More Running in the Snow

Today I continued the running to and from work (2.6M / 4.2km) in the snow with a ruck sack on. It took me 34 minutes in the morning but I was stopping to take some photos along the way (see below) and only 27 minutes on the way back in the evening in the dark thanks to Lars, this is a new Snow PB.

The temperature was a barmy 0c (32F) with no noticeable wind so was not as cold as recently. However as people had started to move around more and grit and clear some entrances the snow had become more slushy in places and made it more slippery, so extra caution was used at any junctions and driveways.

Snow covered playing field with distant trees.




A snow covered hill in a park.




A Snow covered Treeline.




A snow scene.




Snow shoe cam.






Lars the Light Lego man. This was an ideal torch as I could fit in my hand while running and press the button and direct it while running. The route I picked had lots of street lights and plenty of cars so I did not need a torch in continuous use so this was ideal..

Run to and from work in the Snow

Today I ran to and from work in the snow and sub freezing temperatures. It was only 2.6 miles (4.2 km) but it was the first time I had run or done any exercise in the last two weeks. Each way took me about 32 minutes but on the way back I was stopping to take some photos (see below). It was also a good stability and strength exercise for my ankles due to the uneven surfaces and also my concentration, as I did not want to slip over.

I do not know if it was the lack of exercise or the conditions but my legs muscles felt fatigued more than normal but I was carrying a bit extra weight since my last run plus my ruck sack.

Due to the cold temperatures (-3c) and wind chill (-9c) I had a number of layers on below is what I had on, I was nice and warm.

5 tops (one was a waterproof and another was a reflective top)
3 pairs of socks (two knee length with one being referee socks)
2 pairs of full length leggings
2 buff scarfs
2 pairs of gloves
1 hat
1 pair of astroturf trainers (no breathable mesh on them)


There was even snow in Trinidad and Tobago, well this is as close that will happen.





Looking back at the sun setting.




Where did the path go?




Snow covered tree with clear sky.




View looking back with the sun almost set.




With all the snow and ice the local Tesco Express and Chip Shop (also Chinese take away) are open :-) I only stopped to take the photo.




A snow bank.



and finally Mr Plow.