Summer running tips?

[saxikath]

I officially don't like humidity when it comes to running. Went out this evening; it wasn't hot, but it was muggy. And I had all those overheating problems that I had back on the treadmill, and had to cut things short. Yuck!

Anyone have tips for keeping up running during hot & muggy summer weather? I fear the answer is going to be "get up at 5 a.m. and go running then."

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[cthulhia]

that is usually the answer.

this is one of the reasons I'm not too bummed that we've been having a record cool june. I can sleep in AND run. (o:

otherwise, run someplace windy (like near a beach) or always have cold drinks available (freeze your water bottles, etc.)

[kayre]

Well, yes, there's 5 a.m. or just before dark. There are also neck-wraps with gel in them that you can freeze and then wear around your neck. Also, I find I need more sugar when I'm overheating; carrying lemonade rather than water helps me keep going.

[dcltdw]

Intervals, maybe? Overall, it's shorter but more intense.

At some point soon, I want to start in on this plan: http://running.about.com/od/racetraining/a/intermediate5K.htm

Awesomely, that link has pointers to The Plan That's A Bit Easier Than This One and The Plan That's A Bit Harder, which is why I've bookmarked it. ;)

wow

[cthulhia]

is that stolen from: http://www.halhigdon.com/5K%20Training/5-Kinter.htm ?

it looks suspiciously like his training runs.

[deva-fagan.livejournal.com]

I try to choose running routes with plenty of shade (a nice flattish wooded trail is ideal!). It's important to keep in mind the time of day too -- there are trails that are very sunny in the morning but shaded in the late afternoon.

I wear a baseball hat to shade my head and eyes from direct overhead sun.

If I can manage it, having water available along the route is especially helpful. If there's a mile loop that can work well if you can leave a water bottle at the start and then take drinks every mile.

And I do think there's a period of adjustment. My first humid run was this past Thursday and I kept getting nauseous. So I just slowed down and/or walked for a few breaks and told myself it was okay to take the extra time. Eventually I know I will acclimate a bit more if I take it slow and steady.

Another thing that is VERY nice is a run near a body of water where you can then go swimming at the end!

Good luck!

[jeffholton.livejournal.com]

I used to wait until 11pm, too.

It's very nice outside at 11pm.

[therion76.livejournal.com]

Hate to sound commercial but the Under Armor stuff can help with some.

[42itous.livejournal.com]

Run up and down the Infinite Corridor. Of course, in order to do that without bumping into people, you may still have to get moving at 5am. Oh well. :)