https://www.stpolstriders.com/blog daily 0.75 2022-06-12 https://www.stpolstriders.com/blog/stride-into-spring monthly 0.5 2022-04-17 https://www.stpolstriders.com/blog/the-calderdale-way-year-2 monthly 0.5 2022-06-12 https://www.stpolstriders.com/home daily 1.0 2022-04-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/c36b1bfe-a907-417b-a570-0d24e5c49848/84A10EB7-16A9-46D7-9318-27F0E2C6F4E0.jpeg Home - Geek Out with Karen https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/ebf88a48-7076-4108-916b-872c0f805944/814847FF-4E22-47F4-B66A-3BA13CC0D334.jpeg Home 30th April 2022 The Calderdale Way https://www.stpolstriders.com/groups daily 0.75 2022-11-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/974cf293-7087-4d8e-9dc9-1d90e4c583c4/3CDDFAA8-550E-4B5C-A9D7-F407BCDA575D.jpeg Groups - Couch to 5k (C25k) Where it all started! Jilly did couch to 5k way back in 2012 with the help of the lovely Jo Wiley (thanks NHS) and literally ran from one lamp post to the next, within a year she was running ultra marathons. We definitely don’t expect that from our girls now and we slow down the NHS plan to prevent injuries and make sure everyone progresses at the same pace. In 2022 we had over 40 people sign up to join us, we can’t wait to see where they go! We currently meet at 6:15pm on Thursdays and our next group will be starting in January. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/222a2616-77d5-407f-b261-18144602354c/tempImage1Hw931.jpg Groups - Wednesday Trail Mix When it’s spring, the days are longer, the nights aren’t as cold and we can finally go off road! Our Wednesday group is the perfect introduction for trail running, once our girls have completed couch to 5k we can start increasing that distance and exploring the countryside around Hebden Bridge. Runs are 3-5miles (5-9km) and are a generous mix of road and trail. We try to keep the trail running going over winter with a Sunday morning run at 9:30am. Over winter (March-October) we bring that mileage down just a little, aiming to keep closer to 4 miles than 5, and we head back to road. A great group if you don’t want to be out too long but like the motivation of having someone to go with when it’s dark. We meet at 6:30pm on Wednesdays. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/d0c822e9-6baa-4b68-a554-7e61b0ce96f7/B63DBE6D-73A5-43FA-A6A6-5F10CD242A02.jpeg Groups - Thursday Pack Run Our first meeting was a Thursday evening in December, there were 5 of us in the car park in the dark. Now our Thursday evening is our most popular run of the week with upwards of 15 of us heading onto the moors in the summer. This run is 5-8 miles (8-12km) and is almost entirely off road between March and October, we don’t run at any specific pace and always wait for the entire group to be together. We love a good chat and have been known to take a drink up to the Pike with us or end at the pub from time to time. This group also moves to road through the winter and routes aren’t quite as long but we still meet up at 7:15pm every Thursday evening - bring a friend! https://www.stpolstriders.com/our-members daily 0.75 2022-06-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/327a8d4d-92af-46cb-a366-36cad4c4e1fc/570527B4-7FF4-4627-AACD-F5EDF24F915D.jpeg Our Members - Jilly - Mama Strider Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/888a5607-6410-42c1-9dc2-ed515a9212d6/02D9214C-9A56-4F82-A93F-5D7FD5D8A827.jpeg Our Members - Emily When I first joined St Pol Striders, I was the one who’d convinced myself I couldn’t run; everything hurts, and I’ll be last in the group. My confidence was extremely low, and the thought of running with people who could run made e even more nervous. A friend had persuaded me that this group was special, and so I went along. Before I knew it, I was immersed in an extremely supportive group with incredible leaders. Jilly and Iona lead the group with passion, dedication, and an infectious warmth filters down through everyone, regardless of ability. Whether you are at the front of the group or the back of the group, you only need to look t your left or right to see that you are not alone in your journey as guaranteed someone is next to you, cheering you on. