Pumpkin Run Training Tips for December: Get Ready for Your 2026 Autumn Adventure

December is a magical month on the farm. The fields feel sleepy, the air is crisp, and you can almost imagine the pumpkins quietly resting beneath the soil, waiting for next autumn. But even in winter, you can start getting ready for the Pumpkin Run Colchester: the only autumn running event on a real Essex pumpkin patch.

Here are 7 easy December training tips to help you feel excited, confident and prepared for your big autumn day out.

1. Begin with short warm-up runs

Start with gentle jogs. Run for 1 minute, walk for 1 minute, and repeat. This keeps your body warm in December’s chilly air.

2. Dress like a winter fox

Wear gloves, a hat and cosy layers. When you feel snug, running becomes fun, even on frosty mornings.

3. Try 10–10–10 winter steps

Do 10 marches, 10 skips and 10 light jumps at home. These tiny moves make your legs stronger for farm-style running.

4. Practise on soft ground

Find grass or a trail where the earth feels a bit bouncy. The Pumpkin Run takes place on real farm fields, so this is the best practice you can do in winter.

5. Rest properly

December is the perfect month for cosy evenings. Rest helps your legs grow strong. Think hot chocolate, blankets and calm time.

6. Keep your autumn picture in your mind

Imagine running past rows, hearing cheers, and crossing the finish line with a big smile. When you imagine it, training feels easier.

7. Build excitement slowly

Every December step is a step towards your autumn adventure. You’re already becoming a runner.

Book the Pumpkin Run Now: 2025 Prices Frozen

If your heart is already skipping like a runner, now is the perfect moment to book your place in the Pumpkin Run Colchester. For a limited time, 2025 prices are fully frozen for the September 2026 run in Essex, meaning you can secure your spot at the lowest price of the year.

Once the prices melt, they won’t return.

Book your run today and start your countdown to an unforgettable Essex autumn adventure.