First week of post-grad runs done

[Lizzie_NewStart]

Rather a mixed bag this week.

Mondays run was cold but wet so we go soaked. Managed to get the full 30 minutes in at a constant (ish) pace but being cold and wet spoils the fun a bit.

Wednesday was cold and not raining. But, the frost on the ground made the footpaths like an ice-rink. The warmup walk did not start well as there was nothing brisk about it, barely able to stand up. We spotted that one of the side roads has a grass verge and gave that a go. The frost covered grass enabled us to get back up to speed for our walk accept for the drive way sections where we were back on a concrete surface.. As we started our run, the grass verge started to slope down towards the road so was a bit more difficult but still better than the icy path. as we crossed the driveway bits we must have looked a sight, trying to slowdown without slipping with arms and legs going everywhere. We completed 30 minutes but could not really classify it as all running.

Today, clear sky and a bit cold but no ice. The warm up was at a good brisk pace and the run went well, no slipping and sliding about. I was quite surprised giving how the last run was barely a run, how well this run went. We got to the end and both felt we could have done a bit more so it is looking good.

We were going to attempt more running with the dogs but think we will get a few more runs under our belts first as I have a feeling that running with the dogs may be a disaster!!

[red_faced_runner Graduate]

Well done for keeping going and adapting to the conditions!

[Annieapple Administrator Graduate]

🍏👏 Beautifully executed! A slower run in slippery conditions is always the best choice! It’s actually good to mix up pace a bit… So very well done!

[SweatyHettie Graduate]

what a great achievement in some tricky conditions. Every run prepares us for the next so your consolidation is going well! It’s rarely icy here so that’s one hazard I don’t encounter very much! Onwards and upwards 👏🏼

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It sounds like you’ve had a great week. It’s good to mix things up and it’s totally fine to walk during your runs too. Not every run needs to be thirty minutes-you might enjoy some short ones, especially when you’re getting your new run buddies used to it!

[SueAppleRun Graduate]

Running with the dogs will be fun, you are doing great in sometimes difficult conditions, don't run on ice

[Lizzie_NewStart Graduate in reply to SueAppleRun]

After a bad ankle sprain while out walking the dogs, I am definitely more safety conscious with regards to ground conditions and do take it easy if slippery. I am looking forward to being able to run with the dogs, hopefully it will be successful.

[SueAppleRun Graduate in reply to Lizzie_NewStart]

As left Ng as they don't get over excited and run along beside you it will be ok, if they are lead pullers it'll be different