It was my first post-grad run tonight. First run I have done without the support of Michael Jordon. Although I did miss his calm and encouraging tones, I still set out on my run in a quietly confident manner.
However, about 15 minutes (3k) in, running in 25 degree heat and with no breeze to talk of, BANG! It was like running into a wall of heat.
My breathing was fine, my pace was fine but I was just getting hotter and hotter. The sweat was running off my forehead, running down my back ( I hope this is painting a lovely picture for you), and with no wind there was nothing to cool me down. I could literally feel myself tiring by the second.
Digging deep and slowing, almost, to a walk, I kept going. I did have to remove my shirt, just to try and get some air on my skin (again not a pretty picture), but it did allow me to complete my 30 minutes even if was not able to complete the 5k.
Blimey! Well done that man. And the weather is forecast to get even hotter next week 😳
I know Jay. Going to have to seriously consider switching to early morning runs. Not ideal as I have to get up early enough as it is. But it is just not cooling down quick enough in the evenings. It's either that or waiting until 9pm when it cools down . . .
I find early much better if I can drag myself out of bed.
At least after 9pm you can eat (perhaps a bit lighter than usual) at a fairly normal time and run later.
Mustn’t complain - no idea what I’m going to do through the winter.
One this is for sure, you'll be running in the dark.
I’m wondering if I can take my running gear to work and run at lunchtimes. There is a shower...somewhere 😱
Good idea if you can. Might be an idea for me, on office days at least.
Winter running is fun... early morning still, but dark as well
I run on lunch times it’s quiet nice just to get out