10 Types of January Runner

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↓↓ Do any of these runners sound like you? Let us know in the comments! ↓↓

[@lfheide6415]

Guilty! But i'm all about the stats at every month 🤪. I always go on a run on the first january, and this year i decided to look out for a challence, so guilty again. I'm doing the 1Mile a Day Challenge for January. Just playing around a bit, before starting a new Training-Plan 😊

[@stephenqueen6946]

Some variants for us down under: the "Australian": -I'm finally in charge of getting up at 4am for a run because if I leave any later than 7 it'll be 30+ outside -I forgot to go out early but I need to get one in before ten so I left and it's 37 degrees outside and I regret everything (that was me today: it's not meant to go below 30 until... 10pm tonight). - In both cases, there is sunscreen everywhere and you are packed with lots of water! Definitely looking forward to winter!

[@robertshunk6657]

I am a “No Bad Weather” runner (so Normal #9?) Went out this morning for a predawn 6 mile run on snow covered streets at 10F (-12C) and managed to get my first Ice Beard of the winter!

[@williambunter3311]

Hilarious! Especially talking to your new watch saying 'I'm going for a run now'! This channel has always given me a wheelbarrow-full of belly laughs! Love it!

[@runningchannel]

Great to hear, William! We're glad someone finds us funny... 😂😂

[@paulwebb2522]

I am the "make a point not to wear anything new in January" so as not to look like a New Year resolution runner.

[@runningchannel]

😂😂

[@rjsouthworth5246]

The new running watch I got for Christmas is definitely turning me into a #2.

[@runningchannel]

😂😂

[@LeahJ_stiches]

Yesterday I saw someone heading out for their run. Waist down ready for summer in shorts and no show socks, waist up ready for winter. Made me smile. For reference it was about 25F out. Brrrr!

[@runningchannel]

🥶🥶🥶 Cold!

[@Fullyautomagic]

That’s me. Always shorts. Winter shirt. Summer no shirt.

[@paulwebb2522]

Might have been me!

[@JasonFarrell]

Exposed leg meat doesn't matter much. It's more important to keep the core warm, and the fingers+face protected from frostbite.

[@matildami5943]

I’m a bit of a Winter Safety runner combined with Overdressed. Spiked running shoes and neon pink reflective gear are a must, and I never seem to learn that running really warms you up so I always have too many layers on!

[@irisjacobs6230]

I'm a overdressed runner too. I literally tell myself "Remember dress for current temp + 20 degrees" then I proceed to put on too many layers .LOL!!

[@masclem]

Not Ready for Summer, But Still in Summer Am still running in shorts (+long sleeves). Love it! Besides that, just a ‘normal’ runner ☺️

[@paulstirk4964]

Me too. Shorts all year round.

[@shawnsilva-cosgrove8225]

Definitly a normal runner and I love seeing so many out there in the beginning of January and then as the winter gets colder and the month changes the runners start to disappear but there I am just like any other day Feb through Dec. Have a great year full of PBs and great events everyone.

[@lisadobbelaere4661]

I’m definitely #8!! Gotta watch out for that ice!😉 (This runner may also have a love/hate relationship with the treadmill as it’s often the only way to get a run in during January!)

[@screwymatt]

Im the #3 runner. I’ve opened my big mouth and told my friends about my marathon and mountain run goals for the year. At least this means I’ll get a lot of miles in this year haha

[@scarlettwoodbridge711]

I am definitely number 9 you can't beat shorts and a t-shirt

[@Fullyautomagic]

Until summer no shirt

[@ivylovesrunning]

I am an indoor winter runner now. I finally get a handheld massage roller for Christmas. Yay! 😂

[@matthewquartermain8291]

I'm mr stats but only for pacing. Also, got my second ever parkrun win at Didcot in 18:17 today!

[@Stuart-Taylor]

Fantastic Sarah "I want to go for a run" 😂

[@fatrunner]

You forgot "no gear and no idea". My first ever run was in a cotton Tshirt, cargo shorts and crappy old trainers i found in my wardrobe. Needless to say there was chafing and lots of visible sweat patches. Also there is the opposite of winter safety runner, the "invisible runner" who runs in the dark wearing all black with no lights or reflective gear!

