Used Strava to record this morning’s early outing in bright sunshine, my first trip up the Lagan towpath (returning home on public road system to make a loop) since my wife’s passing almost three years ago

Well… this was an unexpected bonus of Maritime Festival week!

With the usual car park closed, I’ve had to park a bit further away—which means a walk to and from work each day. And with the sun shining, it’s actually been a joy ☀️

It’s amazing how a short walk can help you switch on in the morning and wind down in the evening.

Sometimes the best habits start by accident! 🚶‍♀️

On the 21-06-26, I powered out a 2 mile walk in 27.19!! I felt great, and lost a pound or two in weight.

My friends and 2 dogs travelled to Portrush by train . We enjoyed a swim, lunch and wander around Curry's . Very relaxing journey no sitting in traffic and best of all it was free for us all with our various travel passes

Took part in a town centre fun cycle race with my daughter, 2 laps of Newtownards town centre, we also cycled to and from the event from home - a great event for adults and kids :)

Getting the train to work is so much more pleasant than sitting stuck in a car and then struggling to get a parking space. Not to mention the fuel that is wasted driving in endless circles trying to found a parking spot. Since this challenge started I have been getting off the train a few stops earlier so i can get a good walk and some steps in on my way to and from work, every little helps

Ah no!!! I've been compromised. Overdid it walking in the rain yesterday and blistered my feet. Going to have to take it easy today and watch the leaderboard from my sofa 🫣

I have made various journeys within Greyabbey, Dunfanaghy, every evening I walk locally and the place I love the most is along the lagan towpath where I have cycled🚴, walked 🚶‍♀️and swam at the pool near the towpath. (Oh and a drink at Cutters Wharf). I walk some Monday mornings with a group around Botanic followed by a chat in a nearby cafe. I check the National Trust walks and took part in one prior to the challenge at Cregagh Glen. I also follow a walking group for Tuesday evenings - attended once in the winter but since they either cancelled due to poor weather or I had something else on.

Had to take my car to the mechanic yesterday, so had to walk 30 minutes back to the house (I was working from home) and then once it was ready, walk back another 30 minutes to pick it up.

Enjoyed stress free traffic into Belfast

The improved weather has encouraged our family to get out on our bikes and explore local parks and National Trust properties. Active travel has had a positive impact on our physical and mental wellbeing, giving us quality family time outdoors, away from screens and everyday pressures. It’s been a simple and enjoyable way to stay active, explore new places, and spend more time together.

Nice to Cycle from Queen’s University this morning to CIty Hall as part of the Belfast Ride On event. Thanks to the organisers!

Attended the Cycle on Belfast event this morning before work starting at Queens Uni finishing at City Hall, great to see adults children and dog passenger on all sorts of bikes.

Cycled to my leisure centre yesterday where I attended a class and then used the pool. I then cycled along the towpath (had short walks too) and then back home.

Decided after getting sent home early from work on Tuesday that we would walk home from work, rather than getting the bus in town 🚌 Was still a relatively nice day so it was a great walk home.

The challenge has encouraged me to get out walking again in the mornings before work on work from home days, this makes the morning for our 6 month old pup too.

Using breaks for quick walks around town it's a good way to keep your head clean:)

Gorgeous lunchtime walk yesterday to get those steps in and see the sunshine!

Managed to get a seat on the 212 which is no mean feat!