Do any of you run outside when it's raining or snowing?

Francine_rivas

If so how do you do it? I hate running on a treadmill and would much rather run outside but it's always raining (((( and in the winter it snows allllllllot

yesimpson

I quite like running in the rain. Much nicer than running in the heat. I just wear running tights and a waterproof Nike jacket so my phone is safe in the pocket. Running in the rain sort of reminds me of being a little kid, and doing things because they were fun regardless of the weather or who might see you.

kimlight2

I love running in the rain and snow.,I am just mindful in the winter of ice. I do everything I can to avoid the treadmill lol.

Francine_rivas

kimlight2 wrote: »

I love running in the rain and snow.,I am just mindful in the winter of ice. I do everything I can to avoid the treadmill lol.

How do you stay safe like not slipping? Are there special shoes you can wear that help prevent slipping? I know just walk on the ice but just walking on it scares me lol. I see people running in the snow and I'm like wow how do you do it

andylllI

You can get some things for your shoes. I have yaktrax but there are lots of variations.

http://www.yaktrax.ca

fbinsc

I don't run on ice, but I run in rain and snow.
No trick, just go

ninerbuff

I did when I used to live in Northern Virginia. Just wear the right clothing.

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pianoplaya94

Rain? Sure... I don't melt. Snow? I basically hibernate in the winter and spend a total of like an hour outside in 4 months. I avoid it like the plague since I HATE winter... the irony is that I live in Canada so it is an unavoidable consequence.

bwogilvie

Running in the rain is great! After all, skin is waterproof. I wear amber sunglasses if it's not too dark out, or clear over-the-glasses safety glasses if it's dark, along with a cap or visor, to keep rain out of my eyes. I wear a reflective belt (the one in my profile picture). My feet get wet, but they get wet when I run anyway. I don't bother with waterproof gear, since if it's truly waterproof, I'd be soaked by my own sweat; I'd rather have the sweat washed away by the rain. The only exception is that if I have my phone, I put it in a ziplock bag.

Running during a snowfall can be magical. The flakes absorb sound, so unless the wind is blowing hard it's often really quiet. If there's freshly fallen snow that hasn't been packed down, I run in Salomon Speedcross 3 trail shoes that have pointy lugs for traction. If the snow has been compacted, or if there's ice, I use my regular running shoes with a pair of Kahtoola NanoSpikes (much better than Yaktrax, in my opinion). I slow down a bit and use particular care when changing direction.

Edited to add: there are also snowshoes that are made for running.

RuNaRoUnDaFiEld

I run in the winter and rain no problem, it is the heat that zaps the life out of me!

Give it a try next time it rains, it won't bother you after 60 seconds, after 6 minutes your glad of the cool down

softblondechick

No. Visibility factor during winter is lower. Same as running in rain, if you are crossing streets, at dusk, dark. Daylight hours, no, I have fallen on ice, it is not a "run".

There is fitness, and there is having sense to stay safe.

BrianSharpe

Dress appropriately and you can run outside all year 'round. I won't run if there's an ice storm or thunderstorm but other than that. (and by dressing "appropriately" visibility is a factor, in addition to hi-viz coloured clothes with reflective trim I have a petzl headlamp that I use)

Justthisgirl1994

I ran a 5k once when it was completely pouring! I live in Vancouver, so that's saying a lot haha. It made me feel really bad *kitten*, esp after I was soaked and didn't care anymore.
Just buy some waterproof gear if you wanna do it frequently

kimlight2

As the above people mentioned, you can get special cleats for your shoes. I use regular running shoes and keep looking down. They don't use road salt in my development so I am usually pretty safe there or in the park by my house. It only took 1 slip and almost fall (90lb doberman running buddy caught me before I hit the ground or I should say I caught him) before I learned to slow down. I dress in layers in the winter usually a long sleeve shirt and a light water proof jacket, hat and gloves and I am good to go. In the rain just a short sleeve shirt (no white shirts LOL ) and a baseball hat because I hate rain in my eyes and I am a happy camper.

mwyvr

kimlight2 wrote: »

I love running in the rain and snow.,I am just mindful in the winter of ice. I do everything I can to avoid the treadmill lol.

Likewise... I have not once stepped foot on a treadmill since I started running again in September 2014; I'd rather take some time off from running than run on a treadmill and really it is only ice that will stop me.

I live in Vancouver BC - the Pacific Northwest - and it rains here practically all winter. If I waited out the rain my volume would drop huge and I don't want that, so I run regardless of rain or weather and make it a point to go out in the rainiest stormy weather that we get. It's too easy to start saying "I can't" (which means "I don't want to") run in the rain.

I'll run in snow if it is compact not knee deep but ice on the other hand... I don't run on ice.

Visibility and awareness is key. Between clothing and headlamps visibility is easy to arrange. Stay aware. Leave the headphones at home. Have fun. Get wet!

