Up at 06:00 hours; running gear on; cup of tea and a quick visit to the bathroom; open front door to be greeted with rain; close front door and up the stairs back to bed.
I was really looking forward to wearing my new bright yellow Asics running top as well. This is the first time since i started running in April that i have woken up on run day to rain ............ and i bottled it big time LMAO.
I finally donned the running gear just after 9 when the rain had stopped and completed some Garmin coach cadence drills which i really enjoyed.
The first 0.8km steady run i found really difficult. Then with the cadence drills my steps were faster; my perceived effort was less and i ended up going faster. Excellent. At one point (this is going to sound somewhat bizarre) it felt like i was gliding along the pavement with no effort. That was a great feeling.
Just had another cuppa and knocked out my planks.
Yay.
Happy running everyone.
PS Can anyone advise what "blokes" wear in the cold instead of shorts. I dont fancy wearing heavy joggers but similarly don't want my legs pelted with icy rain.
I also found my new hat (with peak to stop glasses from getting wet) flies off in the wind
I’ve lost my cap before now and had to run back for it, chasing it down the road. Lucky there wasn’t any traffic to run over it but the backtracking was recorded on Strava!
I tend to pull the peak tight down in front in high winds so I get the impression I look like a regimental sergeant major. “Keep those knees up, you ‘orrible little sod!”
I kept losing my cap on a dinghy sailing course and the instructor was fed up having to tack back for it, so I unlaced one trainer and tied the lace to the strap at the back of the cap and the other end around my neck. But I don’t think that would be practical with running shoes.
Its the first time I've tried wearing a cap whilst running and had never even considered it could blow off. Also not helped by the need to wear a head sweatband to stop me looking like a tap.
Re the Hat Problem: I tighten the band in windy weather but also use a yachtsman’s tether. It’s a bit of elastic with a clip at each end. One clip on the hat & one on your collar/neckline. Magic - no more lost hats! Any yachting chandler will have them for a couple of pounds. The hats with Velcro adjustment on the band are easier than the ones where you have to actually tighten the strap through a buckle. When not in use. I clip both little clips to the hat, otherwise it’s always at home when the wind strikes! 🤣
In cool weather I move to long (below knee) socks from my usual ankle-high ones. I don't usually transition to tights until it's near freezing. Below freezing I wear thicker running trousers.
My arms and hands are most affected by the cold. My torso usually gets very warm, but still needs to be protected from chilly winds.
It's a subtle balancing act. You can easily feel too hot at 5°C if the air is still and misty.
Gliding along the pavement, eh? Sounds like you really are getting ready for the winter weather! ⛸️❄️ And sounds utterly brilliant, too. Love the cadence drilling.👍
Running tights for me. Must admit I was very self conscious the first time I wore them in public, but no idea why as no one takes a blind bit of notice. I have two pairs from Decathalon, one is a normal 'weight' pair, which I will move to as it start to get colder. The second pair are a heavier wind and shower proof, I use these when it gets really cold in winter. I also tend to wear my shorts over the top of them as the pocket set up in my shorts is ideal for my phone etc. Time to go tight shopping.
I just stick to shorts in all conditions...after 10-15 mins run time you don't really notice the cold 🙂. I also agree with Sarararara about running in the rain being amazing 🤣
Well done Alan, sounds like you had a great run! Not being a bloke, I can’t really advise on legwear - some wear running tights with shorts over I believe?
Now I’m opposite to you. I get disappointed if the rain stops before or during my run! I love it. 👏💦👏
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