April 25, 2014
“Raindrops keep fallin’ on my head” – BJ Thomas
As you may recall, I ran the LOVE Run Philadelphia Half Marathon about a month ago. It rained the entire race (a record breaking 3 inches) and it was definitely a learning experience! Below is one of my free race photos from that day (yeah I am that watch girl).
Prior to the race I did a quick Google search and tweet for running in the rain advice. Below are five tips that I found most useful:
1. Hat or visor – The brim will act as a barrier between the rain and your face. You will still get wet (especially if it is windy), but I was most pleased with this piece of gear.
2. Trash bag or disposable poncho – I wore a trashbag to the start (something you can do when it is chilly out as well) and discarded it before I ran (to the side of the road – I did not want anyone tripping over my bag). Some people wore their bags the entire race. If you look at my photo, the lady to my right had a disposable poncho – that was smart! Ponchos are usually roomy and clear enough to keep your bib visible.
3. Phone in a zip-lock bag – Nothing is worse than a soaked phone right? I put my phone in a small bag and I could still swipe. I may use this as it gets hotter as sweat + smartphones do not play nice.
4. Capris or tights – Capris are my go to bottoms. If I wore shorts, my legs probably would have chaffed. If I wore looser fitting pants, they may have soaked up the water and sag.
5. Vaseline or BodyGlide –This is one item I did not use that I wish I had! Vaseline or BodyGlide can help with chaffing. I had cuts from my heart rate monitor strap and bra due to the rain.
Today I am linking up with Mar, Courtney,and Cynthia, definitely check out their blogs and linkup.
Do you have any tips for running in the rain?
Have you trained in the rain before?
