dark enjoyable void - Beginners

flanders

05/11/2002 at 18:54

hi folks,
is it just me or do other people prefer running in the dark?

I seem to concetrate better and drift away into my own world

but it was warm tonight, different story when its raining!

ned

Weep Iglet

05/11/2002 at 18:59

Me too. I saw the title of your posting and knew exactly what you meant :) It's not that I dislike running in daylight, but there's a certain intimacy about running alone in the dark that I enjoy from time to time.

flanders

05/11/2002 at 22:18

hey piglet, think we might have to get used to it cus them nights are shortnin'

hope it ain't too cold this winter

oink

Pauline

05/11/2002 at 22:19

I agree. I enjoy the feeling of solitude and feeling invisible. I have worked hard at not feeling self conscious, being slightly overweight and unable to find a sports bra which prevents bounce, bounce bounce - but in the dark don't have to make any effort. However, just to be awkward, after a week of running in the dark after work, I do enjoy getting out in daylight on a Sunday morning!

ultra meerkat

06/11/2002 at 09:44

Can I join the dark club too? So far I love running in the dark (and the rain too), and it's great running past people in cars stuck in a traffic jam. Although it was a bit scarey last night with fireworks exploding all over the place...

mercury

06/11/2002 at 10:56

I must say I enjoy it in the dark too !
The end seems to come quicker because I can't run in my glasses and therefore cannot see the finish line !Brilliant. It is a bit sliipy though with all these dead leaves etc on the paths

BeerBellyBlues

06/11/2002 at 11:31

Flanders...DOH
Who let you in here!

I know what you mean about running in the dark though...If ive gone through one of those 6 month running sabaticals that I seem to take rather regurlarly I have to wait until its dark on an evening before starting again.
In the dark nobody can see you wobble.
Hoping its very dark tonight as I'm venturing onto a track for the first time...I want to run with a sign that says 'I know I'm slow but....honest i'm just a fun runner'

MrsP

06/11/2002 at 12:53

I have to agree about running in the dark nights - it is different. I even find that I'll go out more happily in the rain in the dark than I will when it's light.
I have a theory that the endorphin release we all get ehrn we're running off sets the depression that you can get because of the dark nights and short days.
Interesting

moo moo

06/11/2002 at 13:26

I also agree about running in the dark, I find it a lot more comfortable than when it is lights (ie you can make silly faces when your trying hard and no-one can see!)Also for the last few years when the clocks have changed I find I get really down and abit depressed. Its dark when I get up dark when I get home due to travelling to and from work but this year I have been running and I feel great apparently my doc mentioned SAD which I was really skeptical at but it DOES affect a lot of people. In Sweden it is a recognised illness as they have so much hours of darkness in winter.

The darker and cooler nights are a favourite with me for running.

Minnie the Minx

06/11/2002 at 14:31

I always find I can run faster in the dark. Or it feels that way...

mucky running

06/11/2002 at 16:31

Not tried this one yet - but just sitting here looking at a beautiful red sky as the sun goes down, and feeling very inspired - I'll be out there in an hour. Tell you what I think tomorrow!

ClaireC

06/11/2002 at 16:36

sorry to sound really boring but what about from a safety point of view? That has always stopped me from venturing out too late..

moo moo

06/11/2002 at 16:40

Point taken I always run in well lit street/areas NEVER anywhere I think is dodgy. I do a run along a cycle trail but only when it is light ie in the morning/afternoon on weekend.

I thought the dark nights were going to be a problem safety wise but so far I have been fine running around areas I know well. I won't go out after 8pm either, I try and go out after i get in from work.

Re another safety issue running in the dark means you need to be seen and i have nearly bumped into people cos they can't see me hence running gear with reflective materials wisely needed!!!!

MrsP

07/11/2002 at 08:59

Dear all,
I have recently bought some reflective strips from the local bike shop and I put these on wrists and ankles when I go out. Like the rest of you I only go where there is street lighting as I'm afraid I trip over anything as much as anything else. Mind you I had a great run last night at dusk and that was nice too.
This running thing really gets you out at some lovely times of day ... dawn...dusk you name it!

mercury

07/11/2002 at 12:12

On the subject of reflective clothing I'd just like to say I nearly ran over 2 people last night who were on a country road walking their dog. I only saw them when they were about 10 metres away and thats only because the dogs eyes reflected my car headlights. The were nearly invisible

MrsP

07/11/2002 at 12:31

Can anyone tell me how you put a picture next to your posting. I am a bit behind with these computer thinggies!

mucky running

07/11/2002 at 13:57

Made it out for my first'after dark' run last night and it was great! I loved the feeling of being almost invisible so to speak and I am sure I ran faster - must be the scare factor as it's a bit creepy after dark!The only problem was wet leaves and how to avoid them but it's minor. Happy running - off again to night.

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