Running at 5:30 AM

 

• In case you were wondering. It's still dark at 5:20 a.m.
• I'm up anyway so why not.
• It's not likely I'm going to be able to convince many people to meet with me. Thankfully I have Chad and Jennifer.
• Reviewing the route or anything for that matter requires the trunk light.
• Glad Chad remebered the reflective vest.
• The first half of the 13+ miles was a delight.
• The sunrise was beautiful. Totally worth getting up for.
• The birds signaling the start of a new day made me smile.
• The second half of the 13+ was hot and humid. 
• By 8:30 you've run, showered and dressed. Most people are just waking up.
• Running time does not compete with kids/family time.
• According to the training plan this was supposed to be 12 miles. Chad and Jennifer stopped and waited for me to add the 1+ mile for Hotter Than Hades. Continuing was tough!

Conclusion: The benefits of running before sunrise out weigh the negatives.

Hotter Than Hades Virtual Half #3

What is the earliest you've ever started a run? How did it go? When is your favorite running/workout time?

Comments

[Jennifer]

wow, look at you! Way to go! I like to go early, but early for me is more like 6AM :)

[Laura]

I have had to go out as early as 4:30am because of the heat we have had. These are my shorter (i.e. 1 hr runs) so it is a 4:15 wake up, get dressed, eat a gel and out the door...kind of fun to be honest.

[Marisa@The Pace of my Life]

wow. you are amazing! HTH times three!!

[Sarah]

I started at 5:30am on Saturday as well. I also completed the Hotter than Hades run that day within my 15mile run~ If I have time to nap later that day I will get up early before it gets hot!

[Julia]

The earliest I have started runs is about 5:30am as well...not counting the crazy ragnar relay night legs! haha! I kinda like running in the dark though...I seem to run better not knowing where I am going or what is coming. Its pretty awesome to say you had an amazing run all before the rest of the world wakes up too ;) Awesome miles and way to get them in early!

[Lisa {smart food and fit}]

That's awesome you can wake up and run that early in the morning! I like to run on the treadmill.....I know it's very boring but I can stop anytime and not have to walk/run back! HA! You are an inspiration, keep up the great work!

[jillconyers]

Thanks Jennifer! I was shocked when my husband agreed to go.

[jillconyers]

Hi Laura. It was fun running before sunrise. I would do 4:30 but I would most likely be running by myself :)

[jillconyers]

Thanks Marisa! How is HTH going for you?

[jillconyers]

Nice job Sarah!

[jillconyers]

Thank you Julia :)

[jillconyers]

Thank you Lisa! I no longer have a gym membership but when I did I avoided the dreadmill as much as possible. But, I can see your rationale for liking it ;)

[Carly]

Wow! You rock! I'm so proud of you! Now I've got to get myself to follow suit... ;-)

[jillconyers]

Thanks Carly!

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault

[Tara Burner]

I get up naturally around 5, so usually head out the door right after that!
love running in morning
I see people running here mid-day and I don't get it!
tooooo blasted hot & humid to run in S. Fl then!
5 a.m. is ideal :)

[Linda]

I'm truly in awe of your dedicaton! I'm not a runner but I do cycle...just not that early! I miss those days when I did do long distance, now more for pleasure.

[Nikki @ The Worth Of My Sole]

Hey, you do what you gotta do to run in the cooler temps, right!?! I usually start my runs at 5:30 as well. It is so awesome and peaceful to be out there waking up with the world. LOVE it!! So glad you had a great run and completed another half! WaHOO!

[Christina]

Eek, that is early! I usually get out by 6:10 on weekdays, and the same time on weekends if it's going to be hot. I would like to run earlier just because it's a bit darker and cooler, but I'm just beginning to adjust to 6 AM runs.

[jillconyers]

Thanks Nikki!

Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault

[jillconyers]

Thank you Linda. You and I call it dedication. Others call it an obsession LOL