Do you run in the rain? Do you care if people are starring a

xginanax

Yessss I do!

I have just started C25K and although it is summer here in NZ we have had a few rainy days. I do my running at my kids school field and do it barefoot so the rain is a really beautiful feeling!

I'M FROM AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND TOO GIRL! HAHAHA

AllergicToExercise

If I saw someone running in the rain I would notice them but only because I would be impressed by their dedication!

Andrew_OB

Yes we often run in the rain but avoid lightening and heavy downpours if running more than 1 hour. Enjoy and good luck.

BeautyFromPain

I would run in the rain if I didn't wear glasses,... they get soaked and I can't see anything

upsydaisytoo

I admire anyone who run's or cycles in the rain. I must admit I do tend to stare but only because I wonder where they get their motivation from. Let's face it if you enjoy running and live in the UK you don't have much choice but to run in the rain most of the time, after all it's been raining since Christmas Day pretty much without a break.

DoncasterPhotography

yes.. and no.

I run in the rain. Love it. No I dont care if anyone stares... I got over that one a long time back. People look at you whether its raining or not.

shanighias

I live in a country where running is not so serious and its odd if you see any one running here on roads and despite of this and my shyness I run whether its raining or not! And I love to run in rain!

MindyBlack

Yes, I do frequently run/walk/jog in the rain, even if it is pretty darn cold. I do have my limits though. If it is cold, wet and very windy I'll find another way to get a workout.
I have long since ceased to care if people think I am nuts!

stylistchik

I do run in the rain and as long as it's over 40 degrees I actually enjoy it. People might stare but hey, I'm out jogging and you're in your car. In my mind they aren't saying "wow, she's crazy" they're saying "wow, she's dedicated.":bigsmile:

stylistchik

I would run in the rain if I didn't wear glasses,... they get soaked and I can't see anything

This makes a huge difference! lol I always wear my contacts to work out, rain or shine, even if I go home to put my glasses on again afterward. :laugh:

Di3012

Okay My question is, would you still run in the rain? but the weather is not cold any-ways, just raining?? and do you care if people on the road are staring at you running? I ask this because i live in a main street, i got a cross trainer at home but i just want to go out with my iPod and run but i care about what people are thinking, people that are driving by and looking at me lol .

They're probably not really staring, you maybe feel a little self-conscious and think they are looking. Most likely they are looking because you are moving and people tend to look when they see movement. Hell, I look if I see a leaf blowing in the wind!

Stick your i-pod on and go for that run, once you have done it two or three times, you probably won't even notice other people at all.

When I see people running outdoors, I'm not looking because I think they are crazy, I am looking and admiring how good they are for getting off their butts, truly.

bigdawg62

I run in the rain, snow, sleet, wind, heat, cold, night, I run in whatever conditions mother nature throws at me. If I only ran in nice weather then I would only be running about twice a week. Who cares who stares at whom, focus on your run and ignore the other people.

bigdawg62

I run in the rain, snow, sleet, wind, heat, cold, night, I run in whatever conditions mother nature throws at me. If I only ran in nice weather then I would only be running about twice a week. Who cares who stares at whom, focus on your run and ignore the other people.

CommandaPanda

I wear a wind breaker-type jacket in the rain, regardless of temperature. Your shirt tends to get drenched in a few moments of time. I also wear my crappy shoes because I don't want it to effect my next-days workout. Plus, I always think of one of the military's motto's while I'm running in the rain, "if it's raining, we're training".

I don't care if people are staring at me, most of the time they don't really have any opinion. The typical thought is "gee, I wish I would get off my butt and run". No big deal.

MelissaGraham7

Running in the rain makes me feel like a kid again - and, as others above, I've had some of my best runs in the rain! But, you need to leave the electronics at home or make sure they don't get wet. I ruined an iPod in the rain. LOL. When I first started jogging and was more overweight, I worried a bit about people looking at me and would walk every time I was near a person....it didn't take too long to get over that. I mean, no body looks good running. hahahahahahaha. Most of us look like we are in deep concentration or something. Who cares? Forget about others and just have a good time!

fteale

I do run in the rain, but not if it is absolutely blowing a gale as well as that's just grim, and I figure exercise should be enjoyable, not a chore.

