Scared of running in the rain?
Use these tips from running coach Elizabeth Corkum to stay safe and embrace the elements.
Obviously, its impossible to control or even predict what raceday weather will look like.
The only way to check that youre prepared for all possible conditions?
Train in all possible conditions (except when its unsafe, of course).
And depending on where you live, sometimes there are rainy seasons, and thats just part of reality.
top running coach and personal trainer in New York City
Running in the rain doesnt have to feel like a slog.
In fact, according to Corkum, it can unlock a new, playful side of running.
Use her tips for fun, safe, and chafe-free rainy runs.
That means avoiding cotton and any non-technical fabrics, which can chafe and get heavy with moisture.
(And dont forget: Anti-chafing products are your friend.)
Im out there in a sports bra and shorts, she says.
The rain has a cooling effect on the skin, which is nice.
In colder weather, you may want to opt for a water-resistant layer.
And you dont want to waste energy worrying about the variable of vision.
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The bright design and reflective details help it perform double-duty by adding visibility.
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But its also usually fine to wear your regular training shoes, says Corkum.
Whats more important than waterproof shoes is grip.
double-check youre in shoes that arent super old where the grip is worn down, says Corkum.
Plan a safe route
A rainy forecast may be reason to rethinkwhereyoure going to be running.
Corkums ideal rainy route?
Veteran runner with lots of rainy runs under your belt?
give a shot to proceed with whatever workout you had planned.
New to runningor to running in the rain?
When to hop on the treadmill
Some conditions just arent safe to run in.
Its fine for runners to pick their battles, says Corkum.
Make rainy runs fun
Once youre wet, youre wet, says Corkum.
Because if you have that negative feedback loop going, youre not setting yourself up for a great day.
Plus, theres something that feels really badass about being out there in the rain, says Corkum.
It feels like the park is yours, she says.
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