Late Night Run: 7 Reasons

 

Are you a late night run or sprint fan?

Of course, you should take caution since motor vehicles and bicyclists may not see you well. You also need to make sure your route is safe from extra-curricular activity that warrants police sirens. Other than these alerts...have at it!

I use run to stand for long run or slower paced runs. Sprint is used for short or long sprints and accelerations.

1) Run/sprint like you are on camera. Perhaps you are on camera - they mount everywhere. So you are being watched. Good. Run fast and strong, for it will catch on. Change the movement game!

2) Run/sprint to sweat. Sweat feels good. I have written about it in previous posts, but when someone says they do not want to sweat during a workout...I find that strategy strange. You may not sweat in every workout, but don't deny perspiration. I say this information as I am currently reading a book called The Joy of Sweat.

3) Run/sprint to feel good about the evening. To feel good is the number one reason to run/sprint, right? Plenty of reasons meet your physical needs in this case. But, a nice evening run helps you cope with the day you endured and the rest of the evening ahead. 

4) Run/sprint like you are racing someone or something. Do you compete when you run? I do, especially if someone else is outdoors. However, on a night such as this one, I was the only one outdoors. So, I competed in my head: 3 sets of 4 reps of hill accelerations. I won! Lol.

5) Run/sprint for fun. No one needs to grade you. You just go run. Run and talk to yourself. Whoo! Yea, say that. Let out some vocal oxygen.

6) Run/sprint because you want to sleep better. Activity calls for relaxation. Sync your circadian rhythm. Strive for REM sleep. Then, repeat for more sleep, the night's recovery gold medal!

7) Run/sprint for family. Even if they have their heads in electronics or are engaged in house play, make it known that you are out for a run or sprint. I am going out for a sprint! One of your family members will be inspired by you if you continue your good habit.

Much success to you!

Derek | @teemptraining derekteempt@gmail.com