I don't like meeting people on my runs, but it's unavoidable. I am much happier if I don't, though.

runlaugheatpie

I run in the rain as long as it's not bucketing down and lightning. I run in all weather pretty much as long as it's not really dangerous. I won't run outside if the ground is covered in ice (but if I got some of those trax thingees for my shoes I'd do that as well).

People honk, yell, say crap to me... I don't care. Sometimes I get mad about it and I react, other times I just keep going. I wouldn't leave the house if I worried about what people thought of me.

(I also cycle in the rain)

I remember the first time I was out running and the heavens just opened up. I was out with my husband - he went and hid under a bridge and I kept going. I never felt so ALIVE! It was truly amazing. Of course I lost my husband though because I didn't realise he wasn't still behind me but we found each other shortly afterwards so all turned out well

It's raining now and I'm going to get dressed to go out. I live in the Netherlands, it rains here a lot.

sgtlittle

I learned to live with that when I was in the Marines. "If it ain't raining, we aren't training" You're going to get wet from sweat anyway...go for it.

FitFi74

Living in Northern England - we have little choice! ;-) My blog today is about being drowned on runs!

MaximalLife

No, I have so many other cardio alternatives, running in the rain is not happening.

Hayesgang

I'm not a runner but I'll tell you that whenever I see someone (regardless of age, size, speed) running in the rain, snow or cold, I watch them as I pass, even in the rearview mirror sometimes and secretly admire them. I see that person as strong, motivated and not detered by anything.

Be strong and proud - Who cares what anyone else thinks because you never know what it is and in their car they may be saying "You go girl"

TourThePast

Bit of drizzle maybe, but not a downpour in the winter because I don't enjoy feeling cold, and I have many of other far more pleasant exercise options open to me. Happy to walk in the rain though.

As for people in cars staring at me, I've no idea whether they do or not, and wouldn't care if they did stare or what they thought. The opinions of total strangers have never been a factor in my choosing whether to do something or not, only the opinion of people I care about.

Really, I've no interest in people in cars when I'm running, I'm focussed on the hedges and fields and just enjoying being outdoors.

Health_Gal

I ran a 5k in the rain yesterday. It was almost cold enough for the rain to turn to snow, but other than the fact that my feet were pretty cold by the end of the race from my shoes being soaked from stepping in puddles I could not avoid, it wasn't too bad.

tracym17

Yes I run in the rain. I've only recently started running so maybe my motivation is still high enough that it doesn't bother me but the few times I have been out so far it has been pouring - I do live in Scotland though so I dont really have a lot of choice. I dont care if people are lookiing at me either, gives them something to talk about, lol.

Dumbell_Diva

I actually love running in the rain! I find it so envigorating. I think its that feeling of being at one with nature. I usually run laps around a field near to me, so it can look beautiful in the rain...although soggy running shoes and wet socks are not a good feeling!!! I dont enjoy running in public places, however, I always feel people are watching me! If I had the choice I would run on grass rather than concrete. I havent been running for 2 months, but will start again once the children are back in school!

surfrgrl1

I say go for it. While I am not a runner, I love the rain, and enjoy going for walks in it. I take an umbrella, which I'm sure you can't do when running, but I say if the temperature and wind permit, get out there and kick it!

bshedwick

I recently bought some rain gear to run in, so I will run in the rain.

Running in the cold and rain can suck, but on a warm summer day, there is nothing as awesome as a nice run in the rain. I love it!

fteale

For the people worried about negative comments - that says something about the people making the comments, not you. I have had people saying all sorts of nasty things to me over the years, regardless of my weight. Some people are just nobbers. And knowing they are such, they should be completely ignored. I get many many times more positive comments from passers by when I am running than I do negative. Most people are really impressed by someone out running. Anyone who isn't is an idiot who deserves to be ignored.

Sweeterescape

Do it!! It's definitely a great feeling. And people are only staring in admiration if they stare, believe me they're probably thinking "wow she's hardcore! I wish I could do that!"

Go for it, and at the end of the day, your health and weightless journey is about you and no one else. Be proud that you're doing great things for yourself!

ddiestler

I'm fairly new to calling myself a runner...however, I remember thinking one warm drizzly day..wow, this would be a great day for a run. I plan on doing that the next time it rains.

I live in Wisconsin and we get snow and lots of cold weather. Every morning on my way to work I see this woman running.. rain, shine, and snow.. I think wow, what dedication! I only hope to achieve that.

so, like many others have said..go for it!