Weekly 5K -- It's Much Easier With A Map🏃😂

[MontyMooDog]

Not posted for a few days and also not had chance to run so thought I'd revisit the University Campus to plan a 5K run I can do in the dark over the shorter evenings. Got lost last time and only did 3K but was armed with a map this time so better prepared. Also tried out my new compression socks (which were brilliant) and my fluorescent hooded running top (which would be brilliant if it was 10 to 15 degrees cooler but far, far too hot for me at the moment). All in all found an interesting route which will be well lit and hopefully cleared of leaves for the students and ideal for the winter nights.👍🏃😀

5.01K / 35:16min / 7.02pace

[Birdlady64 Graduate]

Great stuff!

Ive been thinking about winter routes for in the dark as well - it sounds like you have found a nice one. I think mine will end up being along the roads. Running through the woods in the dark probably isn't the most sensible thing to do.

[MontyMooDog Graduate in reply to Birdlady64]

Make sure you wear a hi viz top as runners and traffic do not mix too well👍

[Birdlady64 Graduate in reply to MontyMooDog]

Yes you are right. Have just ordered a "nice" (?) flourescent yellow long sleeved top and beanie hat for starters.

Stuff I wouldn't normally want to be seen wearing! 😁

[MontyMooDog Graduate in reply to Birdlady64]

That sounds about right and don't forget some gloves too👍

[nowster Graduate in reply to Birdlady64]

Same with the yellow top. I already have gloves.

[SJ60]

Sounds a good idea 👍 but what are compression socks? Am I missing a vital bit of kit?

[MontyMooDog Graduate in reply to SJ60]

Long socks which are fairly tight and supposed to help clear lactic acid from your muscles by increasing blood flow...

[SJ60 in reply to MontyMooDog]

Ah....thank you. I don’t go fast enough to get lactic acid but one day I might 🤣 I’ll get socks so as I’m ready 👍

[MontyMooDog Graduate in reply to SJ60]

First time I've worn them but no aching legs today👍

[SJ60 in reply to MontyMooDog]

Great news 👍👍

[nowster Graduate in reply to SJ60]

They're socks that reach up to the knees and have high amounts of lycra in the calf area.

[SJ60 in reply to nowster]

Thank you

[Jools2020 Graduate]

Compression socks 🤔 I’ve been thinking of getting some compression running tights/leggings, just looking for the right place to get them from. And I’ve ordered a chest torch. I don’t think I’d get on very well with a head torch. Already have a new windproof/waterproof running jacket, a beanie hat and gloves. And now I have some photography work to pay for essential running goodies!

Bring back summer!

[MontyMooDog Graduate in reply to Jools2020]

I reckon summer's gone. Just had a few days away in Derbyshire and felt like November☹️ Did manage a 15K walk on the Monsal Trail but alas had no time for any running. Not heard of a chest torch. I use a head torch a lot for work and I swear by mine so maybe take that out in the winter. Main problem I've had in the past is avoiding things hidden in piles of leaves and puddles as not good turning an ankle over or even worse coming a cropper on your own...☹️

[Sandraj39 Graduate in reply to MontyMooDog]

Decathalon Chest light - an alternative to a head torch. I love mine, have had it a few years now - it's fab! 🙂

decathlon.co.uk/run-light-2...

[Sandraj39 Graduate in reply to Jools2020]

I use a chest light during the winter Jools (I run after work during the week) and I absolutely love mine. 🔦🏃🏽‍♀️ Head torches are very popular but I really don't like wearing them! Picked mine up from Decathalon a few years ago but I think they still do similar. Good luck with yours - let us know what you think! 🙂

[Jools2020 Graduate in reply to Sandraj39]

I agree with you about head torches - I will let you know about the chest light, mine’s from Decathlon, too! 🙂

[Jools2020 Graduate]

I worry every time I go out running. If anything happened to me, nobody would know. I’ll let you know how I get on with the chest torch! Looks like a harness with a light in the middle. I think it’s got a light on the back of the strap as well.

At least you had a good walk while you were away 🙂 not sure I could manage 15K, I find it easier to run.

[MontyMooDog Graduate in reply to Jools2020]

I always take my mobile with me as a backup but will try to run in daylight if possible. Depends on my work though so can't always guarantee it. I used to help out with my daughter's old running club over the winter but I used to cycle round and not run. But some of the kids used to come a cropper from time to time but fortunately nothing too serious ☹️

[MontyMooDog Graduate in reply to Jools2020]

Funnily enough 3 months ago I would have said the same about 15K. I'd put on weight and not been walking as much as I used to and then came along C25K!!😁 Did the walk no problem and even thought I could have done a quick 5K jog at the end😀😀 Amazing how much fitter I feel now thanks to this program😁

[Jools2020 Graduate in reply to MontyMooDog]

I feel much fitter, too! Cant believe the Increase in energy; but I still get out of breath more when walking than running slowly! Hell, I can run for 1hr 25 mins and be hardly out of breath - but go out on a brisk walk and I’m puffing and blowing after 20 minutes. Certainly couldn’t go out on a jog after walking 😀

[MontyMooDog Graduate in reply to Jools2020]

That's odd! What zone do you get to on your brisk walk and what's your HR?

[Jools2020 Graduate in reply to MontyMooDog]

Mostly zone 2 with a smattering of 3 and 4. Max heart rate on a 5K walk was 145, but mostly it’s less than that. It’s possible that brisk walking sets off my (Mild) asthma.

[MontyMooDog Graduate in reply to Jools2020]

Maybe your breathing differently. Shallow breathing just expanding rib cage with walking but deeper belly breathing and dropping diaphragm with running?? Are you chatting when you're walking ??😂

[Jools2020 Graduate in reply to MontyMooDog]

Yes! That’s it. Continual chatter, I usually walk with my neighbour and I have lots to tell her at the moment, so it’s also stressful. Just hadn’t put 2 and 2 together. That explains it all 👍

[MontyMooDog Graduate in reply to Jools2020]

I'm in the wrong job😂😂👍

[Jools2020 Graduate in reply to MontyMooDog]

Clearly! 😂 you have a logical brain and know the right questions to ask. You could be an engineer 😬