It was cold yesterday, and today it is both cold and wet. Determined to be undaunted by mere weather, I waited until it was a medium drizzle rather than full downpour and suited up for my 2 mile interval run. I used a visor to keep as much of the rain off of my glasses as possible, and my old running shoes so that the new ones can stay clean a little longer. According to about.com, I had the right idea. They say:- Dress in layers if it's cold.
- Wear a hat with a brim.
- Don't overdress.
- Wear something bright so that you're visible.
- Wear old running shoes
- Prevent chafing (not necessary on short runs)
- Protect your electronics
- Dry your shoes and everything else thoroughly when you're done
- JUST RUN!
About.com was right, particularly on the last point. The hardest part of the whole thing was before I began, when I was looking out the window and saying, "Yuck! I just don't want to do this!" Once I got started, I found myself having a great run. I realized that the rain was refreshing, and the novelty made it more fun. I doubt that the novelty would carry over if it were a 10 mile run, but for a 2 mile run it was *perfect*. How do I know that? I ran my fastest 2 miles so far!
Até amanhã...
9/7/11 - 2.0 miles | 18:23 min | 6.6 mph | 211 kcal
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