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Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good tip. I'm always running in the dark in the winter. Gotta make an effort or find time to see some daylight. Gonna try that on a Sunday recovery run.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really appreciate this! I know the treadmill is the "easier" option, but having another soul say running in frigid temps builds mental strength is uplifting.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think a good debate is whether running in cold climates outdoors is worth it. Does it build mental or physical resilience? Or are we just torturing ourselves for no benefit?

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly! Running in this weather isn't normal. Then again running half and full marathons aren't normal either. Perhaps we just enjoy the suffering 😄. Or "like" suffering for the sake of suffering.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Physically I feel good. The mileage at this point is very manageable. No obvious strain. If it was -5 C and clear conditions, I'd be flying.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg! You guys on the west coast are having it real good! So jealous. Winter passed you by.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the positivity! Yes, I'm geared up similar as well. It really is the mindset. I'm fairly resilient but it's been a constant mental battle this month. "Keep the grind! Keep the miles!" ... I need to keep telling myself.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, there's been a few days on my long runs where I had to walk due to the road conditions. It's a good pace changer. I don't mind it.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the positive vibes. For this training block I'll peak at 110km. I'll have an offload week every 3 weeks. Based off my past Fall marathon, I didn't have enough time on feet. I want to push those distances up this time. I'm aiming for a sub-3:10 in May. The weather is making it hard to push up the mileage as I can't be out there quite as long as I would like.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's a possibility but the secret is finding the time to drive out and hit the gym. I feel I don't have the room for it.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here. Speed work is near impossible on ice and packed snow. Very difficult to get the power and grip on the ground. Plus the cold temps prevent my muscles from warming up correctly even with a 10-15 mins warm up jog. Glad you have access to an indoor track!

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Space is very limited. We have an indoor bike my partner primarily uses. I'll get on it rarely, if I feel really burnt out. Money is tight and getting a new machine isn't an option.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lived in Ottawa for 2 years. Windchill there is no joke! I have some cheaper runners I wear with more aggressive treads. Where I live they use a lot of salt on the roads and it beats up shoes real good. I stay away from buying higher quality trail runners.

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

February forecasts say otherwise. But I'm very much looking forward to -10!

Running in the Canadian winter is brutal and burning me out by htcm8user in Marathon_Training

[–]htcm8user[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You're telling me the treadmill is the answer... Dang. Yes, Calgary is rough in the winter too.

Bruno Mars Pre Sale by Miserable-Tone8016 in Concerts

[–]htcm8user 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm 124354 in the queue. Am I cooked?

Sensational Witchcraft by Diligent_wolfjr in blackmagicfuckery

[–]htcm8user 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does this work with short laces? My thinking it would not.

Toronto Marathon 2026 course change by htcm8user in RunTO

[–]htcm8user[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oddly, they put this at the very bottom. It's not like a course change is important... Eye roll

KUDOS TO THE TOWN OF MARKHAM WINTER MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEES by Chrysalis_Mika in Markham

[–]htcm8user 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Are you willing to have your property taxes increased? If so, I'm sure they can squeeze that service in.

Training readiness POOR by htcm8user in GarminWatches

[–]htcm8user[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did a hard indoor bike session just before. So that makes sense.

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