The Extra Mile! Running Fun in December: What Kind of Challenges Could I Do?

In this episode of The Extra Mile, host Jenny Falconer navigates the challenges of maintaining an active lifestyle during the festive month of December. She emphasizes the struggle with shorter daylight hours, colder weather, and the abundance of holiday treats. Despite these obstacles, Jenny inspires listeners to find joy in running and set personal challenges for themselves throughout the month.

Jenny suggests the idea of a running streak, where participants aim to run every day leading up to Christmas, even if it’s just a mile. She highlights the benefits of accountability and consistency this brings. Additionally, she introduces the concept of an Advent challenge, where runners can join organized activities that reveal new routes or distances each day until Christmas. Jenny encourages creativity by suggesting listeners create their own festive running events, like completing 25 runs in 25 days.

Supporting a charitable cause during December through running is another way she suggests to keep motivated. She proposes signing up for virtual 5Ks or fun festive runs, which can add purpose to the miles. Furthermore, organizing group runs to view Christmas lights is a fun way to enhance the running experience and create lasting traditions.

As the podcast wraps up, Jenny emphasizes the importance of recognizing the effort put into running, even when the runs are small, and encourages listeners to treat themselves for reaching mini-goals. She closes with a reminder to embrace the festive season and make December memorable through joyous running challenges.