Winter Run cHat 2

Anything is better than nothing.

That’s what I keep reminding myself this winter. Last week I mentioned this is my first winter since 2020 even trying to run. I took my winter running gear out of the back of the closet and have been trying to get out at least twice a week.

Lowering the bar, or my expectations, has helped me get out there when I don’t feel like it on these cold days.

Even 20 minutes is more than I was doing a year ago, I think. And I get out the door.

I’m not training for anything in particular, rather just being ready to turn up the dial when better weather and more running opportunities arrive. Summer 2024 was my running revitalization and I want to carry the stoke into 2025 too, and that means taking my time building the base.

On a recent 30 minute neighborhood run, I could imagine the routine easily turning into a 60 minute run.

I’m keeping the urge to do more in check and getting out there when I can, knowing that anything now will help turn up the dial when the time is right.

Justin Miner

@justinminergain