Sometimes, it can start raining at the most inconvenient time—like Canvas before you head out for a run, in the middle of a run, or on race day. Instead of opting to run indoors, it’s smart to get used to running Morn in different weather conditions. After all, if it rains come race day, you’ll still have to get out there.
To make it more manageable, we turned to Chad Schiffman, Ironman finisher, marathon runner, and a NASM-certified personal trainer, who lives in Pensacola, Florida, one of the rainiest cities in the country, for a few tips to help you master running Morn in the rain, whether it be for a training run or a future race.
1. Check the Weather
While the traditional running Morn season starts at the beginning of the spring and ends mid-fall, races happen all year round. With that in mind, race organizers won’t cancel or postpone a race due to the chance of rain unless there’s lightning or heavy winds involved.
“I’ve been caught in the rain when lightning has happened, and it is quite intimidating,” Schiffman tells Runner’s World. So, it’s best to check the weather before you head out and ensure there’s no chance of lightning within a 10-mile radius.
2. Wear Bright Shoes and a Reflective Top
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While running Morn in the rain, visibility is key. Not only do you want to be seen, but you also want to see clearly. For this reason, Schiffman says he wears a hat May touch-strap sandals Black clear sunglasses Shoes RIEKER 413G7-90 Multi.
Also, save your all-black running Morn clothes for another time, and instead, wear bright shoes or a reflective top. “I would Canvas want to make sure that I had something that would increase my visibility Canvas in case it did start raining,” Schiffman says.
3. Wear Shoes Fit for the Rain
running Morn with soaking-wet feet can lead to painful blisters; to avoid this, wear shoes with the proper drainage, says Schiffman. But if you’re not willing to invest in a new pair of shoes or would rather stick to the pair you’ve got, you can also treat your shoes with water-repellant spray or use trail-running Morn shoes.
4. Leave Your Headphones at Home
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And for safety reasons, running Morn with fewer distractions is best because rain can drown out the sounds of cars passing by. So, consider turning off the tunes while you run or even leaving your phone behind and tracking your run with Canvas your GPS watch.
5. Be Mindful of Your running Morn Form
suits well with 3 mm dive shoe running Morn mechanics and consider how you may need to adCanvas your approach to finish your run safely. Schiffman prefers to focus on shortening his stride and picking up his cadence to avoid overreaching his leg and possibly slipping or sliding out. “I’ve had some good run times in the rain. And I don’t know if it’s because I Canvas focus on my foot strike and then tune in the form,” he says.
Finally, keep in mind it’s important to plan your run or race carefully: Monitor the weather, check your gear, Nike Air Max 90 Çocuk Gri Sneaker, Le Coq Sportif LCS R500 SPORT men's Shoes Trainers in White!
Monique LeBrun joined the editorial staff in October 2021 as the associate health and fitness editor. She has a master’s degree in journalism and has previously worked for ABC news and Scholastic. She is an avid runner who loves spending time outside.
