Silly noob question: I’m just about to go out on my second run of the programme - I’m happy to run when it’s cold but looking ahead at the forecast, I’m in for a solid week of rain fairly soon. I don’t want to stop just as I’ve got started - so what can I wear to run in the rain?
Newbie rain running: Silly noob question: I’m... - Couch to 5K
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I would check out running jackets online.
I got a nice Ron Hill running jacket for about £40.
I would also recommend a baseball style cap, just to keep the rain out of your eyes.
Thing is, if you're soggy from sweating, or soggy from rain, it doesn't make a great deal of difference 😆😆.
I think I might actually be a bit twisted, because my favourite runs are in torrential rain!
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Not a silly question at all but you might not like my answer😂 I just wear my normal running gear and a baseball cap because once your wet your wet right. Good luck
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I agree with what’s been said already - you could get a little jacket or you could just get wet, once that’s happened you can’t get any wetter can you?! Good luck with the plan!
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It’s quite nice to run in the rain, and then get a warm shower afterwards 😁
I went to TK Maxx and bought a running jacket for around £20. It’s great to run in the rain. I love it and running in the dark too.
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Welcome to the forum and well done
on getting started.
This guide to the plan is essential reading healthunlocked.com/couchto5...
Wear a jacket and get wet from the inside or forget about it and get wet from the outside.
Enjoy your journey.
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Cap with a large brim... buff to stop drips... and lightweight breathable jacket I have two Ron Hill both sale price online
Hot shower afterwards.. brilliant!
These are all great tips and thank you! Wet weather running it is!
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I think the one real problem is actually setting off in real rain (not shower or drizzle) when it is also very cold and windy. Those conditions are not nice! 😨 It’s really hard for me to warm up as I go if I’m drenched from the start and the wind is blowing, and I do usually wait & hope to go later. 🤔 Luckily, everything being bad together is mercifully rare. Just don’t want you to think no one ever gives in - at some point, it becomes daft to set off. Rain once you’re moving and warm is altogether different, and I’m fine with that. I do always wear a baseball hat to keep my glasses clear-ish!