Monthly Updates
Thoughts, reflections, miles, lessons learned and the occasional rant throughout the challenge.
Welcome
Every month I'll share an honest update about how the challenge is going. Some months will be brilliant. Some months will be hard. This page is here to document all of it.
June 2026
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Trent & Mersey Canal
Looking Back
Whilst walking to Chester was a fantastic personal milestone, the lack of easy routes and the arduous nature of the journey, so early in to this challenge, was probably a massive mistake.
It's not something I'm in a rush to do again but never say "never".
I've really enjoyed walking more and being able to walk to work really helps that and the mileage count too.
Favourite Moment
People's reactions as I started to hand out "Pocket Hugs" on my travels.
What I Learned
- Walking 8 miles on a rolled ankle is neither intelligent, fun or painfree.
- Taping up frequent blister spots is a necessity more than just an idea.
- Don't walk angry; stomping for miles really takes its toll on your upper legs and arse.
Looking Ahead
I'm looking forward to getting out, getting more miles under my belt and giving out more smiles and positivity with the "Pocket Hugs"
My life isn't all sunshine rainbows right now but being able to make even a small difference in the lives of others, is totally worth while.
"The length of a journey has never been the measure of its importance."
July 2026
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Looking Back
Write your monthly thoughts here. Talk honestly about how things have gone, what you've enjoyed, what you've struggled with, what surprised you and anything else you want people to know.
Favourite Moment
Describe your highlight of the month.
What I Learned
- Lesson one
- Lesson two
- Lesson three
Looking Ahead
What are you hoping for next month?
"Your quote of the month goes here."
August 2026
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Looking Back
Write your monthly thoughts here. Talk honestly about how things have gone, what you've enjoyed, what you've struggled with, what surprised you and anything else you want people to know.
Favourite Moment
Describe your highlight of the month.
What I Learned
- Lesson one
- Lesson two
- Lesson three
Looking Ahead
What are you hoping for next month?
"Your quote of the month goes here."
September 2026
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TBC
Looking Back
Write your monthly thoughts here. Talk honestly about how things have gone, what you've enjoyed, what you've struggled with, what surprised you and anything else you want people to know.
Favourite Moment
Describe your highlight of the month.
What I Learned
- Lesson one
- Lesson two
- Lesson three
Looking Ahead
What are you hoping for next month?
"Your quote of the month goes here."
October 2026
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TBC
Looking Back
Write your monthly thoughts here. Talk honestly about how things have gone, what you've enjoyed, what you've struggled with, what surprised you and anything else you want people to know.
Favourite Moment
Describe your highlight of the month.
What I Learned
- Lesson one
- Lesson two
- Lesson three
Looking Ahead
What are you hoping for next month?
"Your quote of the month goes here."
November 2026
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TBC
Looking Back
Write your monthly thoughts here. Talk honestly about how things have gone, what you've enjoyed, what you've struggled with, what surprised you and anything else you want people to know.
Favourite Moment
Describe your highlight of the month.
What I Learned
- Lesson one
- Lesson two
- Lesson three
Looking Ahead
What are you hoping for next month?
"Your quote of the month goes here."
December 2026
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TBC
Looking Back
Write your monthly thoughts here. Talk honestly about how things have gone, what you've enjoyed, what you've struggled with, what surprised you and anything else you want people to know.
Favourite Moment
Describe your highlight of the month.
What I Learned
- Lesson one
- Lesson two
- Lesson three
Looking Ahead
What are you hoping for next month?
"Your quote of the month goes here."
Thank you
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