Going into this month my only goal was to try and keep my mileage on par with what I did in November. So far, with no races scheduled and going through the first cold spell as winter approaches I have managed to keep myself on pace.

In January my mileage will start to go up again as I will be starting my 18 week training program for the Ottawa Marathon toward the end of the month so for now the goal is really about maintaining a regular running schedule.

With Christmas fast approaching, here are a two lists – ultimate runners Christmas list,  16 holiday gift ideas for runners – of gift ideas for runners in case you are looking for gift ideas for runners or in case you are a runner looking for ideas to add to your wish list.