Running in rain?

[Anonymous]

Do you run in the rain? It's supposed to rain tomorrow AM and I already skipped a day last week (I go 3 X a week) so I don't want to skip. I have a treadmill but it can't be as nice as going outside.... Do I put on a hat? Cross my fingers? Not go? What do you do?

[Anonymous]

Well, I HATE running in the rain so I always opt for the treadmill on those days. Just see how it is tomorrow morning and make a game-time decision.

[Anonymous]

Yes. Makes it less boring for a change. Just have to watch slippery bits.

[Anonymous]

Yes, I love it. Wear a hat, breathable rain shell, and clothes that will wick moisture - especially shorts and socks. No cotton socks!

[Anonymous]

Heck, yes. Me running in the rain is like Prince playing the SuperBowl: “Can you make it rain harder?”

[Anonymous]

In the summer, I run in the rain and generally enjoy it -- it can be refreshing. A baseball cap or visor can help if you don't like water in your eyes, but usually I just let myself get wet. The main downside is that it soaks my running shoes and is probably not great for the upper, so I usually wear an older pair and through them in the wash when I get home.

Also make sure you're running in an area with safe area. A track is best, but sidewalks are fine as long as they don't get slick. If running in a neighborhood, remember that crosswalks sometimes get slick in the painted parts. Make sure your shoes still have decent traction and be careful. But once you get used to it, you learn how to avoid any slick areas.

Also, the streets tend to be really empty during rain, which can make for a nice clear run and less dodging of pedestrians or cars. But wear reflective clothing and be careful of cars anyway, because the ones that are out have reduced visibility and may be distracted.

[Anonymous]

In the summer, it's the only comfortable time to run--I love running in the rain! I'd run in thunderstorms if I had my safety assured, but simple rain is great.

Fewer cyclists, fewer people with dogs, less likelihood of a sketchy person, and it's the only time in summer where I can feel "cool" and refreshed while running. Otherwise it's miserable.

I wear a hat and light clothing - nothing that gets super heavy when saturated.

Tread slowly in puddles (might be a rock that you can't see, causing an ankle twist), and be mindful of your steps. But otherwise... enjoy it. Running in the ran is fabulous.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Yes, I love it. Wear a hat, breathable rain shell, and clothes that will wick moisture - especially shorts and socks. No cotton socks!

Any suggestions for socks?

[Anonymous]

NP but don't your feet get soaked in the rain? Your shoes, socks and feet? It is so uncomfortable. How do you manage?

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Anonymous wrote:Yes, I love it. Wear a hat, breathable rain shell, and clothes that will wick moisture - especially shorts and socks. No cotton socks!

Any suggestions for socks?

Wear your usual running socks. Won't matter much unless you are running for more then hour. The less clothing the better. It just weighs you down. I enjoy running in the rain.

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Anonymous wrote:Yes, I love it. Wear a hat, breathable rain shell, and clothes that will wick moisture - especially shorts and socks. No cotton socks!

Any suggestions for socks?

Wear your usual running socks. Won't matter much unless you are running for more then hour. The less clothing the better. It just weighs you down. I enjoy running in the rain.

What if your shoes and socks get wet? You just run in them? It sounds really uncomfortable.

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Anonymous wrote:Yes, I love it. Wear a hat, breathable rain shell, and clothes that will wick moisture - especially shorts and socks. No cotton socks!

Any suggestions for socks?

Wear your usual running socks. Won't matter much unless you are running for more then hour. The less clothing the better. It just weighs you down. I enjoy running in the rain.

What if your shoes and socks get wet? You just run in them? It sounds really uncomfortable.

Yes, you just run and then peel off the socks and shoes when you get home. Running socks are thin and wicking so it's not like you're running in thick cotton crew socks. Leave the running shoes on a covered surface outside. They'll stink

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Anonymous wrote:Yes, I love it. Wear a hat, breathable rain shell, and clothes that will wick moisture - especially shorts and socks. No cotton socks!

Any suggestions for socks?

Wear your usual running socks. Won't matter much unless you are running for more then hour. The less clothing the better. It just weighs you down. I enjoy running in the rain.

What if your shoes and socks get wet? You just run in them? It sounds really uncomfortable.

Yes, you just run and then peel off the socks and shoes when you get home. Running socks are thin and wicking so it's not like you're running in thick cotton crew socks. Leave the running shoes on a covered surface outside. They'll stink

PP who said no cotton - yes, you use running/athletic socks which are thin and wick moisture. Your socks and shoes do get wet but you don't notice the moisture while you are running, it's just when you stop that you want to get them off. I lean my shoes against a radiator to dry, but outside and covered would work too.

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Anonymous wrote:Yes, I love it. Wear a hat, breathable rain shell, and clothes that will wick moisture - especially shorts and socks. No cotton socks!

Any suggestions for socks?

Wear your usual running socks. Won't matter much unless you are running for more then hour. The less clothing the better. It just weighs you down. I enjoy running in the rain.

What if your shoes and socks get wet? You just run in them? It sounds really uncomfortable.

Yes, you just run and then peel off the socks and shoes when you get home. Running socks are thin and wicking so it's not like you're running in thick cotton crew socks. Leave the running shoes on a covered surface outside. They'll stink

PP who said no cotton - yes, you use running/athletic socks which are thin and wick moisture. Your socks and shoes do get wet but you don't notice the moisture while you are running, it's just when you stop that you want to get them off. I lean my shoes against a radiator to dry, but outside and covered would work too.

I'm so nervous I'll mess up my new shoes. My old shoes have no grip left, so those won't work if it's slippery out. Also I have similar socks to these. It says moisture wicking. My other clothes should work. https://www.target.com/p/hanes-women-s-extended-size-10pk-low-cut-socks-8-12/-/A-79356814?preselect=13529718#lnk=sametab

[Anonymous]

No you need running socks like this:

https://feetures.com/collections/womens-running-socks-1/products/elite-ultra-light-no-show-tab-sock?variant=39336332427336

And if you run your shoes will get beat up, it's a fact of life. Wear the new shoes, dry them out, and you're fine.