Thursday 25 November 2010

cold weather running-& the age old question of what to wear

1. You won’t need as much as you think you will.
[this is from an american & temps are in fahrenheit]

My rule now is shorts with short sleeve tech shirt down to 45 degrees and shorts plus long sleeve tech from 45 to 32. Anything below freezing calls for long thermals, shorts, and jacket with gloves (awesome running beanie, optional). As I mentioned earlier, I found out rather quickly that running will heat the body up relatively quickly and more often than not, you’ll regret that big puffy coat. Lower body stuff like leggings and tights aren’t as suffocating, so feel free to experiment, but err on the side of minimalist up top.

2. That awful lung burn thing after your first few cold runs? Don’t worry; it goes away.
I can't tell you how many times I tried to "become a runner" in the winter months and got discouraged because of that awful burning sensation when I breathed; there is nothing worse than only being able to inhale half a breath out of fear of popping a lung. But don’t worry; you’ll get through it. It just takes a couple of runs to get your respiratory system adept to dealing with frosty air.

3. Nine of 10 scientists agree: runners look 50 percent cooler when wearing black gloves.
OK, maybe not. But there’s no doubt about it; running in the winter is so great because it brings out so many fashion choices. First off, the aforementioned gloves. There's just something about them. You feel faster when wearing them; you feel professional. Next there is the headgear. Women have the trendy headbands and earmuffs and guys have the wintertime beanies. But, again, be your own fashionista. Try new things and mix it up a little bit. Whatever you do, though, don't be the guy running with his shirt off when it's below freezing. People aren't staring because they think you're really awesome... Trust me.

4. Hydration is still important.
Yes, you obviously need more water in the summer months when you are sweating up a storm, but don’t think that just because it is cold you don’t need to hydrate. Ice cold water might be the last thing you want when the temps are low, but just be sure not to skip the water completely. Be smart and be healthy. Bonus: If you get snow where you are, you have all the water you need; just stop and eat some of the white stuff and go on your way.

Other than that, just get out there and do it. You’re going to be faster, and you’re going to learn to love it. It might be tough at first, but I guarantee people will envy your willpower when they see you braving the brutal conditions as they pass in their van with the heater at full blast. Anyone can run in the spring, summer, and fall; it takes a true champ to face mother nature in the dead of winter.


from active.com

christmas meal choices

Hi All Festive Funsters,
Please send me your choices for Xmas meal starter, main course and pudding by next Wednesday. Click the link to see the menu
http://www.aroomin.co.uk/leith/xmasmenu-lite.html
If you're bringing your own drink (£3 charge) you may want to drop it off (pop your name on it) beforehand if you want it chilled. They say "Wine deliveries should be made no earlier than the day before your booking, ideally before 12 noon the same day." The meal is booked in my name.
Run strong friends,
Thanks
Brendan
fastbeefy@yahoo.co.uk cut & paste..

christmas parkrun news

great news-if the weather is good, then parkrun will run on both christmas day & new years day, at the normal time.
fiona & brendan

Sunday 21 November 2010

SICK KIDS silent auction alert.many amazing lots.end next saturday

http://www.silentauction2010.blogspot.com/

check out this blogspot for some amazing things,all in aid of charity!

remember cut & paste into browser bar.

Monday 15 November 2010

FW: Christmas Shopping Spectacular





Hi Everyone,

Marie Curie are holding a Christmas Shopping Evening on the 1st December at the Apex International Hotel in the Grassmarket from 7-10pm. Tickets are £4 but include a free cocktail. If you'd like a ticket/tickets just let me know and I'll get one to you. With 20% of money spent going to Marie Curie, it's a great opportunity to get all your christmas shopping in one night (well that's my plan anyway).

Cheers

Alex

i can't manage to paste the poster onto here but theres loads of great stalls.-ask alex on a saturday for more details.





Monday 8 November 2010

challenge scotland santa run in inverleith park sunday 5th december

Edinburgh Christmas Run 2010

what better way to check you survived the christmas night out?

The Challenge Scotland Edinburgh Christmas 5k Run takes place on Sunday 5th December 2010 Starting and Finishing in Inverleith Park

The start time for the 5k Run is at 09.30am: If you fancy a run instead of a walk then come along for this 5k fun run and if you feel really energetic do the run followed by the walk .
Use the run to raise money for your favourite charity or just run for fun.

new time for intermediate class

the saturday intermediates now starts at 9.15
pass it on,
fiona

Monday 1 November 2010

1 space has become available for the christmas night out

if you are free on 4th december, there's a space for you at 'a room in leith' .
contact fiona or brendan .