🍏Hi everyone 👋 The darker, colder mornings & evenings after the clock change can challenge even the most dedicated runners. Come on in, grab a sandwich & a hot drink & let’s chat about it! I am hoping Oldfloss may pop in with some of her muffins…. and her legendary wisdom. There are a number of Newbies on our forum getting to know one another, & some who are about to, or have just graduated, plus returners & Admins. We are a merry mix here at the fireside, but everyone is welcome! 🤗
🤔 I always find this is a good time of year to take stock.
Should I add some strength & flex to my day or on my rest from run day? Do I want to continue my early morning run routine or go later when it’s warmer? Maybe for you it’s, “Should I run earlier now that the evenings get dark so quickly? Should I be changing my route? We all have different schedules, preferences & body clocks. Having tried different times over the years, for me personally rolling out of bed at dawn into my trainers & out the door after a quick warm up is always best. If I take too long to think about it I don’t do it. You have to do whatever it takes to keep you going on your C25K journey. Some of you are so close to finishing & nothing will stop you now, but for those in the early weeks don’t let the clock & weather changes stop you! Plan to succeed!
Here’s a classic quote about planning to succeed:
“Failing to plan is planning to fail.”
— Benjamin Franklin
Or another option:
“A goal without a plan is just a wish.”
— Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Both remind us that a clear running plan is essential for success, transforming our hopes of running into actionable steps.
🧤 Something else to think about is dressing for success as mentioned by Oldfloss last week.
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Knowing you have the right equipment can help you step out the door. My favourite is a warm woollen slouched hat knitted for me in fabulous cerise pink & purple, by a fab friend. I traditionally put it on after the clock change.
💡 Remember Why You Started: On the toughest days, remind yourself of why you run – is it for fitness, for mental clarity, or for the sheer joy of it. When I lose my mojo a little thinking back, always helps me to keep pushing forward.
Someone once said
“Running in the cold is like running twice—once for your body, and once for your mind.”
Winter runs sharpen both our physical and mental toughness
There’s no doubt about it, facing darker days is tough, but embracing the challenge will make us stronger runners. Please pop in & share any tips you have with those lingering at the fireside or just say Hi…we love hearing from you our intrepid Couch 25K runners!! Have a good week and get the run done ✅
Keep warm until next week 🔥
