Week 7 Run

[LmNee]

Well, having not run for2 weeks while on holiday I decided to repeat W7 run rather than go straight to W8. It felt a bit tough, but I think mostly because I went a bit fast! So W8 starting tonight (after a day's rest yesterday)... the finish line is in sight...

Also, looking at the weather cooling in the next few weeks, what tips are there for running in winter / wet weather (what do you wear etc...!)

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Well done.

After a break it is easy to get pacing wrong.

Some of my PBs came after a break of a couple of weeks.

This FAQ Post about cold weather running may help healthunlocked.com/couchto5...

[MissUnderstanding Administrator Graduate]

Well done! Going a bit fast has happened to us all. It’s good to recognise it and take action next time.

I did my c25k in January so rain is my happy place over hot weather. I tend to just accept that I’ll be wet and go for it. Once you’re wet, you can’t get any wetter! I don’t like wearing a waterproof because I get too hot and sticky. I tend not to wear anything particularly different from normal. I’ve recently bought a cap to try and keep my glasses a bit drier so I can see where I’m going! A couple of routes get very boggy or flooded. I avoid those areas and stick to the roads. Getting trainers dry is a pain.

If it’s cold, the biggest problem I found was being overdressed. It’s hard to know how warm you’ll be when you get going. I try to be brave now and assume I’ll warm up! I’ll often start a run in a light jacket with pockets, gloves and a hat and take things off as necessary. It’s often darker in winter so think about lots of reflective kit and a head torch (the best thing ever!).

Happy running!

[Liono Graduate]

I started C25K in Jan and found I was comfortable in full length leggings, a vest, light long-sleeved top and then a lightweight jacket. I did need lightweight gloves and a buff though. But that was for the shorter distances earlier in the programme, I suspect that for longer distances I would get warmer and need less clothing. I find it best to be a little too chilly when starting out and doing the warm-up walk, which then usually means you are comfortable when you're running.