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/ae523fad-7bed-45c2-bb76-89c3be409b95/tempImageVLiceS.jpg Our Members - Nicki P When Jilly set up the club I was a slow road runner with another local club. I’d tried trail running once and hated it. Jilly convinced me to have another go and thank goodness I did! I absolutely love it now and have run several marathons and ultra marathons, on the trails, fuelled by cheese sandwiches, tea and fudge. Not only have I found a fantastic club with amazing, strong willed, determined, independent women but a special relationship with my sister in law and niece. Here’s to a few more years of ultra marathons over some of the best trails in Yorkshire. Thank you St Pol https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/3e76d408-2c54-4086-ad77-b10057ed843b/tempImagebyH5PA.jpg Our Members - Penny The St Pol Striders running group is about so much more than keeping fit. Its also a great way to meet people, get to know the local area, take on new challenges, learn about running technique and above all, to enjoy running. Jilly and Iona are really friendly and all are welcome, from complete beginners to ultra-runners - everyone is supported and everyon'e’s achievements are celebrated. I don't know how they find the time to organise and run all the activities (and spin-off groups such as the triathlon group too!) but their energy seems boundless. I always thought a running group would be highly competitive but running with the Striders is stress-free and great fun. It’s amazing how much further I can run when I’m in lovely surroundings and chatting! Joining St Pol Striders was the best thing I did when I moved to the area and I am looking forward to future runs and challenges with the group. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/c9499059-9613-4cd1-9f9c-63becb00d896/35A3BCDB-4FCD-49A6-87F1-1A1E6529A544.jpeg Our Members - Cath From Huffing and Puffing to becoming a Mountain Goat Not only has this running group taken me from someone who could just about run 5k this time last year, to being able to run 15k in a day, they have also provided me with a wonderful group of women friends and lots of support, laughter and encouragement. Jilly and Iona make the runs fun and enjoyable at all times, they encourage you to move out of your comfort zone (if you want to) and create fun and enjoyable challenges while never leaving anyone behind. Their motivation rubs off on me on those days when I think I can’t be bothered going for a run as they are so committed to the group and have endless enthusiasm and energy. As I often say on a run with the group, “it’s always an adventure with the Pols…” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/42b3ed31-f6b1-4d90-a231-983efd2f7765/39C58552-DCBF-46FF-9E53-B82920AB1B6B.jpeg Our Members - Sasha Reliably there, week in, week out, St Pol Striders’ various pack runs offer companionable running for all levels, all year round. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/66dfa2e8-81b2-49ef-a355-48d6ac3e51fd/2BA42150-CE1F-4198-8EFB-CD642132CCEC.jpeg Our Members - Jess M I had never had any desire to start running, and couldn’t understand why people would want to do it, until lockdown #467382 when I was back living at home with my parents, and finding it hard to keep myself busy and positive. Even when I signed up to St Pol’s buddy scheme in January 2021 I was very sceptical I’d keep it up, and the goal of running for 30 minutes seemed like it would be impossible. I was just feeling desperate to do something new and get out of the January slump. It’s now been a year since I joined, and truthfully it was one of the best things I’ve ever done! I couldn’t have imagined by Summer 2021 I’d be running two, sometimes three times a week with the run club, meeting so many amazing people who I would never have crossed paths with, even going to a weekend running/camping event and finishing my first half marathon by Autumn. There is always something to get involved with, and I still can’t believe January 1st 2022 I was able to run with the gang 9 miles to Haworth, when just a year earlier I was messaging Jilly on Facebook to sign up for couch to 5k. I’ve since moved away from Hebden (luckily not too far) and it’s made me realise even more how special the club is, and what a privilege it was to get out on the hills every week. I love running now, but that is 100% thanks to St Pols, and I’m so grateful for the support, friendships and many (many) group chats that I’ve had along the way! