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When is it to cold to go for a run?

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Thirtyrock39 · 26/02/2018 14:35

I've decided it is today- more because I would have to walk the last bit (pick kids up from school towards the end of run) and can't carry extra layers to put on ....is there an official rule with it? I know the last snowy week I couldn't go cos of icy paths but wondering if there is a temperature it's advised to not run outside at?

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ohfortuna · 02/03/2018 01:10

Borris wasn't put off:o
www.dailymotion.com/video/x6fgbiz

Freshprincess · 01/03/2018 19:46

I don't run when it's icy, I had a knee injury a few years ago after tripping and falling so I'm cautious about doing the same thing.

Cold doesn't usually stop me but I'm drawing the line at below freezing and 20 mph wind. Looks like the temperature might just creep up to 0/1c tomorrow afternoon so I might layer up and try a quick 5 mile.

minipie · 01/03/2018 19:43

I saw someone out for a run in the snow today. She was running on the road (alongside the traffic) because the pavement was icy.

That was bloody stupid taking dedication to running a little too far.

AuntieStella · 01/03/2018 19:40

I won't run on ice or slipperly such, but will run in very low temperatures on reasonable surfaces. I was out today (with windchill -7) and have run in colder.

Don't go too far from civilisation and make sure someone knows where you're going. If you do slip and trip, you will get unpleasantly cold quite quickly (possibly even dangerously cold in weeks such as this)

when it's snowy, I run in trail shoes - does anyone else?

SlothMama · 01/03/2018 19:30

Whenever I visit my family in Northern Sweden there's always lots of runners out in below -20c! I went out yesterday morning, I was a bit cold my leggings and long sleeve running zip up wasn't quite cutting it!

FleagleBingoDrooperSnork · 01/03/2018 17:58

I’ve just returned from working in a Nordic country where day time temperatures were minus 21. They all carried on running, cycling, pushing prams and swimming (outdoors!!!). I was amazed but realised that’s normal life out there. So carry on running!

extinctspecies · 01/03/2018 17:56

My running club cancelled tonight's run due to the weather - very windy & cold and snowing, but not that much on the ground.

lljkk · 01/03/2018 17:53

9 miles is great!! I wish I had got out more but have been out 1-5 hrs each day so not doing bad. Will try to go to work tomorrow which means 45 minute run, too.

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Thirtyrock39 · 01/03/2018 17:35

I will definitely take something to cover my mouth For my run tomorrow as have read something about breathing in the cold air isn't great but I'll be back out running (slow jogging) tomorrow !

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ohfortuna · 01/03/2018 17:12

I made it out for a run, 9 miles
bit tough when running into the wind but overall I enjoyed it :o

lljkk · 01/03/2018 17:05

Knobby tyres mean great cycling to be had out there! Look for the Cycling UK pictures (Facebook & twitter).

Not good cycling in slicks, fair enough.

ohfortuna · 01/03/2018 10:08

I would like to swim but that involves cycling to the pool and I really don't fancy biking in this weather 🤤

ohfortuna · 01/03/2018 10:06

Absolutely lljkk
I never ever run without my wraparound shades 😎
Getting the rain and wind in your eyes is Horrid 🤤and of course you gotta protect those peepers from the sun when it comes out🌞
I remain undecided about today's run.....🤔
Who else is going out today 😄

lljkk · 01/03/2018 09:35

I (again) highly recommend sunglasses. To deal with the blowing drifts. Make sure you can cover all skin if required.

hohum, after 2 days of running on snow+frozen I'm swimming today. Run again tomorrow. :)

ohfortuna · 01/03/2018 01:59

If I go running tomorrow I'll be taking a balaclava, a jacket and possibly shorts over my tights.

If it's icy I'll play safe and do an indoor cardio session in the gym instead

tortelliniforever · 28/02/2018 18:20

tortellini, let me guess, its too hot between May and September????
Grin

SandLand · 28/02/2018 18:14

tortellini, let me guess, its too hot between May and September????

Glad you had a good run, Thirty. You going again thus week?

tortelliniforever · 28/02/2018 17:26

Between September and May.

lljkk · 28/02/2018 17:25

My run today was great, about 4.5 miles. The snow is so dry it didn't get my feet wet. Only one even slightly slippy stretch. I wore sunglasses & a fleece neckbuff so could cover all skin when the wind whipped up & keep my eyes open; but there were fogging problems with the glasses! I ended up uncovering my chin to deal with that.

Much noticed it was colder than I am used to. Wore a hat the whole way which is not my usual.

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Thirtyrock39 · 28/02/2018 15:35

Well had one little tumble but managed 6k was very slow but actually quite enjoyed it and avoiding the ice made it quite an enjoyable obstacle course
Def easier than running in driving rain

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Bythepath · 28/02/2018 13:59

I don't run in the very cold. I have done a few times and breathing in the freezing air has really hurt my chest. I am however prone to chest infections. It is sad as I am looking at the glorious snow covered hills (I only trail run) but not worth it for me.

gussyfinknottle · 28/02/2018 13:56

I don't mind running in rain (good job, where I live) but won't run in dark or in icy conditions.

BrassicaBabe · 28/02/2018 13:46

I'm new to running. I've not broken my "3x per week" since I started C25K 1st Dec. Including Xmas week! We've got standing snow here. Lots of it. And I run on rural roads. So I've not missed Monday and Wednesday Sad

lljkk · 28/02/2018 11:06

I am pondering what route to run... I dont' worry about ice but don't want soaking wet feet, either!

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Thirtyrock39 · 28/02/2018 09:17

Right i made the mistake of skiving my run on Monday when it was cold and now there's snow and I have to run today and so I'm going to go for a very slow 5k trying to avoid the icy paths

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