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Post by Rhona Hall on Jan 27, 2021 10:24:19 GMT -8
“It gets addictive after a while once you think things get easier you’ll find yourself looking for the next challenge; farther distances, faster times, or stronger efforts. Not everyone thinks that way but those that do find it worth the time.” She smiled.
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Post by Gidget on Jan 27, 2021 10:54:09 GMT -8
Gidget nodded. To be able to go further, move faster, be stronger... She had no set goal, but she knew she wanted to get BETTER.
"Are you ready to head back?"
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Post by Rhona Hall on Jan 27, 2021 12:59:18 GMT -8
“Whenever you are.” She lifted herself from the sand a dusted herself off. “I’d like to see if you can make it back.” She challenged
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Post by Gidget on Jan 27, 2021 15:51:35 GMT -8
A slow, wicked smile crossed her face.
"Oh. I'll make it back. One way or another." And with that, she took off. It was a struggle not to sprint outright, but she knew she had to keep a slow and steady pace if she wanted to make it all the way back to the Institute.
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Post by Rhona Hall on Jan 27, 2021 18:19:33 GMT -8
Rhona followed after with a lightened sprint in her own step. She kept pace with Gidget and enjoyed the girls new fire in her belly. The morning sun was high above them by this point they were facing its bright rays on this way back and it’s welcomed warmth blanketed her chill cheeks from the breeze hitting her on the way to the beach. Rhona had felt cold and chill unlike she ever had in her life. She felt like the sun was too far away from her as if it was another thing that cut itself from her life. While that was not the case in a sense it was a sadly romantic feeling to how useful coats and jackets had become to her even in the warmer of times.
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Post by Gidget on Jan 27, 2021 18:22:12 GMT -8
Gidget ran with Rhona, a smile on her lips. She didn't enjoy the sun in the same way Rhona did, and the bright light hurt her eyes, but she kept going, pushing herself forward. She focused on the feeling of the ground beneath her feet, of the way her muscles worked with her instead of against her, and of the comforting presence of the woman at her side. She enjoyed the silence of the run, and as long as Rhona allowed it to continue, would spend the energy focusing on her breathing. It was on the run back that the runner's high hit her, and she felt as if she could go on forever. A smile reached her face again, and she pushed herself just a little bit harder, making herself move just a little bit faster.
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Post by Rhona Hall on Jan 28, 2021 16:53:04 GMT -8
Rhona would pace with her as she quickened. She started to eye her wondering if or how long she could or would be able to keep gaining speed.
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Post by Gidget on Jan 28, 2021 19:18:41 GMT -8
Gidget didn't say a word as they ran, focused entirely on the situation at hand. She was panting heavily by the time the Institute came into sight, but being able to see it filled her with glee. She could do it. She knew she could. She'd pay for it in the morning, but it would be worth it.
It wasn't until they were close enough that she knew she could make the sprint when Gidget really unleashed. She might not have much going for her... but she had speed. She bolted into a sprint, utilizing her speed as best she could in her exhausted state (speed: 30). She pumped her arms at her side, and took off, until she made it to the gates of the school.
Once there, she practically collapsed against them, having to hold herself up as she fought for breath. However, there was a wild, successful smile stretched across her face, and her violet eyes seemed to almost glow in triumph.
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Post by Rhona Hall on Jan 29, 2021 7:17:37 GMT -8
“Hermès heels!” She couldn’t believe what she just saw with Gidget suddenly bolting faster with out Rhona being able to keep pace. She tried too...
But she’d let Gidget go and would make her own efforts to finish their run as quick as she could.
She reached Gidget maybe a minute or so later and there was some labor in her breath finally. “That wasn’t as fast as you could go wasn’t it?”
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Post by Gidget on Jan 29, 2021 7:37:08 GMT -8
Gidget, gasping for breath, shook her head. She had to fight to keep her body upright, to keep herself from bending over and putting her hands on her knees. She looked up at Rhona with a grin.
"N-nah," she said with a snicker. "I'm t-tired though."
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Post by Rhona Hall on Jan 29, 2021 7:51:56 GMT -8
Rhona sat on the grass and undid her pack pulling out a water bottle and a towelette for Gidget tossing the tiny girl the lot.
“Look into that gymnastics idea and keep up with this cardio you’ll be uncatchable.” She pulled her own towelette and bottle of water and broke the seal to drink deeep. Deep enough that the water was half gone in a gulp.
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Post by Gidget on Jan 29, 2021 10:21:08 GMT -8
Gidget opened up the water and sipped it between deep breaths, smiling wildly.
"I'm fast... weak but fast... Its a strong point... of mine..."
She took another breath and stretched her arms above her head.
"My legs feel like Jell-O."
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Post by Rhona Hall on Jan 29, 2021 10:28:10 GMT -8
Rhona nodded knowing the feeling. “You comfortable taking an ice or a real cold bath? It will prevent cramps later. Also potassium and a heavy bouts of water. Once your body realizes what you’ve done to it you’ll probably hear it sing curses at you.”
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Post by Gidget on Jan 29, 2021 11:20:49 GMT -8
Gidget snickered. "An ice bath sounds fucking MISERABLE. But if that's what it takes. I'll probably curse at you louder than my body curses at me... but I'll do it."
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Post by Rhona Hall on Jan 29, 2021 12:21:09 GMT -8
Rhona chuckled. “Yeah it’s not easy I’ve come to find. My body temp used to be so high that when I’d get in one You could see steam erupt in a fog, some joked they heard me sizzle. But now... my lips turn blue and I’m unable to control my body convulsions not even a minute later.” She shrugged. “You can also try a hot bath it works differently but the result can level out similarly. With cold it constricts your body and alerts your nerves, reduces inflammation and cramps. It promotes quick healing, but heat can open up better blood flow feeding your muscles with everything they need.
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