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/316e61e1-a4c6-4e53-94e8-c6117c67a1a5/0CD39D19-AF00-4017-A4F2-44A786F73920_1_201_a.jpeg Our Members - Tamsin C I tried to compete the Couch to 5k programme on my own for three years. I restarted it many times but struggled to get beyond 2-3k. There were two things I knew for certain: 1) I could only run on the flat, preferably the canal 2) Group runs weren't for me, I liked running on my own. Fast forward to January 2022 and I decided to give the St Pol Couch to 5k group a go. Five months later, I can run 5k and can even tackle a hill. And my favourite run of the week is the one I run with the St Pol group . I've been properly blown away by the support, advice and encouragement I've received. It's phenomenal how much time Jilly and Iona (and the other 'big sisters') put in to supporting the group. Give it a try, you won't regret it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/b6da0955-3143-4487-805c-8583058f8448/AC5FEF0D-1927-45F4-9FAF-59854B4A296C.jpeg Our Members - Jayne During lockdown I successfully managed to complete the NHS Couch to 5K with Jo Wiley cheering me on in my headphones. Once completed I continued to run but quickly started to lose interest without and goals or someone egging me on. I tried other apps but they were too American or just not Jo so I gave up interest. I knew deep down I wanted to do it but lacked motivation. A friend I hadn’t seen in a while posted she had been doing C25K with the St Pol Striders saying how great it was. Needing a kick start I decided to give it a go. I immediately felt welcomed and not only has my fitness and running ability improved, I have also made new friends. This was just what I needed to get me out there again, I had a reason to do it. This club it isn’t just about those that can run long distances or can run fast it really is about everyone. Achievements are celebrated no matter how big or small. I know I will never do a marathon, but I am looking forward to more fun and adventures with the striders. https://www.stpolstriders.com/events daily 0.75 2022-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/974cf293-7087-4d8e-9dc9-1d90e4c583c4/3CDDFAA8-550E-4B5C-A9D7-F407BCDA575D.jpeg Events - Stride into Spring Based on Equinox24 (watch this space!) we will be having our own 24 hour event in March 2022. Join a team and run 5k or 10k laps over the course of 24 hours in relay, or have a go at solo and see how far you can get. £10 per person. includes run, medal, coming, use of showers & kitchenette. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/222a2616-77d5-407f-b261-18144602354c/tempImage1Hw931.jpg Events - Trail Mix It’s spring, the days are longer, the nights aren’t as cold and we can finally go off road! Our Wednesday group is the perfect introduction for trail running, once our girls have completed couch to 5k we can start increasing that distance and exploring the countryside around Hebden Bridge. Runs are 3-5miles (5-9km) and are a generous mix of road and trail. We meet at 6:30pm on Wednesdays with an optional additional Sunday morning run at 10am (helpful when training for races or events) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/d0c822e9-6baa-4b68-a554-7e61b0ce96f7/B63DBE6D-73A5-43FA-A6A6-5F10CD242A02.jpeg Events - Pack run Our first meeting was a Thursday evening in December, there were 5 of us in the car park in the dark. Now our Thursday evening is our most popular run of the week with upwards of 15 of us heading onto the moors in the summer. This run is 5-8 miles (8-12km) and is almost entirely off road between March and October, we don’t run at any specific pace and always wait for the entire group to be together. We love a good chat and have been known to take a drink up to the Pike with us or end at the pub from time to time. 7:15pm every Thursday evening - bring a friend! https://www.stpolstriders.com/about daily 0.75 2022-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/622bb3c0a4013614e294b050/8355a93b-fc68-4c39-ba49-28ec6c05552a/97A71306-EC06-4444-8493-47636003EDFC.jpeg About Back in 2017 Jilly posted in a local facebook group asking if there were other women who would like to go for a run. The first night 5 of them set off from the car park together, having never met before! By the time it got light in the spring they had gained a few more and they introduced themselves all over again - seeing each other’s faces for the first time. In 2020 Jilly’s daughter, Iona joined the couch to 5k group, only for it to be disbanded 3 months later with the onset of the pandemic. Over the next two years the cub has had to adapt, from 6 ladies per run, to a one-to-one buddy program, and 3(!) more couch to 5k groups. Somehow, in a year when we couldn’t leave our houses we grew a club of 20 women to almost 100. https://www.stpolstriders.com/events-1 daily 0.75 2022-11-18 https://www.stpolstriders.com/running-therapist daily 0.75 2022-11-18 https://www.stpolstriders.com/book-a-class daily 0.75 2023-01-15