Super Soggy 11k 💦💦💦

[Frenc]

Lol I got about 200 yards this morning and almost turned back! It’s been SO long since I ran in the rain, I always seem to miss it. Not today however!

Anyway, off I went, nodding at other bedraggled running folk who all just rolled their eyes at me, as in why on earth do we do this!

I joined up 2 routes to make a longer route and despite the weather, genuinely really enjoyed it. I wasn’t going to break any records today, as my glasses were a bit misty despite my peaked cap and puddle dodging, oh, and also wringing my top out every so often! I found a little wooded footpath I’ve not been down before which made a nice change, although I’m not so used to running on earth and grass.

Glad to be home and having a nice cup of coffee, and hoping everyone else has a great Sunday whatever you’re up to! 😊🏃‍♂️👍👏🏼🦶🏃‍♀️👟🦵🦶💧

[Mittymoo Graduate10]

Very evocative Frenc! Brilliant effort

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Mittymoo]

Thank you 😊. I enjoyed it (I think!).

[Instructor57 Graduate10]

That's a great run and pace 😁👍Well done ! Especially in the rain .

It puts my 3k today well and truly in the shadows, and I didn't even get wet 🤣

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Instructor57]

Ha ha I think you may well be the more sensible one! 👍👏🏼🏃‍♂️

[Fionamags Graduate10]

Bravo Frenc! There's something extra smug about running in the rain, it makes you feel like a superior being! 😄😄😄 Seriously though, hats off to you for doing a long run in it - great pace too!

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Fionamags]

Ah thank you so much Fionamags. I have to say I’m tucked up all comfy on my sofa now watching a film and it does feel good! All the best 😊😊😊.

[sparky66 Graduate10]

Ooh well done Frenc!! I admire you for running in such conditions..and for so far 💪🏃‍♀️

Times are great.. I'd be thrilled with them 😊

Hope you well rested now and enjoyed your cuppa ☕👋👋👋

[Hidden]

Well done! I used to like running in the rain, but lately I feel really bad (physically) afterwards, so I try to avoid it. Though it may be rain and cold combined that is bad for me. Yesterday I ran half my 30 minutes in drizzling rain and felt fine afterwards. But it was not cold. So...

And wowzers, 11 km? 😳

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Hidden]

Thanks Evy, although I nearly turned back - hands were freezing. I’m so glad I didn’t though. Mind you I was pleased to get home! Glad you felt fine yesterday 😊👍🏃‍♀️👏🏼🦶.

[limu_mu Graduate10]

Well done Frenc your making amazing progress! Also running in the rain is still a challenge! am repeating the 10k training plan again, it still a distance am a bit scared off. 😯

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate]

Ah thanks limu_mu. I know what you mean about 10k, it can be daunting! I found myself getting quite a few niggles after them but have been doing leg strength to help and fingers crossed I feel stronger. All the best! 😊👍🏃‍♀️👟👣🦵

[Snail61 Graduate10]

Well done you for running in the rain and being brave enough to venture off road! I kept to the pavements today because of the threat of rain. It didn't actually rain until I got the lawn mower out😀😀.Happy running.

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Snail61]

Thank you Snail61! Isn’t that typical - as soon as you get the mower out, the rain starts 😆. Or maybe that was a good thing?! All the best.

[Cowladyrunning Graduate10]

Glad you enjoyed it! Great run! Well done for doing it....I bet you felt amazing!

[Frenc Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Cowladyrunning]

Ah thank you 😊. I did feel pretty good, have to say! All the best 🏃‍♀️😊🦶👟.