Warm Running

Due to diss editing I didn't get out the door until 11 today - and boy did I pay the price. We're already in the high 70s low 80s and I was really feeling it today. I'm slowing back down to my 10 min/mile pace in this heat. Hopefully I'll adjust and speed back up again, but I'm definitely heading into the running season where it's an accomplishment to get out the door and run, regardless of the pace.

I did only 5 miles today and it's just reaffirming my relief at signing up for the 5 mile race instead of the 10 miler. I could do the 10, but I'll actually ENJOY doing the 5. Super cool thing about this race? Fleet Feet is sponsoring a middle of the pack prize! The man and woman who finish dead in the middle of all finishers will win a Garmin Forerunner. Boy oh boy do I want that running gadget. Guess we'll see.

What do I do to beat the heat? 

#1 most important thing I wear is a hat. A good wicking running cap to keep the sun off my face and absorb the sweat (thus preventing sunscreen from running into my eyes) is key to my summer running routine.