A Rainy Run

[SueAppleRun]

NRC, it just had to be A Rainy Run. It was lashing against the window as I sat all warm and snuggly thinking about it. I read a few posts here, I commented on a couple...

If I was going to run I just had to dress and go....maybe another cup of tea first....

So I went, my plan was going to be 20 minutes faster, hmm not on those wet pavements, opened the app and there is was A Rainy Run ...I've not done that one but it's 45 minutes, but that'll do .

I remembered some tissue and left my glasses at home....brisk walk and soon running, it's not so bad.

Cut right to go through the old golf course....that path going downwards looks slippery, under the water leaves and mud I know there's that green slimy stuff, moss, so I walk carefully, I fell there about a year ago. Not many people here today, one very bedraggled looking man with a small dog didn't look much happier than I felt.

Might as well go all out and look at the sea. Coach B is burbling on in the background, about the importance of hats, putting phone in a plastic bag and waterproof jackets. My shower proof one isn't enough. I can feel the water trickling down everywhere and it's not sweat!

After a few minutes wait for the lights to turn red I sprint across the road splashing in the puddles at both edges. I haven't yet mentioned the cars and lorries who regularly washed my legs as they splashed through puddles too.

I start to head towards Worthing, nope, straight into the wind and raindrops that feel like needles on my face. Onto the beach, take a few grey photos, head back towards home. I pass a guy running the other way, he looks more sensibly dressed than me, a nod and half smile returns my greeting, I'm impressed he could even do that heading into the wind and raindrops.

Back along the seafront, wait for lights to change again. Run along the slippy wet path with cars washing my legs as they go past. I hadn't thought the wind was that strong but here it's sideways on and buffeting me from side to side on the path. Up and over the railway bridge, slowly down the other side, don't want to skid, every step now sloshing inside my shoes, and turn for home, uh oh, not quite 45 minutes. Into the park I go, path is slippery grass is sodden so home I go. Pass my upstairs neighbour going to his car, hat, raincoat, gloves the lot, looking warm and dry. "Sue what are you doing out in this? It's raining" he calls out, as if I hadn't noticed 😂😂😂.

Kettle on bath on, clothes off, you could wring them out and aah bliss, hot water all around.

Now I'm warm, dry and full of tea and soup I can honestly say I'm glad I went.

Now, I wonder how much waterproof running jackets are.....

Have fun folks 😀

Oh and when I got home I found a load of texts from my daughter

I've had an idea.

I'm so excited .

You are going to love it!

I can't believe we didn't think of this before.

And now she's obviously too busy at work to tell me what it is! I just hope it's not me joining her for ice skating after work.

[Yesletsgo Administrator Graduate10]

Oh, you are brave! I ran this morning, it was overcast but mild and dry. It's pouring now. Wouldn't fancy setting out when it's like this so well done you, take it easy and stay warm 😁

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Yesletsgo]

Thanks, it was fine once out

[MissUnderstanding Administrator Graduate10]

Love this! I felt like I was with you (from the safety of a dry coffee shop!!). You’ve inspired me to stick my trainers on and get out when I’m home later.

I’m excited for you to find out what your daughter’s big idea is…hope it’s something good!

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to MissUnderstanding]

At least it's not ice skating, she loves it but I haven't been since I was 12.She thinks it would be a good idea for us to join a choir ,🤣, neither of us can sing in tune 🤣

[MissUnderstanding Administrator Graduate10 in reply to SueAppleRun]

Choir singing is so much fun! You may find it helps with your breathing as you run too. Singing in tune is overrated…make a joyful noise and you’ll have a massive smile on your face!

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to MissUnderstanding]

I'll keep my singing for private, having lived 10 years with a singer songwriter I kept quite quiet, now I sing along at home

[Shake-and-run Graduate10]

waterproof running jackets? If you find on that is waterproof and doesn’t ‘boil you in a bag’ with your own sweat, do share. I loved your post, made me smile as I was reading it, well done.

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Shake-and-run]

Thanks, I might not bother then

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

Well done you! It was a heavy rain storm , not just a passing shower. The tail end of Storm Debi.

I haven’t tried that run on NRC but sounds a great idea. Like the cold run, it probably should be listened to before you go out to get his advice. 😂

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Dexy5]

I'd have worn a hat if I listened to it before I went out Dexy, and gloves, my hands were cold, but legs bare in shorts and regularly washed by passing traffic were fine 😀

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to SueAppleRun]

Yes a hat is great if it’s not too windy, especially if you are wearing glasses but I don’t think it would have helped in that rain. Shorts? My you are brave. Mine are packed away now.

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Dexy5]

It's 12 degrees so shorts worked, I go into long sleeves and two layers long before I go into long leggings. Now the sky is blue and the sun is shining but I'm glad I didn't wait.

[Bluebirdrunner Graduate10]

Exhilerating read SueAppleRun!

Skin is waterproof😅 a peaked cap helps if its not too windy...

A choir sounds like a fun new venture.

I enjoyed reading your post. Well done you🏃‍♀️💪💧💧💧xxx

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Bluebirdrunner]

Aww thanks I enjoyed running it even though I got very wet, and yes, skin is waterproof, xxx

[Annieapple Administrator]

🍏 Loved reading this and your photos are really lovely especially the one looking down onto the railway line. Well done on getting out there!! Oh I do love your daughter and her creative ideas and sense of fun! A choir 🤩 is just wonderful as it brings joy to those participating and the many who listen!! Do let us know how you get on!

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Annieapple]

I can't see the choir happening, at least it wasn't ice skating which she went to straight from work

[Gthants 60minGraduate]

Another great run!

