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Sunny day ☀️

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TJMazzGraduate
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I love the summer and the sunnier the better for me. However, I’ve come to realise that I prefer running in the cooler months.

Went out for a 6k run this morning at 7.45 but it was already hitting 17 so a bit too warm. I’m not sure how these people who live in the sunny climates manage. I guess you adapt.

Anyway, a great way to start a Sunday morning. Still loving to run after graduating in November. Definitely feeling the benefits of being leaner and fitter.

Time to wake the teenagers up now for a fun packed day 👍

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Markymark2018

I’m exactly the same! Running in heat is horrendous, I prefer waiting until the evening when everything’s cooled down!

Congratulations on graduating from the programme, Ita nice to hear that you’ve continued running too! :)

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Ripcurlrana71

I hate it too. Was out at 7am but was already pretty warm. 🔥🔥🔥 At least we’re set up for the day now. Enjoy! 😎

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BeestonbabeGraduate

I couldn't agree more!! I just graduated last week and currently on our hols in 30 degree heat! A bit paranoid about losing fitness so we have our trainers with us and so far we have managed a 20 minute early morning run, but did sweat buckets but proud at we can do it. Swimming only today, then planning on another early one tomorrow. Definitely got the bug!

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TJMazzGraduate in reply to Beestonbabe

Wow, that’s amazing. Not sure I would be running when it’s that warm. Good for you. Congratulations on your graduation 🙌🏻

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TortoiseintrainersGraduate

I agree cool days are better, I’ve varied my route to include cool woody paths welcome milestones.

Good to have role model graduates on this forum

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TJMazzGraduate in reply to Tortoiseintrainers

I usually stick to the streets for running and look for shade. Woody paths sound like a good plan.

Looks like your running journey is going well. Not long until you graduate. I’ll be looking for you on that podium. Go for it 🙌🏻

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Ang33333Graduate

Agree! I hate the heat and the humidity! I don't mind a bit of light rain for running!

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TJMazzGraduate in reply to Ang33333

Yes, I love running in light rain. Lovely and cool. My friends think I’m crazy when I go out in the rain but I find it the best weather for running 😀

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Elfe5Graduate

Good to hear from you. I’m glad your running is going well despite lack of cool weather.

Waking teenagers, (plural!!)?? - What courage! 😀

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TJMazzGraduate in reply to Elfe5

Hi, just noticed you have been unwell. Hope you are recovered. Good to see you are up and running again. 😀

Yes, two teenagers who like to stay awake late and get up late!

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Elfe5Graduate in reply to TJMazz

Thanks, I’m much better now. I am doing a re-run of C25K having had 4 months off. Back onto W5. It is so good to be running again. 😄

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TJMazzGraduate in reply to Elfe5

That’s great news. Every success with your journey. You’ll smash it 🙋🏼

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Gran4zGraduate

I love running in the early morning! Try a bit earlier, it's cooler. I went out at 6.30 this morning, it was cool and fresh. Mind you it was a struggle to make myself get out there 🙃.

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TJMazzGraduate in reply to Gran4z

Yes, when I started in Sept I always went at 5.30 so I could run in the dark and nobody could see me 😂 These days I still choose to run earlier as the air is fresher and the streets are quieter and I can run without a care in the world 🙋🏼

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