Running into the wind.

[DorsetDiva]

Any tips for running against a strong head wind? It was hard going today. I did it, but it wasn’t pretty. It got me thinking that there must be a technique (that I definitely haven’t mastered).

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

I don't know any specific techniques for running into headwinds, but a strong pumping action from your arms, as employed for running uphill, will probably help.

Maybe lean forward a bit more and lower your head slightly to stop the wind taking your breath away. Keep the posture principles laid out in this FAQ Post in mind though. healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

The other option is to turn round and run like the wind.

[roseabi]

I like to do my warm ups against the wind, and then turn around and run with the wind behind me! 😊😊😊

[Hidden in reply to roseabi]

I find it really annoying when I run into the wind on the way out, it changes direction and is in my face again on the way back!

[IannodaTruffe Mentor in reply to Hidden]

That's the apparent wind, Helen.

You should try running slower.........

[roseabi in reply to IannodaTruffe]

... or take up windsurfing instead 😊😊😊

[nowster Graduate in reply to roseabi]

That would be taking a different tack. ⛵

[roseabi in reply to nowster]

Guffaw

[Yesletsgo Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Amazing how every wind can be a headwind but it's rarely the other way around 😂

[John_W Graduate Ambassador]

There's no special technique I'm afraid - it's just much much harder. May be try shortening your stride to a pitter-patter. Apart from that ... nope!