Logging the wet miles

Thunderstorms likely this morning. Then the chance of scattered thunderstorms this afternoon. High 78F. Winds E at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 90%.

For once, the weather man had it right.  I clearly should've taken his warning more seriously before starting out on my 12 mile run this morning.  

I wish I had a camera to show you what I ran in and what I looked like when I finished.  Sadly, I only got 6 miles in.  This is two weeks in a row where I missed my long run (remember I was sick last weekend).  

I am wondering when the wrinkles will disappear from my poor feet.  The sloshing of the shoes was just not pleasant.  Another annoyance was the stinging eyes.  The rain, mixed with sweat, really stung.  Of course, the dripping, heavy clothes were no fun either.

What's your worst annoyance when you run in rain?

Wet Run!

Today's schedule called for a 70 minute training run. When we started out it was just barely dripping on us. Around mile 2 or 3 it turned into a light drizzle. No worries from me...it felt really good compared to the 90 degrees we've been running in lately.

Around mile 5, the downpour began. Again, I'm not too upset...I'm getting cooled down as I go. By mile 6, the rain is getting old. There is not a dry spot on me, it keeps making sweat go in my eyes (ouch), I'm mildly concerned about how much rain my iPod can withstand, and I'm just ready for this run to be over. Finished...Done....I've had enough!

Stats: 7 miles, 1:15. Soaked to the bone (but still smiling).

Have a great rest of your weekend!