmill run😢. It’s bloomin’ dark here in Charlotte at 6.30am! An hour is as much as I can do without dying of boredom, although the treadmill is easier on the knee. Podrunner at 180bpm to keep me going . #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

King Charles lll coast path at Wallasey Embankment. I’ve run this route many times and have been a Strava local legend here but I’ve never bumped into him! #FingerpostFriday

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Go snails? This is Brian 🐌 my running buddy.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Slightly slower run, knee a bit stiff, but I largely missed the rain & enjoyed my audiobook (suspicious death in Norfolk). That’s 8 consecutive days running so a day off tomorrow is welcome. Next run in 🇺🇸 #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Brings to mind this wonderful quote by Christopher Hitchens

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Dodged the rain today , it was heavy before I set out but all I got was a lovely sunrise. Knee at 1/10 discomfort so able to push the pace a bit. A bonus run day in lieu of a travel day to 🇺🇸 on Thurs. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Absolutely 👏👏👏. Not every run goes to plan but I think there are positives in every run - just getting out, making wise decisions along the way. Keeping running plans flexible is key, certainly strive for goals/targets but they’re only a guide.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

To forewarn you the storyline involved the kidnap and murder of some female students. I don’t do horror but this was suspenseful without being gory. I like the narration of Jonathan Keeble, he does likeable northern characters very well. The Seeker series set in Cromwell’s England were v good

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

A suspenseful detective novel set in northern England. Good characters and excellent narration.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

16°C this morning 🥵 but a fab sunrise over Liverpool . Knee behaving after the first half mile & pace was reasonable. Finished my audiobook so ended the run with 180bpm music. Monday miles always feel good #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

I just think running should be fun, a positive experience. Phrases like ‘no pain, no gain’ are a disincentive to novice runners. I sometimes share the attached photo with my 1000 mile Facebook running group - basically focus on the enjoyment and the miles come easy.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Warm & humid this morning. Knee feeling better than yesterday, not perfect but able to pick up the pace a tad. Weekly mileage target exceeded, increasing my buffer for my annual target…but fun comes first #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

You’re right, teachers have a hugely important role. Tim Minchin says it better than I can.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Knees just not feeling it and therefore a slow pace this morning. Not every run is fab but I find there are positives in almost every run - today it was getting out, beating the rain & behind ahead of plan. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

There’s a dodgy Strava segment in the area.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

It’s the time of year where I’m tempted to wear something too warm and then overheat on a run 🥵. I wear a waist belt and try to layer up so I can add/remove layers as required. Gloves - I wear my anti-fall gloves all year

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

And presumably on the other end of the path is this sign. Interestingly some of the woodlands nearby are called Coverts e.g Umberstone Covert - apparently a sheltered area where game or foxes live.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Warm and humid this morning but thankfully it didn’t rain. New detective audiobook , borrowed digitally from the library, a 182bpm metronome beat and Foo Fighters’ Everlong playing in my head throughout. #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

A cooler morning and a splendid sunrise - I love the ever changing light. Bounced along to Podrunner at 182bpm, rewarded with a PR for ‘bridge to doggers car park’ segment😬. Nice place Birkenhead ! #Run #Running #GoPro #Runnersofbluesky #Run1000miles #Trailrunning #runsky #runnersover65

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Here’s a few telling graphs about the underinvestment in the NHS.

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Dr Martin Bedrock @bedrocm.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

@mrjamesob.bsky.social reminded me of this quote. True patriots should have no hatred or bitterness

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