So its been a long, long drought in the running department round here....I have battled illness long, very long and very hard.......no running in the last year....
I believe I am ready to start again...again😁
Obviously I'm going to start at week one, because I just don't know whether I could do more than that, I guess we will see....
I've always struggled with mid week, post work runs, exhaustion sets in as soon as I'm home.
Any advise about what to drink/eat before I dash out. I will literally be arriving home from work tired and hungry and I know if I don't get changed straight away, and go out, I won't do it at all. So, I need a quick drink or very small snack to give me just enough of a boost to get me out there.....and have my tea after I get home?
I'm signing up for the Race for Life, I missed last year for the first time since I can remember, so I'm looking forward to that, and it gives me a little motivation to get moving.
Sorry about the lost post, its good to be back!😊
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You might have to try different foods to see what you can eat and then run.A couple of rounds of plain toast (or similar ) and some water might be a good start
Hiya Katnap! I'm actually really excited to get started again, water is always a must for me as a rule......I may risk a small banana and see what happens 😅
Welcome back! Working out what to eat before runs is tricky and often requires a bit of trial and error. If I’ve only got a short time, a pack of three nairns fruit and seed oatcakes is my usual food of choice. Toast and jam is another favourite option, and occasionally I’ll have a small banana.
I'm so excited now, I've been re reading old posts......gosh there's been some shenanigans hasn't there!! Knowing me there will definitely be more of those.....watch this space!🤣
At last you’re here ! I love shenanigans 😂😂. Welcome back and here’s hoping you are feeling a lot better now. Anyway maybe a wee biscuit, or even a banana just to keep you going.
Lets us know how your running progress is coming along. Looking forward to reading you fab posts👍👏👏🥰
I run first thing and wake up hungry. I eat half a protein bar and have a cup of tea before I go out for a shuffle. It just takes the edge off before I get back for breakfast. Enjoy being back in the fray
Welcome back! I definitely re-started at Run 1, though I'd had a break of only a few months. It does come back and that first run is just SO satisfying.
Two suggestions which may or may not be possible for you:
1) Have something to eat and drink before you leave work (and bump up your lunch a bit too)
2) Wear as much as possible of your runwear to work so there is less changing to do. I never get changed to run (because I'd just have to go back to bed instead), I merely peel off the stealth layer on top and change footwear. At a minimum, your running underwear. Or perhaps if that's not an option, can you change before leaving work?
Having that specific goal you've set yourself sounds like a very helpful strategy too.
I can definitely have a snack before I leave work....I definitely can't wear my running gear at work......but potentially, I could change before driving home...🤔 interesting idea. I will keep everyone posted, and thank you all so much for still being here to encourage me!😁
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Scared to admit, I might actually be enjoying this!
WK6R2 😳 well I won’t be running there again !
I am back - again!
Back again, in W4 now!
I think I might be back 