Out of interest - how long to you walk for before you start running; I must admit I no longer do the C25K 10 minutes ... 😬

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Gthants]

Today because it was raining about 1 minute, usually half way down the road about 2-3 minutes, I put the run on as I leave home so when coach B says "you are running" I think I better get on with it then

[apatsyf Graduate10]

Great report, Sue! I feel wet just reading it! Unfortunately my supposedly breathable waterproof is no good unless chilly and just drizzle - otherwise gets wet inside out. So, sorry, no hints re jackets, I'm afraid! At least with shorts you won't have those dripping leggings drying out in the bathroom 🤣. Enjoy your surprise - can't wait to hear what it is 😃.

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to apatsyf]

Thanks, my daughter thought we could join a choir and considering neither of us can hold a turn that's why we've never thought of it before 😂

[apatsyf Graduate10 in reply to SueAppleRun]

As Gareth Malone says 'everyone' can learn tossing'..... 🤣🤣🤣, noooo, should say 'to sing'! Reckon you'd enjoy a Rock Choir! 😁

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to apatsyf]

We might, but she's full of good ideas 🤣 and at the moment we are also house hunting which is fun

[Scruff55 60minGraduate]

Fabulous run SAR sounds like mine from yesterday. I’m glad I went yesterday too cos it is soooo windy and wet here today. Enjoy the euphoria of having been for your run 🤣🤣🐈‍⬛☔️🤣🤣

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Scruff55]

Thanks 😊 it's bright sunshine here this morning, I briefly wondered about a quick run but I want to go tomorrow, and suit shopping with grandson this afternoon 😁

[Scruff55 60minGraduate in reply to SueAppleRun]

O best go for some retail therapy and enjoy you run tomorrow.

[RunKRun]

Love this post Sue. Well done for getting out there. And now we all want to know what that great idea of your daughters is! Xx

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to RunKRun]

The idea, to join a choir, funny woman, neither of us can sing. Looks like Worthing parkrun Saturday, will you be there? Xx

[RunKRun in reply to SueAppleRun]

Yes I will be, donning the blue parkwalker vest so come and see me. I can’t sing either! I’m sure we’ll have loads to talk about. I love my parkrun family. I shall leave for Cheshire after parkrun and a hot bath to ease the pains away. Actually, as taking the role of parkwalker, I may not have any pains so I might be able to get by on a quick shower instead. I look forward to seeing you there. Xx

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to RunKRun]

I'll come find you if I can, 😁 I'll be going straight home after or in the steam room at splash point, that's my treat 😁 xx

[RunKRun in reply to SueAppleRun]

What a good idea. Sounds great! Xx

[JeremiahObadiah]

Hhm, I like the daughter’s enthusiasm but choirs aren’t everyone’s idea of joy. Also usually evenings which at the moment means turning out in the dark.

Mind you at least you’d be dry! Soggy, windy, being swooshed by passing vehicles, squelchy feet, slippery surfaces…quite a challenging run. Most impressed by, and a tiny bit envious of, your resilience!

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to JeremiahObadiah]

It felt less challenging than the post reads, those runs we learn from though, I needed a hat and would have been more comfortable. We already turn out in the dark to give the dog a run, but my thoughts are all those germs being forcibly breathed into the air by lots of singing people 🤣 I'll leave her to keep going ice skating I think

[JeremiahObadiah in reply to SueAppleRun]

I’m with you on the germ thing!

[Doris8 Graduate10]

Love your story. Feels like I am running along with you or in my case walking. I’ll be looking for what you find on waterproof jackets, mine is getting to fit, a small size6 . Enjoy the choir.

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Doris8]

Thanks, and I know you can walk faster than I can run so I'll follow on. See Bruch1 reply for a suggestion for a jacket

[Bruch1]

I admire your dedication Sue! On Monday morning it was tipping it down so I opted for a treadmill run. I nearly didn't do that either as the treadmill is in the garage and I had to go outside to get to it 😂 Since then I've been in the sick bay with ?fluey bug and tummy upset. Tested for Covid but it was negative. Not had a good night so staying warm today. Hope it doesn't go on too long.As far as shower/waterproof jackets go I got one via Amazon which wasn't expensive. Called Time to Run. I wore it for the Morun a couple of weeks ago and it was brilliant. It kept me dry and I wasn't boiled inside either. Although it was chucking it down, I'm not sure it would cope with torrential! No hood but I prefer to wear a beanie to keep my ears warm.

As far as singing goes Rock Choir is fab. Doesn't matter what your singing capabilities are. My sister and I joined until Covid hit. Loved the singing but I was dreadful with the actions as I am so not coordinated 😂 There's a video of our group on YouTube somewhere doing True Colours - I'm the one out of time with everyone else 😂😂😂. If that's what your daughter has in mind then go for it x

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Bruch1]

Oh I do hope you feel better soon, it's horrible being unwell, I'll look the jacket up thanks, I did think about Rock Choir, x

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate10]

Go you.... you are one of the awesome runners I refer to in the Catch Up Corner... ! Just brilliant... I stayed in bed!

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to Oldfloss]

Ha oh Floss, it was so tempting to stay in bed, but after what seems like ages, months, I've got my bounce back 😁

[RiceAndPeas]

Well done!!! I got an utter soaking on Monday, ironically I do have a waterproof running jacket but the forecast suggested no rain so I left it at home. Proviz are having a sale at the moment. I bought one of their classic jackets which are normally over £100 for just £60ish.

It really does sound like you had quite an adventure! 😀

[SueAppleRun Graduate10 60minGraduate in reply to RiceAndPeas]

Thanks, at the time it was just me running in the rain but I rarely bother when it's wet so it was a bit of an adventure 😁