PS: I'm running these days sock-less in minimalist "bare" style shoes. Running in really wet weather, through puddles and such is no problem - the water just runs out.

skippygirlsmom

I run outside all year round. I don't run on ice and don't run if it's under 50 and raining. I have no need to be miserable. I did run all winter down to 5 degrees. You just have to dress for the weather and go.

Leslierussell4134

I love running/walking/being in the rain. Just wish southern California had more of it.

cheshirecatastrophe

The key to running in the rain is leaving a towel and a change of clothes right by the door before you leave.

Also, if you run with your phone, a Lifeproof (waterproof) case or Ziploc bag or some such.

WhatMeRunning

Like many others, rain is zero problem, especially since switching to compression running gear. Find some moisture wicking running socks you like. I grab my Injinji midweight socks any time I will do long runs in the rain. Most running shoes have lots of ventilation so any excess water can come out and not pool up in your shoes, and when it stops raining will help your feet dry quickly especially with wicking socks. I also use a hat to keep rain out of my eyes. Most won't go this far, but when I needed a new phone I picked the water resistant one and am thankful every rainstorm for that.

In winter I run in snow without a second thought. Biting cold as well, you just need proper layering (without overdoing it), a hoodie can be helpful too. I do not run on ice. They treat the streets like mad around here with success, so Yaktrax can't work since so many areas will be ice/snow free but maybe just wet, while a similar looking area might be a dangerously slick ice patch. Not worth the risk.

JoRocka

dress appropriately- and head out there. no special anything.

Psychgrrl

I run in the rain. I live in Southern California, so the weather is never too bad. Actually, with this drought, I wish I could run in the rain more! Wear the right gear and have lots of reflective clothing and gadgets so cars/bikes see you!

Mr_Knight

Dressing right for the weather makes a *huge* difference.

Christine_72

pianoplaya94 wrote: »

the irony is that I live in Canada so it is an unavoidable consequence.

Whenever I complain about the cold. I always,always say to myself "well at least I don't live in Canada "

I don't know how you guys bare it! I live in Australia, and the mornings have been 3 degrees Celsius lately (37 Farenheit). I can not stand it!

mwyvr

Here in Vancouver 3 degrees C **as a high** would be considered cold for much of the winter but yes in the morning 1 - 3C is common for about 40 days in the middle of winter.

I can't recall weather stopping me from running once last winter, but this part of Canada isn't the Canada a lot of non-Canadians picture when it comes to winter weather. There are palm trees growing near the beach. Imported of course, but they grow here. Big even!

DuckReconMajor

Throw on a hoodie/extra layers and be careful not to slip.

Christine_72

mwyvr wrote: »

Here in Vancouver 3 degrees C **as a high** would be considered cold for much of the winter but yes in the morning 1 - 3C is common for about 40 days in the middle of winter.

I can't recall weather stopping me from running once last winter, but this part of Canada isn't the Canada a lot of non-Canadians picture when it comes to winter weather. There are palm trees growing near the beach. Imported of course, but they grow here. Big even!

I thought you guys got down to -30 in winter. Not sure where I heard that lol

Mr_Knight

christinev297 wrote: »

pianoplaya94 wrote: »

the irony is that I live in Canada so it is an unavoidable consequence.

Whenever I complain about the cold. I always,always say to myself "well at least I don't live in Canada "

I don't know how you guys bare it! I live in Australia, and the mornings have been 3 degrees Celsius lately (37 Farenheit). I can not stand it!

Canada is a big place with lots of different climates - it was 37 on my deck this afternoon.

Christine_72

Mr_Knight wrote: »

christinev297 wrote: »

pianoplaya94 wrote: »

the irony is that I live in Canada so it is an unavoidable consequence.

Whenever I complain about the cold. I always,always say to myself "well at least I don't live in Canada "

I don't know how you guys bare it! I live in Australia, and the mornings have been 3 degrees Celsius lately (37 Farenheit). I can not stand it!

Canada is a big place with lots of different climates - it was 37 on my deck this afternoon.

yeah, I forget how huge Canada and America is

mwyvr

christinev297 wrote: »

I thought you guys got down to -30 in winter. Not sure where I heard that lol

We can find you -30C easily in some parts of the country but here on the wet west coast the trend has been warmer.

Last year was a terrible ski season for much of British Columbia. Very little snow and too-warm temperatures meant the local mountains were often barren and even Whistler (where many Aussies flock to for temporary work here) had a bad snow season.

Tomorrow is forecast to be +30C at the airport (which is on the ocean)... that's almost unheard of. In the interior high 30's is likely. I may go see a movie.

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mwyvr

Kinda wishing for cooler temps right now honestly. Rain would be lovely. Really lovely. And I'd run in it. Please oh please let it rain! Damn... no such luck.