Today, I ran at Pitshanger Park for the Junior Parkrun. I was really excited because I had been looking forward to this run all week. The weather was nice — not too hot and not too cold — and there was just a little wind. It felt like the perfect day to run. But the main reason I was so excited was because I was wearing my brand new Nike Vaporfly shoes at this distance for the first time. I had heard a lot about how fast they were with their carbon plate, and I hoped they would help me get a new personal best. I felt light on my feet during my warm-up, and deep down, I believed today could be the day I ran my fastest 2K ever.

When the run started, I sprinted from the line to get a strong start. I wanted to get into a good position early and stay ahead of the crowd. At the same time, my older brother was also at the event, but his tummy was hurting a bit. Because of that, he decided to run at my pace and stick with me. I was happy he was running with me because having someone beside me gives me that extra boost of energy and confidence. We both settled into a fast rhythm, and I could really feel the difference in my new shoes. Every step felt springy and light — almost like I was flying!

Today, I ran at Battersea Parkrun for the very first time in my life. I had never been to this event before, so I was a little bit nervous but also really excited. The park looked big and full of people when we arrived. There were lots of runners warming up, chatting, and getting ready. It felt different from other parkruns I’ve done. This one seemed more serious, with many fast-looking adults getting ready to race. I knew it would be a tough run, but I was ready to give it my best.

Since I’m under 11, someone over the age of 18 had to run with me to make sure I was safe. Luckily, a kind lady offered to run with me. I didn’t know her, but she was very friendly and encouraging. She told me she would stay with me the whole time and help me keep a steady pace. That made me feel a lot better. It’s always nice to have someone by your side, especially when trying something new. We started the run together, and from the beginning, I knew it was going to be a challenge.

Today, I ran in the Maidenhead Easter 10 race. It was a short but exciting race, and I had been looking forward to it all week. The sun was shining, and there were lots of people watching and cheering. I felt ready and excited to race.

As the race started, I ran hard and quickly got into 6th place. There were a few fast runners ahead of me, but I didn’t let that stop me. I stayed focused and kept pushing myself, one step at a time. I knew I had to stay strong and keep going.

Today I ran at Cassiobury Parkrun on 5th April 2025, and it was a really exciting run! As soon as the run started, I had to sprint up a hill, which made it a tough beginning. Hills are always hard, especially right at the start, but I tried to stay strong and keep my legs moving quickly.

While I was running, I started to feel quite tired. There were lots of uphill parts, and I had to work extra hard. My legs are quite small, so I feel like I have to move them more than most people just to keep up. But even though it was tough, I didn’t give up. I kept pushing myself all the way around the course.