What about the hypothermia??? I have just completed W3R2 in the rain and I was so cold, my hands and arms especially! I was just running in a normal T-shirt so I really only have myself to blame. Question is do I bite the bullet and buy some proper running tops or just avoid running in the rain for the time being?
Just to make the rain more of a nuisance I wear glasses so visibility was a slight issue today as well. Contacts aren't an option though I could manage to run without my glasses.
I have the same problem with my glasses and I think it's a case of I'll have to take them off!
I've not bought any running gear yet as I'm just starting off, but I have a rain Mac which does keep me dry! Very fitted and lightweight but I do come home freezing!
I have always worn a compression base layer top under a breathable running T shirt & a hooded running jacket for the rain, big enough to take layers in winter, a pair of compression base layer leggings & jogging bottoms for the colder weather, there's gloves for cold hands, and take glasses off in rain.....
I found the earlier weeks in the rain quite cold as well. I think maybe because there is a fair bit of walking in between runs. As I progressed through the programme the rain became less of an issue, and was nice and cooling. Asda sell a long sleeve running top for a decent price I noticed. Maybe buy a cheapish long sleeve running top and see if that sorts the problem? 
I think a long sleeve top and a cheap water repellent jacket would be a good investment - the days will be short enough soon, if we also have to rule out running in bad weather, there soon won't be any running time left. ...
I'd also recommend leaving the glasses at home if you can
cotton t-shirt is not a good idea if going to get wet. Technical top and light windproof outer shell for winter.
I am getting a little concerned about an upcoming race i have this weekend which the men have to run topless, do several lake swims and is likely to take 6 hours or more. Can see hypothermia might be a very real danger.
You certainly know how to find /pick weird and wonderful events...I expect there will be an interesting race report for us to enjoy afterwards !
it gets ever more difficult to find events to top the last in ludicrosiity ( may have mad that word up), but I do my best.
Oh no! Maybe buy a waterproof jacket as it is a long winter!! How about a cap to shield ur glasses, don't want to slip on a crisp packet 😩 Julie
Running tops made of proper technical fabric which will repel rain and wick sweat away from your body, and hence keep you warm, are cheap as chips. Lidl, Aldi, Primark, Tesco, Asda all make their own range and you could pick one up for under a fiver. Sportsdirect has hundreds of the things on their website, so have a browse. If you buy 2 then you have one in the wash and one on. Best buy 3 then. LOL
Hmm, actually, one in the wash, one lost, one down the back of the airing cupboard, one at the bottom of the laundry basket, one in a pile next to the washing machine (is it a clean or a dirty pile?), one on the airer (but too damp to put on) and precisely none in the drawer where they should be. Sniffs the one I wore yesterday... ?? can I wear this again ??
Thanks everyone! A trip to Aldi and Lidl it is then!
I think as well, a bit of a treat just for running helps you mentally accept that yes, you ARE doing this, and you ARE taking it seriously ... for example I went to Up and Running, had my gait tested and bought proper running shoes as a reward after W5R3- never looked back...
Marky-D! You have to get control of your sock collection. I can't bear to hunt for them. I am normally extremely come-day go-day about everything but not as regards my running gear, which has to be to hand and ready to go. Nothing else in life, just the running gear. Everything can go hang. Husband's shirts! Pah. He can wear a jumper surely
Never planned to run in the raim
Never mind joggers nipple......
Advice for running in the rain
Running Without Laura
Spooks...poor visibility and a soggy bottom....