[@KatieM786]

Wasn't this the first type of runner they listed in the video though?

[@fatrunner]

@@KatieM786 no that was all the gear but no idea.

[@KatieM786]

@@fatrunner Ah yes 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@MiguelGuila]

I was wearing a cotton t-shirt, basketball shorts and basketball shoes when I first started. My pace immediately improved when I bought my first ever pair of running shoes.

[@vinay4886]

Fantastic! 😂😂 You forgot to mention ‘the reluctant runner’ (me)! Runs during the winter months out of a feeling of guilt but nowhere close to pushing himself to run faster/longer… Basically just waiting for summer to do all the serious exercising 😁

[@HasanibnSabah]

100% guilty

[@runningchannel]

We've all been there! 😅🏃‍♀️

[@Melissa-jd6zs]

Me too!

[@ollie1317]

If i had announced my intentions last year rather than sneaking out in secret, i think anyone that knew me would have said the one run wonder! But i had a sudden wake up call a few days before that made me realise how unfit i was which made me pretty determined to keep going. Ended the year having done over 200 runs and over 750 miles and more than 2.5 stone lighter.

[@Kelly_Ben]

I'm definitely the winter safety runner. Ice scares the crap out of me, and I bring a vest with safety gear year round on the trails. 😆 I really wish I lived in an area with park runs, they sound like such a great addition for the community. I'll just have to join a run club to get a little camaraderie and competition.

[@janicegagnon2294]

Living in Canada , winter running is an adventure! I however can be guaranteed to be overdressed by far compared to the other runners I meet.

[@runningchannel]

Running Canada sounds excellent (if a little cold!)

[@dnb895]

Always ready for summer, only wear tights, gloves, beanie when its under 0

[@tonyuk928]

I have been a runner for 4.5 years and been a "All about the Stats" runner for 4.499999 years!!!!

[@runningchannel]

Excellent / terrible joke, Tony! 😂😂

[@camillegras6942]

I've been a mix of the "all the gear, no idea", the family runner and the safety one... but mostly, I am the runner who judges anyone who runs in shorts in january.

[@arranlinton-smith1145]

Yesterday evening was seriously safety runner territory with lots black ice on the pavement and roads in Nottingham. No tempo running then! One type of running you have not mentioned are the runners who's fitness and pace has fallen off over Christmas, and I unfortunately fall into that category!

[@missingmimic]

10A? Normal runner but I go out and realize it feels really good to already have a year of running under my belt 😁

[@lexington476]

7:43 oh no, I'm not wearing sleeveless until it's actually warm, I'm the runner with like four layers on in the winter, that the guy who's always cold 🙂.

[@Chrisdakiwi100]

We in the peak of summer now in New Zealand 🇳🇿 and we are getting the pro park run and the family runner in both 🤣🤣🤣 the family especially enjoyed the New Year’s Day park run 🤣🤣🍾

[@janettrigwell8851]

I am going for goals and ready for summer runner. Wore shorts and t-shirt today.

[@Fitforlifecoaching]

I'm defo stats man! Got a stryd foot pod for Xmas and looked at my watch every few seconds to see my power change on my PB 5k but nearly died as my heart was going to explode! Keep up the fantastic work as you all give so much entertainment. 👏

[@joren6150]

great video. I had a good laugh maybe because these stereotypes are so relatable

[@MokeleMbembeLives]

I’m definitely the “goals” runner. A list of goals, all the anxiety and half the completion. 😅🤣🤣🤣

[@jasonly6491]

Think I’m a goal runner too. Same here, half completion lol

[@bril4980]

I was definitely the one(ish) run last winter as I did not enjoy freezing my bum off in the cold temps. This morning, however, I just ran my longest race yet (1/4 marathon) and it was 14°F (-10°C) in the sun!! I am guilty of signing up for multiple races (just started seriously running this summer); so a little variation on the goals runner 😊

[@daenathedreamy9053]

Normal runner with a spice of statistics-obsessed here. At the moment though rather a „What has Christmas done to my pace?!? - January Blues“ runner.

