Winter Training Tips

Rain, cold and classes in the dark can be more challenging BUT also more exciting! We want you to enjoy your training and have compiled 5 videos and some training guidance to help you get the most out your training in the winter. Stopping training in the winter means that you will undo much of the good work and progression that you've made during the summer months.

Winter Training Videos 2009

This year we've made a series of videos on all our winter training top tips and uploaded them to the BMF YouTube channel. They've got all the top tips that we've pulled together over 10 years at BMF, as well as all the training we've done in the armed forces in foul weather!

Download the updated Winter Training Tips PDF Below

Benefits of Winter Classes and Events

People are often worried that they are at increased risk of injuries during the winter. Statistically, the number of injuries that are reported to BMF central does not increase in the winter months. Another concern is dogs mess. Chances of this happening are very slim and if you are unfortunate enough to experience this, our instructors carry wet wipes and/or antiseptic spray to deal with it. They also carry personal medical kits for any minor scrapes you may pick up.

Winter classes and BMF Events actually accentuate all the things that make BMF special:

It's harder work because of the conditions
It's even more of a 'shared' group experience and the BMF socials make it even better!
The opportunity to meet new people by torchlight increases!
You may surprise yourself with what you achieve
Running at night in a group is exciting!

It is also worth remembering that all our venues run classes in daylight hours, either during the day or on weekends. If you aren't a regular weekender, try a class on Saturday or Sunday. This year we've increased the number of classes we run during the daytime.

Training in low level light Training in the snow

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		Winter Training Tips Rain, cold and classes in the dark can be more challenging BUT also more exciting! We want you to enjoy your training and have compiled 5 videos and some training guidance to help you get the most out your training in the winter. Stopping training in the winter means that you will undo much of the good work and progression that you've made during the summer months. Winter Training Videos 2009 This year we've made a series of videos on all our winter training top tips and uploaded them to the BMF YouTube channel. They've got all the top tips that we've pulled together over 10 years at BMF, as well as all the training we've done in the armed forces in foul weather! WINTER CLASSES. Kev Lomas on what you can expect at BMF this winter WINTER CLOTHING. Keith Walkman gets naked and also explains what to wear at a BMF class KIT PACKING. Preparing for a BMF class, Simon Richman's kit packing lecture! TRAINING NUTRITION. Lorna Kelly on fuelling your body during the winter BMF MEMBER TOP TIPS. Our members speak about staying warm and training at night Download the updated Winter Training Tips PDF Below Benefits of Winter Classes and Events People are often worried that they are at increased risk of injuries during the winter. Statistically, the number of injuries that are reported to BMF central does not increase in the winter months. Another concern is dogs mess. Chances of this happening are very slim and if you are unfortunate enough to experience this, our instructors carry wet wipes and/or antiseptic spray to deal with it. They also carry personal medical kits for any minor scrapes you may pick up. Winter classes and BMF Events actually accentuate all the things that make BMF special: It's harder work because of the conditions It's even more of a 'shared' group experience and the BMF socials make it even better! The opportunity to meet new people by torchlight increases! You may surprise yourself with what you achieve Running at night in a group is exciting! It is also worth remembering that all our venues run classes in daylight hours, either during the day or on weekends. If you aren't a regular weekender, try a class on Saturday or Sunday. This year we've increased the number of classes we run during the daytime. click here to return to the home page