Monthly Archives: December 2021

New Year’s News – Faster Walkers have Healthier Minds!! Plus Some Blackpool Memories

In these doom-mongering times some research we can all agree with, even if we’re a touch biased! Last week I was laying the fire with some very old newspapers donated by a neighbour and at the last minute rescued this … Continue reading

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LOOKING BACK IN HISTORY TO 1957 from 2021

In between the turkey butties, sprouts, pudding and sherry you might relax and peruse this fascinating glimpse into the year 1957 put together by Ron Wallwork, to whom we are very grateful. I’ve acquired a new printer, which has allowed … Continue reading

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WORLD ATHLETICS RACE WALKING TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP TO INCLUDE MASTERS EVENTS

Out of interest [I can’t see any of us making Oman in March!] I wonder what members and supporters think of this initiative. Thanks to Marcia del Mondo for the news. Muscat (Oman) – World Athletics Race Walking Team Championship … Continue reading

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Defying the Elements: The Nightmare Xmas 6 miles!

All praise to the indomitable spirits, competitors, officials and supporters, who did Dick Maxwell proud by turning up at Simister on Saturday for the club’s Xmas 10 kilometres. Nightmarish conditions even though we didn’t use the infamous Nightmare course! Saying … Continue reading

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