[@bernong1]

Hilarious! Simply brilliant! Just finished my morning run and tuned in to this episode. Laughed till my sides ached! Well done.

[@AlWerner68]

I loved this video! I have been several of these over the years.

[@md36868]

Hi! Idea! Winter running: could you make a video on how to use specific winter running gear such as spikes and trail crampons?

[@LookSeePaulRun]

Hilarious video! Loved it! My watch, however, was not amused and alerted me to stop the video.

[@marcusgrainger3329]

Variant of #8: I'm a mummy. Two pairs of socks, three pairs of pants, 4 layers on top, gloves and a woolly hat. On bad days warmups are about 7k long. Not worried about black ice though. Pretty sure I bounce if I fall.

[@runningchannel]

Love this! 😁

[@lcpholman]

Nothing wrong with shorts and t-shirt in January :) Honestly, I overheat in anything long. I do wear gloves!

[@anitamaes5031]

Haha that round about runner ^^ Funny! But I am a park run newbie for sure :) Lost my finish tag scan thingy -.-

[@MrSlaidback]

Switch out the winter prep for summer prep runner for the Southern Hemisphere. It’s all about when you go and cooling stuff

[@jameswillis3603]

😂 I run in shorts and T shirt no matter what the weather is like.

[@marykalter13]

I'm kinda a "ready for summer" runner because I'm always sweating on runs so I always wear less layers than the weather might suggest -- but because of that I'm always looking forward to the colder weather! Haha

[@gheorghemelinte773]

I enterd into like 8 Challanges on Strava since 2nd of January, so I guess we all know what runner I am this year :))

[@runningchannel]

😂😂😂

[@parvizmirzaie254]

I was family runner for 3 months. I Made my brother to run with me for the summer .first weeks was brutal. It took more time to mave him out of the house than actual running. There were always excuses " too hot, too early , too late, I'm tired and so on " . But after few days he liked it and joined for the runs until Autumn. Then he quieted completely. But I'm persistent as soon as it get warm enough to run outside I will made him to run again.

[@mannysangabriel2278]

Here's another one: the January event runner. We sign up for a half marathon, marathon, or Dopey challenge (46 miles in Walt Disney World) held January so we are training during the holiday season and avoid the weight gain. Which means we can be one of those Christmas runner stereotypes too 😉

[@kris1103]

Apparently I'm the summer runner. I've wrapped up plenty of times and end up stripping off. Occasional gloves if it's is figures... even they come off after a few KMs though.

[@clairhardywynn5620]

Oh Sarah - u just crack me up 😂 …. 💜

[@ArutaretiI]

Ok, it's summer here, but I'm already mentally preparing for my first winter running season. I've always taken a break during the winter so far because I'm paranoid about slipping on ice and breaking something. Guess I'm the Winter safety guy 😀

[@Liam1694u]

Number 9! Always summer ☀️ I don't even own a pair of running tights.

[@Krypto84]

My last run was on the 27th. Our first child was born on the 29th and I've not really had a moment. I'm definitely in the "family runner" camp though, already ordered a running pram for when the wee guy is big enough, and I have a round the waist bungee lead for the dog too. 1 day all 4 of us will go out for a run together, but for now I just need more sleep!

[@peterbrown6453]

I might have told a couple of people about my goals. And I’ve spammed my running group with my cadence charts, so probably obsessed with stats as well.

[@kymberleerogie4298]

I’m definitely a safety runner! 😂 I always have my safety vest on or my noxgear vest! I even carry an extra flashlight when it’s dark and a few bandages! 😂 BUT I’d rather be seen then getting hit! (Don’t always have sidewalks by me!) Fun video!

