Gavin Briggs

🏃‍♂️ Walk 50K Challenge – Day 1: Treadmill Triumph with My Teammate

Monday 1st Sep

Day 1 is done—and I'm off to a great start! Today, I kicked off the Walk 50K Challenge not out in the wild, but right where I feel most focused: on the treadmill at the gym, with my wife walking beside me every step of the way.

I covered 7.21 kilometers. There’s something motivating about sharing the challenge with someone—especially when that someone is your biggest supporter. The gym buzzed with energy, but having her next to me made the time fly.

🏋️‍♂️ The Setup

We picked two treadmills next to each other, started chatting and got moving. No distractions, no weather worries—just a steady pace and good company. It was a great reminder that fitness goals are easier (and more fun) when shared.

🎶 What Kept Us Going

Light conversation helped keep the rhythm. We even synced up our pace a few times, which made it feel like a mini race—minus the competition.

💬 Reflections

• Distance: 7.21 km feels like a strong start. It’s encouraging to see that number tick up.
• Mindset: Starting indoors gave us control over pace and environment, which helped ease into the challenge.
• Support: Having my wife there made a huge difference. Accountability and encouragement go a long way.

📅 Looking Ahead

Tomorrow’s plan? Back to the gym, or maybe a walk outdoors if the weather cooperates. Either way, we’re keeping the momentum going and aiming to chip away at that 50K goal together.

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Total Distance So Far: 7.21 km
Distance Remaining: 42.79 km

Thanks for following along—more updates to come as we walk our way through this challenge!

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