⁣⁣According to recent news, more than 858,000 people downloaded the @officialc25k app between March and the end of June - that's a lot of people to get the running bug! ⠀⠀ For those that have just taken up running, congratulations! 🎉 There's so many things you can choose to do next; here’s a few Lonely Goat tips to get you started:⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⁣• Spend time getting comfortable at 5K, to build a strong foundation before training for your next goal.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⁣• Pick running goals that inspire you, rather than what you think you 'should' be doing.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ⁣• Be patient and consistent. Running improvements can take time, but will come if you stick with it.⠀⠀ ⠀ ⁣• Remember, you are not alone! There are millions of runners around the world, and quite a few of them are members of Lonely Goat Running Club. No matter how you’re feeling, there is a welcoming, helpful community of like-minded people out there to support you.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Feel free to share your experience or tips for post-C25K running in the comments below 👇⠀

⁣We are excited to announce the launch of our exclusive, member only discounts for Lonely Goats - Goat Codes! 🐐⠀ ⠀ Lonely Goat has partnered with a selection of our favourite running brands to offer you exclusive member only discounts.⠀ ⠀ With fantastic discounts from leading brands, @inov_8, @teamrunderwear, @nextnotch, @provizsports, @tribesports, @oofos and @trainingpeaks, you can find everything you need to help yourself get the most out of your running. ⠀ To access the discount codes, please register for an account at the Lonely Goat website. Link in bio.

⁣”I always run faster with friends. They remind you, you can do it. They push you to reach for your best and go further than you think you can." ⠀ ⠀ A great quote from @abz_will_i_ams, who found her motivation on a socially distanced run with fellow Lonely Goats!⠀ ⠀ Have any goats been for a socially distanced run with a buddy since the lockdown restrictions were eased?

⁣Are you more of a trail or road runner?⠀ ⠀ With June being National Great Outdoors Month, we want to hear about your Goat adventures and the types of places you like to explore on your runs! 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃‍♂️#getoutthere

⁣Have you been feeling unmotivated or stressed out by your running routine during lockdown? ⠀ ⠀ In the current climate, when the future is uncertain, it can be easy to feel stressed, so you need to prioritise what makes you feel relaxed. Writer and international runner @hannahirwin_, in her latest article for Lonely Goat Running Club, looks at the opportunities offered by the coronavirus pandemic. She talks about the importance of listening to your body and mind during this time, and not forcing your training if life gets in the way.⠀ ⠀ Racing will be back, the pace of life will increase, and old habits may undoubtedly resume, so cherish this time – even if it can feel frustrating! Link in bio to read the full article.

⁣Today is #OlympicDay!⠀ ⠀ Running is one of the few Olympic sports where first time, recreational runners can run in the same race as the professional elites. That's just one of the many things we love about running.⠀ ⠀ We might never line up for the start of a race at the Olympics, but we can all get outdoors, put one foot in front of the other, and experience the joy of running and achieving our goals.⠀ ⠀ Olympic Day celebrates sport and Olympic values, promoting fitness, wellbeing, culture and education. It is being celebrated today with a 24-hour online Olympic workout with Olympians from all over the world! 🙌 #OlympicDay2020

⁣Goats! We're going to have to wait a little longer to get our parkrun fix (unless you live in New Zealand!), but where will you head to when it returns?⠀ ⠀ We know many of you have been missing your Saturday morning parkruns, and it’s great to see so many still getting out and staying active.⠀ ⠀ In the meantime - tell us where you’ll be getting that barcode scanned when it makes a comeback! #loveparkrun⠀ ⠀ 📸 @clairelisaburgin