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Episode 1927 - Looking Forward To Winter Running

Why Winter Running is the Ultimate Mental Reset

March 06, 20261 min read

Why Winter Running is the Ultimate Mental Reset

Day 1,927. It might sound completely backwards to most people, but I am actually looking forward to the winter miles ahead. There is a specific kind of shift that happens when the temperature drops and the mornings stay dark. For many, it’s a reason to retreat indoors, but for me, it’s a necessary reset button for the mind.

During the summer, when the sun is out and the conditions are easy, it is very easy to become complacent. You don’t have to fight for the mile; it’s just there for the taking. But winter? Winter demands respect. It demands a level of discipline that summer just doesn't require. It strips away the fluff and leaves you with the raw reality of the mission.

This journey to complete 40,075km, a full lap of the world, was never meant to be a fair-weather project. A 16.5-year running streak requires showing up regardless of whether there is frost on the ground or rain in the air. I’ve realised that the harder the run, the more meaningful the mile feels.

The core of this mission is raising £1M for children’s causes. When I’m out there in the cold, it serves as a grounded reminder of why I’m doing this. These children don't get to choose their "weather" or their circumstances. If I can embrace the challenge of a freezing winter morning, it’s a small price to pay for the impact we are trying to make.

Resilience isn't built when things are comfortable. It’s built in the dark, in the cold, and in the moments when you’d rather stay in bed. I’m ready for the reset. Bring on the cold.



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