I saw this list of questions over on Abby’s blog and thought it’d be fun to participate so here are a few of my running q&a answers! Note there are a couple affiliate links in this post – that just means that if you use my link to make an Amazon purchase, I will get a small referral fee that then goes back into the blog.
- Running location: trail / road / indoors? Road and trails. I’ve been getting more into running on trails and I’m loving it. My recent North Face Endurance Challenge Marathon Relay was on a trail and it was awesome. I’m looking to incorporate more trail running into my training this summer!
- Time of day to run: morning / afternoon / evening? Morning, in general. Sometimes I ran in the afternoons during particularly cold days during this past winter, but I generally like to get my workouts out of the way early!
- Weather: sunshine / mild / cold / hot? Sunny and 45-50 degrees is my sweet spot. Low wind (a light breeze) is the icing on the cake!
- Fuel: before / during / after? For runs shorter than six miles, I generally don’t use any fuel. For longer runs, I eat a variety of things – apple slices, honey stinger waffles, shot bloks on occasion. I’ll be messing around with this during my marathon training this summer. I really liked eating apple slices during runs last year so hopefully that will continue to work for me.
- Gear and accessories? Duh. My new Garmin Forerunner 220! If you haven’t read my review on my new Garmin, you can find that here. I really do love it. I don’t run with music anymore so no headphones or anything but I do usually like to have my phone for safety reasons. That’s about it!
- Reward: If at all possible, a nap. That’s the best reward in my opinion!
- Type of run? I always dread speed work, so anything but that! π
This was fun – thanks for the inspiration Abby!
Tell me some of your running favorites?
Love the new watch! I like running in the 50’s too, morning runs are great because you feel so accomplished when they’re done and you feel good the rest of the day!
Janelle @ Run with no regrets recently posted…Gone for a Run Virtual 10K Race Recap
AGREED 100% percent. BTW, let me know the next time you’re in the area and we’ll get a run in!
I love early morning runs! There’s nothing better than seeing the sun come up.
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home recently posted…Bringing my own sunshine
agreed, wholeheartedly! i hate the waking up part. but love the getting the run done early part π
I love the nap reward! That and any excuse to “carbo load.”
Heidi recently posted…Fashion Revolution: 2 Years after Rana Plaza
Hahaha, truth!
I’m all about a nap, Courtney!! π
Tara @ Running ‘N’ Reading recently posted…Weekend Update
Naps are the best!
I wish I liked trail running as I am sure it would be easier on my body. I’ve hurt my ankle too many times on branches and rocks. Now I am too nervous to do it!
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner recently posted…Pickled Veggies-Meatless Monday
Hmmm, maybe you need better trail shoes?
I wish I could do morning runs, but my work schedule just doesn’t allow for that. Because I’m so used to running in the afternoon and evening, I usually stick to that timeframe on the weekends as well.
Kathryn @ Dancing to Running recently posted…Weekly Training Log β Week of April 20th
I love running in the morning. In the summers I start all my runs before the sun rises to avoid the most awful heat and it’s tough to wake up so early (usually by 5 at the latest) but worth it!
I’ll run in the mornings on the weekends but I go to the gym after work during the week. I like getting to work early and being able to leave earlier in the afternoon means I can workout before the rush hour crowd.
Lesley recently posted…Monday Musings 4/27
oh yeah, that makes sense! i work from home so i have no commute π
I am right there with you on the weather, perfect for running π I do love running in the morning before starting my day, I just feel so awesome afterwards and refreshed!
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I love that so many runners are getting into trail running. I really love it!! btw, signed up for May 17 River Bend π
Mar @ Mar on the Run recently posted…Countdown to Pittsburgh: Final Training Week
I am not a runner but I believe in rewarding yourself with naps!!
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I want to be a morning runner, teach me your ways!! And yum waffles – you know how to fuel!!
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I also love trail runs. The North Face event looked awesome. Maybe next year. Also, happy to read your 220 review. I got a 10 in December and like it so far, but it sure takes forever to find my location!
Elizabeth recently posted…Running Favorites
omg that was the worst! i hated waiting forever. sometimes it was fine and other times it was awful.
love that watch. I agree with everyone morning runs are great I feel ready to tackle the day when I run in the morning.
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I am an evening runner, I like running in the morning but due to work I can’t. (I start working at 4:30am, with an hour commute). For me I love the 40’s, everything just feels so good at that temp.
Staci @ Hoosier Running Mom recently posted…Coming back and why I disappeared
whoa. that is crazy early! what time do you go to bed?
A nap IS A GREAT reward! I agree! Haha
Coach Henness recently posted…Mocha Coconut FrappeΜ
naps are AH-MAZ-ING!
Believe it or not I LOVE speed work. I always feel like such a badass when I’m done, like I really accomplished something!
Oh I love how I feel when I’m done… π
I’m with you on the best time of day for running and the temperature sweet spot. That 45-50 degree range is perfecto!
Marcia recently posted…Wait What Just Happened? My First Tri
Oh, isn’t it just perfect??
I’m definitely not a morning runner, but I love running in the 50s, especially for races. It’s the perfect temperature.
Ange @ Cowgirl Runs recently posted…Motivate Me Monday: 4/27
It really is the perfect temp! π
Yes, post long run naps are the best!!!
Abby @ BackAtSquareZero recently posted…Running Favorites – Q & A
THE.BEST.EVER.
I LOVE your answer to the reward answer! Why didn’t I think of that?
Debbie @ Deb Runs recently posted…I Should Know Better…
You know my reward…food!! I do want to be better about making better post run food decisions though π
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I agree that naps are the best reward, however, I do try to at least keep moving for a little bit after my run so I am not as sore later!
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I love speedwork at the high school track and the long run.
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i also love the long run!
I generally like to get my workouts in the morning as well. Loving that Garmin.
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it’s the best thing i did (upgrading, that is!) π
I love speedwork!! I am going to check out your garmin review as I am in the market for a new watch.
Toni @runninglovingliving recently posted…When a run feels amazing
Oh it’s soo wonderful! Highly recommend it!
Favorite running distance is DEFINITELY the half marathon. I <3 the distance. It's just long enough to not feel like you're dying, but not too long to make me feel SO sore, like I did after the marathon.
Favorite running gel is Hammer Gels. π
Favorite running weather is definitely either a bit drizzly or about 40-50 degrees with a light breeze and sun!
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i love the marathon but aside from that i love 10 milers!
I like speed workout better than I like hill repeats! π
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that’s a toss up for me!
I’m not a big runner but if I had to run, it would be in the morning and my reward would be a nap, or a slice of chocolate cake…or both haha
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a nap as a reward IS the best reward! I totally agree. After a long run or a race all I want to do is nap. I have no appetite…I wish I could enjoy those post-race parties with food and beers but I would rather be napping π
Patty @ Reach Your Peak recently posted…7 Costco Shopping Secrets I Didn’t Know About
my favorite is food, then nap π
I LOVE honey stinger waffles! I used to eat them ALL the time! I bought them in bulk and ate them before every run (and whenever I needed a snack)
Carmy recently posted…RACE REPORT: TYS10K, Toronto
They are super tasty – I like them with peanut butter too!
I just love a good nap post hard run! I love trails too! I would love to run one of those North Face runs sometime!
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I have been doing some trail running lately. Nothing serious – but just to get out and move in the nice weather. I like any time of day as long as the weather is in my favor. π
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