[@kperttul]

I'm proud to be #8 "The Winter Safety": As there is only couple of hours daylight it's essential to be seen and not hit by a car. Fluorescent wests are for life (literally 🤣) Also spike shoes give so much boost on the soft surface that I wouldn't mind to use them in summer too. One can avoid #6 "The One Run Wonder" by allowing yourself to walk, many times people think that when going for a "run" you have to run the whole yard, when the real purpose is to get fresh air and get your self moving. Who cares if you decide to kangaroo skip the whole way as long as you are happy to exercise ❤

[@alines25]

All about the stats with the new year challenges on Strava

[@michaelkinahan1829]

Parkruns can be very wet in January!! The parkrunner who nearly breaks their ankle avoiding the puddles!! Drive on through them, YOU MUST LOVE THE MUD 😂

[@diktromdefilm]

Ready f summer is me! Always😎

[@robiniddon7582]

I am definitely Mr stats, Mr goals (but not January goals) .

[@christiec6923]

I knew i was going to see myself right away, I'm a tossup between the stats runner and the all the gear runner, LOL, my resolution is to not bring all the fancy gear, the water, the watch, the music and assorted technology with me, just to see what its like to go for a real run with nothing! I haven't done it yet

[@gwilymeades]

Anna must be a stats runner...me too!

[@LexDundee]

Family runner...present, normal runner....also present 😂😂

[@kevinsandersks]

Hello . I'm trying to figure out if my daily walk with the dog ( quite fast 6km) has the same intensity as a slow recovery run?? I normally run 10km in 4:10 pace. Love your channel. Take care.

[@MsTeddyBearza]

-2 weather? Snow? Ice? Eeecckkk I’m so glad I live in South Africa because I would not run in that!

[@lexington476]

1:07 no one else would buy it for me, so I bought myself a nice new Garmin Forerunner 945 LTE. A considerable upgrade coming from a 735xt. And between Christmas and New Years I did buy myself a new pair of New Balance 880s nothing fancy I needed another pair of training shoes I did get a cool color; medium green.

[@jonesynet]

I guess I'm a ready for summer then? T-shirt and shorts unless it's less than 5c, and then only long sleeves...

[@thejman1mill]

Im the ready for summer runner lol, tee shirt and shorts in 30 degree weather.

[@AsdfAsdf-cw6mz]

Ahahaha! You actually made me laugh on a Sunday evening. :)

[@burgerkingbub]

I'm a stats runner and new gear runner. In fact this video came up after I was reading reviews on a hydration vest I already bought and arrived today. And I've been checking everyone elses vests out when I go out for a run. Havnt set an speicorc goal yet I'm. Signed up to my first race ever, a half marathon in April so thats a goal in itself I guess. Hoping to actually run 21km!!

[@folkja8224]

I guess I am the normal summer runner above 5C. Below I accept it's winter, by adding a layer each 10C less. Btw. are there 10 ways to spot a novice runner? Could be a nice video. Especially with some advice on how to help someone struggling at the end of that.

[@RyanSP]

Love the humour guys, keep it up :-)

[@Rubix78]

Yep I’m all over stats and parkrun Tourism

[@amypennebacker4941]

I wish there was Park Run near me!

[@tomthetaletellerphillips]

I'm doing the virtual Lands End to John'O Groats, it's my January challenge (though it'll last all year) 🤣🤣🤣 also got a new watch for Xmas and love pouring over my stats! Never been to a Parkrun though.

[@kevinlance1813]

I love these videos they're always so fun. First I must admit I've gotten a new Fenix 6S for Xmas and I'm still trying to figure it out (but I really love it). Also, my family and friends/coworkers are probably thinking of killing me for talking about running all the time, must knock that off. Just glad to be starting off the year unhurt for the first time in 3 years. Thanks and cheers all.

[@martinadams5893]

I got garmin 245 about 6 months ago, still haven’t got it sorted lol

[@lexington476]

1:41 I'm getting flashbacks to Star Trek IV, 'hello computer' 🙂😀😃.

[@RobustArid379]

that's how i am. i bought all these top gears and it took me 1 year to figure it out.

[@jjwendling]

Just a normal runner here. Trying to train for my first marathon though, which is tough through a Wisconsin winter. Also don’t have any gear I should have, so kind of wishing I was the one fumbling and trying to figure out their new watch.

