- I know, the weather can be downright erratic – however my rule of thumb is, unless it’s pouring with rain, winter truly is the best season to run in, set goals and build fitness.
- Running yanks my butt out of a seated position and gets me moving.
- I warm up nicely, my breathing stabilises and I find a rhythm.
- It clears my head of pent up stress and frustration.
- I don’t need to lather on the sun screen, my complexion is protected and to an Indian that’s priceless.
- It doesn’t matter how tough the work-out is, when I’m done I feel like I’ve conquered Mount Everest.
- I get to run with passionate runners who love the sport, chat and laugh along the way, taking my mind off the distance.
- I’m fortunate to witness the most breath-taking winter sunsets in Cape Town, a pale sun sinking into an amber horizon, saying farewell to the day with a promise to return.
- I can hop into a hot shower; wash all the tiredness away, feeling refreshed and satisfied with myself.
- Oh and that biscuit or block of chocolate I crave – I can savour it and not feel a shred of guilt 🙂
Winter running makes me feel like such a badass. Only the hard core run when your ears are freezing. Of course, that’s NYC, your situation seems a bit different…
Yes very different, we rarely experience below freezing temperatures here in Cape Town, South Africa. Our winter stretches over a seven month period until summer warms our shores. It is the perfect time to pack in the training. Best of luck with your running 🙂
Wow! after all that good news you tempt me (almost) to take up running myself!! I tried it years ago in Pretoria and nearly dropped dead – not for me …
I consider running to be much like writing Alison. It’s a passion that needs to be fostered and nurtured. Believe you me, there are times when I have no desire to run, but I force myself to do it and every time I do, I feel great. I’m always left astounded by my body’s ability to break through the doubts in my mind and that’s why I love it so much!
I love running in the winter and the rain, which we get a lot of in the NW of the UK. Great blog.
Thanks John 🙂 Keep on running!