Running outdoors

[runlikeagirl]

For the first five weeks of the programme I was terrified of the thought of running outside but found the long runs too boring on the treadmill. Now I love running outside. Came across this little family yesterday. You're never going to see this in a gym sorry it's a bit blurry but didn't stop for long (plus not sure why it's side on?)

[Rickne Graduate]

Plenty of birds in my gym

[runlikeagirl Graduate in reply to Rickne]

Ha ha, well yes!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Rickne]

Tut tut!

[Rickne Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

😌

[DawnRun]

Each to their own, but I can't understand why or how people can run on treadmills, unless they just don't have access to facilities or have phobia issues for example. Each time you go out you get something new from the natural world, even if its a pigeon dropping something on you from above. Don't get that on a treadmill.

[Rickne Graduate in reply to DawnRun]

It's one of those things. You either enjoy it or you don't. I never get bored running on the treadmill as I'm constantly adjusting challenges on the computer in front of me, watching TV, listening to music on Spotify, interacting with others. I'll never say one is better than the other, it's just one of those things. At the gym I can run an hour then fall right onto the weights or other cardio.

[DawnRun in reply to Rickne]

I suppose, and whatever suits, I guess if you are in a gym anyway , or are surrounded by other equipment then it makes sense, that's a good point. I find it more relaxing though getting away from machines. Everyone has different goals I guess.

[Rickne Graduate in reply to DawnRun]

Absolutely but don't get me wrong I can 100% appreciate the outdoors. I don't do it enough but one thing I'm doing right now is incline training. I suck at hills but I've been improving bit by bit. And after the weekend I've just had away in Torquay I need to get my act together again lol.

[runlikeagirl Graduate in reply to DawnRun]

It is indeed each to their own. I think I would have given up by now if I was in the gym on the treadmill. I get such a sense of well being being out in the elements.

[Rickne Graduate in reply to runlikeagirl]

I'm clearly a maniac

[runlikeagirl Graduate in reply to Rickne]

Well maybe a glutton for punishment. 🏋🏻 I wear blinkers if I'm in the gym. Can't see any weights then....

[Rickne Graduate in reply to runlikeagirl]

I think I'm very competitive so seeing others spurs me on.

[runlikeagirl Graduate in reply to Rickne]

Did you miss the conversation about dogs chasing you when running? That can be very errr.... motivational??!!

[Rickne Graduate in reply to runlikeagirl]

Oh I've been there trust me haha.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Rickne]

You are just great!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Rickne]

You are right, and some of the forum family don't have any other choice...

The are running, and enjoying it.. That is what it's all about

[Pc59 Graduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Ah as always well said oldfloss😊it took me ages to pluck up the courage to run outside as too self conscious so ive overcome two obstacles 😊back out running & it now doesn't bother me what folk think!! I love the peace of running outside & last night got back to 20mins continuous run than ran /walk for 4.1k then 30mins later walked for 5.5km so feelung more positive il return to my 5k runs😂👍 Whatever is best for each individual is great at least they are off the couch!!! Im so glad to get back into it & forum so helps!!! Happy running everyone x

[RebeccaSK Graduate in reply to DawnRun]

For me it's about injury. I have a tendency towards shin splints because of a foot injury that I can do nothing about. I'd rather be outside but if I did every run outside I'd permanently be on the IC. I don't enjoy the treadmill but needs must!

[Millsie-J Graduate]

Lovely!

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate]

Looks great runlikeagirl😊x

[runlikeagirl Graduate in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

It's a very pretty run Jan. Flat too!!!!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Beautiful ! Lucky you

[runlikeagirl Graduate]

Can I just stress.... This post was simply about sharing the joy I felt seeing a family of swans on a run outdoors and how happy I am to have plucked up the courage to run outside...it is not a criticism of anyone who wants to run on a treadmill!! Peeps you don't need to 'defend' your reasons!!! It's not right/wrong and which side are you on...