[@lexington476]

5:18 you know I should really buckle down and go to the closest parkrun, but it's like a 45 minute drive 🙄... I need some pure pressure here 🙃.

[@nk-dw2hm]

I started running over the winter and accidentally became the 7:25 runner wearing next to no clothes when it's below freezing. Scared to run when it gets hot out...

[@noelbeacher8016]

I’m the stat man…I like to compare my average pace, Heart Rate, cadence etc etc after each run. Also during my run if I’m waiting for traffic or going up a hill i keep a mental note of it and check my heat map in Garmin connect to check that it’s blue when I get home

[@kingtrumpet123]

I'm a winter safety runner: "Hey, I don't want to get my shoes wet, and I pick out the best 3 days of the week to run, when the roads are dry, and I don't go further than a mile away from the house, JUST IN CASE it starts to snow, LOL"

[@hatchet427]

I think I'm a combination of one and 2, all the stats and no idea what to do with them!

[@TwistedGeek]

Just been getting back in to running this year after a long haul of not doing any and loving the channel...I am definitely a stats guy like to see where I have improved or where I can improve. Just upgraded my garmin after 6 years of vivoactive to a venue 2...now its worse I keep checking all my levels haha 🤦‍♂️

[@oddoneout9012]

Honestly, I’m more of the analytical type obsessed with statistics and performance mixed in with some of the better equipment available. There’s always part of me that doesn’t care about that.

[@martinadams5893]

Bit of a race booker, did it October after surgery lol

[@edwin5419]

#8 can't relate - we had 6 consecutive days over 40C this January, plus another few 40+ days.

[@trinigyul7507]

Nothing normal about this runner! 😜 I’m definitely the one who sets goals from January! Currently 2 weeks into my 31 day run streak, already signed up for my half marathon race in May and might sign up for another though it’s one week after my 1/2 …is t running fun? 🥰😌

[@stephenwest977]

I was chatting to a lady after our local Park run a few months back ( as you do) and we had reached the car park, which was a good distance from the finish line. We said our farewells.. then she came out with the classic.. “ by the way, do you know what I am supposed to do with this tag they gave me at the finish line? “ I very rudely burst out laughing and sent her back to whence we came. She obviously missed the briefing or wasn’t listening. True story 👌🏼

[@runningchannel]

We've all been there, Stephen! 😅😂

[@pyrophilia2645]

Hhahaahha love it... yes guilty of a few of these!

[@Matt_Kraczon]

It’s a good thing running watches ( or at least Garmin) don’t have voice control. Can you imagine the ranting arguments we would have with them when Strava cuts a run short !!??

[@pierce9128]

Defo the goal setting type here but wantabe park run keen bean lol

[@mholscher]

I'm just a normal runner aka all about goals, stats and winter (=darkness) safety 😂

[@deanevans3968]

Unfortunately I have to admit I'm the ready for summer runner

[@runningchannel]

Nothing to be ashamed of, Dean!

[@SubtleForces]

Normal runner? More, the Canada January type: -25C? The cheap apartment rolls for my bike will do! Warm (-9 C) but 15cm of fresh snow? The XC-skis will do! I'lle have a quick check to see where they have prepped the trail

[@surreytrailgoat5469]

this is truly brilliant! Happy New Year guys!!

[@runningchannel]

Happy new year to you too!

[@madfilms1000]

it is beyond me that rick didn't become a news reporter

[@robertmelendez6677]

As a parkrun volunteer, I should know the personal barcode first then the token to scan. When I run, I ALWAYS FORGET!!! 🤪

[@runningchannel]

😂😂

[@neo83za77]

"Who doesn't like a muddy 5km hey" Haha

[@cantworkitout]

I like to think I'm just the normal runner: just shoes on, watch on to stop watch, go run; though I'd be lying if I said I don't go out to parkrun each week aiming for a pb... Plenty of people in my area out running in shorts and a singlet. Though I suppose it is summertime here in the land down under; not that you'd know it with the rain we've had all weekend 😅

[@thedanalcantara]

OMG I’m all about the stats… 🙈