by JesmondJoggers | Dec 22, 2021 | News, Road race, Uncategorized
A cold and frosty morning greeted the nine JJs, fearing that instead of racing flats, Ice skates might be better. On warming up, it was clear that Saltwell Harriers, the host club, had taken full precautions to get the race on and had gritted the undulating course...
by JesmondJoggers | Dec 5, 2021 | News, Road race
On Sunday 5th of December 27 JJs turned out for the first Xmas 5k Handicap Race on the Town Moor, using the parkrun route. The weather was wet and cold but didn’t dampen the Xmas Spirit shown in the fancy dress outfits on show. The marshals did a great job directing...
by JesmondJoggers | Oct 3, 2021 | News
Twas a wet wet day and 3 intrepid explorers (plus 2 JJs who made the own way there) set off to explore the highs and lows of Kielder. After a brief standoff with a taxi and overcoming the navigational challenge of great park they were off. A full rainbow over Kielder...
by JesmondJoggers | Sep 27, 2021 | News, Road race
Who doesn’t like the 10k race distance? No one, that’s who. The 5k is over too quick, a half marathon needs some application and some of us know by experience or reputation that the full fat 42k distance is “serious”. Anyone who does ultras…you have my respect and my...
by JesmondJoggers | Jul 21, 2021 | News, Road race
“You’re getting up at what time? On a Sunday? To travel how far?” 5:50am; yes; about two hours drive there and the same back. “Will you win?” Erm So on a brightish morning Angus and I set off for a mini JJ adventure. The race had been rolled over from last year like...
by JesmondJoggers | Aug 23, 2020 | News
We are currently running socially-distanced sessions in accordance with Government and England Athletic guidelines. The days/times of these vary. Please email the Club Secretary at jesmondjoggers2006@gmail.com if you would like to join us.
