Mark Brierley


  • ParkRun #9
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    ParkRun #9

    Another week and my Garmin is telling me it’s time for another ParkRun. Last week was a huge leap forward in pace following my calf niggles throughout November and into December. I had set my “goal time” to be an ambitious 2½ minutes quicker than last week. The weather forecast wasn’t great for today with…

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  • Week 23 – Update
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    Week 23 – Update

    Day 161 End of Week Twenty Three – 29 December0.2kg (0.4lb) weight loss Total weight loss, to date27.7kg (61.1lb / 4st 5.1lb) That’s a reduction of 25.2% of my starting body weightMuscle Mass stable at 76.7% and Fat Mass stable at 19.3%. Happy with that, being Christmas week. FRIDAY – 22 December No gym classes…

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  • Rowing Machine
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    Rowing Machine

    Rowing machines offer a full-body workout and come with various benefits, making them a popular choice for fitness enthusiasts. Here are some of the benefits of using a rowing machine: Cardiovascular Fitness: Full-Body Workout: Low-Impact Exercise: Calorie Burning: Muscle Toning and Strength Building: Improved Posture: Joint Flexibility: Time Efficiency: Mental Well-being: Adaptable Intensity: Incorporating a…

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  • Gravity 20kg Weighted Vest
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    Gravity 20kg Weighted Vest

    A new component to my training in 2024 is going to be a weighted vest. A weighted vest can enhance your workouts by increasing resistance, promoting calorie burn, and improving strength and endurance. It’s particularly effective for bodyweight exercises, such as squats and push-ups, adding intensity without bulky equipment. Additionally, it can help improve bone…

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  • Mark’s Motivational Monday #7
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    Mark’s Motivational Monday #7

    Make Your Mark

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