Running in the rain

[Issywhizz]

I was just wondering, do people actually run when it is pouring down with rain or do you run when it’s a light shower? Weird question but just wondering the type of rain shower people run in..... ha that sounds sooo odd

[John_W Graduate Ambassador]

Both.

[Maurs12 Graduate]

I tend to wait for it to ease off it it’s pouring down as light rain doesn’t bother me at all - quite refreshing if it isn’t cold - but I think heavy rain would be a bit miserable.

[Issywhizz Graduate in reply to Maurs12]

Yeh I was kind of thinking the same.. would it be enjoyable to run in pouring rain but with our weather seeming to consist of mostly rain lately, I was wondering if I should just get out there in it

[ParisC25K in reply to Issywhizz]

Get a mini trampoline and run on that inside. I was doing really well on the podcasts til I fell down the stairs and sprained both ankles back in May. Now almost back to normal although my therapist won't allow me yet to train til the pain and inflammation has lessened. My freedom is my bike, that I'm allowed to do thank god!!!

[Jools2020 Graduate]

I don’t start out in torrential rain, but quite like running in light rain.

Trouble is, I’ve been caught out, when light rain turns into torrential rain! Then all you can do is carry on running and laugh 😂

I hate it when you get home and have to peel off clothes that are completely saturated. Not fun! But then the hot shower feels divine ......😀

[Issywhizz Graduate in reply to Jools2020]

Hee yes I guess there’s no choice when it starts to pour down. I love walking in the rain, I guess running could be equally as refreshing, sort of..

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate]

Personally I don't really like running in the rain, however, I ran 10 miles in July and it rained for most of the run, it didn't cause me any harm whatsoever, but if its lashing down I'll wait until the rain goes off before I run, there are a few runners on this forum who love running in the rain ☔.

[Issywhizz Graduate in reply to AlMorr]

I guess it’s something to try isn’t it. I didn’t know if it held back your pace due to the rain lashing in your face 😊

[BaddieThePirate Graduate]

I’m solar powered and find it hard to get out in the rain, however when I’ve been caught out I’ve enjoyed it. Just so long as you’re warm enough...

[Hidden]

Ahhhh now Issywhizz we in Wales favour the wet kinda of rain 👍🌧️.

Either the drizzly- mizzle that sneaks up on you and quietly soaks you whilst you're unaware, or the full blown Welsh traditional downpour. As long as my running loop/route doesn't leave me too far from home and a dry towel all's good 🙂

[Issywhizz Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Yes I was wondering between the drizzle and full blown downpour, which is easier. I’m guessing the drizzle. It seems like I’m gonna just have to get out there and try it 😊

[Dexy5 Graduate]

I’m a wimp and won’t go out in the rain, but if it starts when I’m out there I’ll carry on. It’s been everything from a fine drizzle to absolute downpour and I have to admit, it can be fun. ⚠️ running in a hailstorm hurts 😬

[GA0907 Graduate]

I ran last week in a biblical downpour. Was completely drenched. And it was my favourite run to date! Empty streets, didn’t get too hot and totally joyous. I’m aiming to run tomorrow again when it looks like heavy rain, however this time, I will leave a towel by the front door before I set out!

[Issywhizz Graduate in reply to GA0907]

Ah wow this is good to hear that it was your favourite run to date! I like that 😊

[itselenax Graduate]

I don't mind leaving the house for a run if it's just a bit of light rain, but if it's heavy then no way lol! If it starts raining heavily when I'm already out for my run then it doesn't bother me as it's quite refreshing but the thought of purposely leaving the house when it's torrential...

[Issywhizz Graduate in reply to itselenax]

Yeh that’s what I’m thinking... even a normal downpour, is it worth it

[itselenax Graduate in reply to Issywhizz]

For me, no but I just don't like to get my hair wet haha

[Issywhizz Graduate in reply to itselenax]

Hee same here 😊😆

[Wordsearch]

Im new to running on wk 6 now i like running in the rain and the cooler weather.🙂

[Issywhizz Graduate in reply to Wordsearch]

I’m with you, I quite like running in the cooler weather 😊

[Cp1965 Graduate]

I don't especially like running in the rain, wearing glasses it's a bit of a pain tbh having to either keep wiping them or take them off and risk bumping into stuff! Rain in itself isn't too bad, but the combo this time of year of rain and cold gets into my arthritic shoulder and causes me quite a bit of pain. So, given the choice, I'd rather wait for it to go off!

[PhoenixRise Graduate]

Running in the rain is not my favourite pastime! 😠 I try to wait for a light shower window but as others have said - you can get caught in a downpour! ☔️ I just keep repeating in my head that ‘I’m waterproof’ and push on! I have to wear either a baseball cap 🧢 or a beanie to stop water pouring down my face which is my number one pet peeve of running in the rain. The key is get home in the dry, peel your saturated clothes off and stretch in a hot shower! 🚿