Thats a shame... there are many possibles reason for not getting on with running, but I know its not for everyone.
Ultimately my workout goal is to be able to hike effortlessly, and it seems to be working.
That is a worthy goal. Get out there and carry on exploring (in the Spring maybe, when the weather is less wet 😉)
Yes! When it's not raining and windy just barely above freezing, preferably. Better weather for jelly babies then, too.