tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post7722144881452964610..comments2024-03-26T12:01:11.769-05:00Comments on Running on the Fly: Summer Running Coping StrategiesKim at Running on the Flyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-60269346297450060722018-07-08T14:52:55.884-05:002018-07-08T14:52:55.884-05:00I forgot to mention seeking shade...sometimes (if ...I forgot to mention seeking shade...sometimes (if I'm out during the midday) I'll switch back and forth on the sides of the street depending on where the most shade isKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-69093595177844208922018-07-08T14:51:47.190-05:002018-07-08T14:51:47.190-05:00total agreement!!!! I'll take the heat over th...total agreement!!!! I'll take the heat over the cold any day, no questions asked. Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-86487184273588539452018-07-08T14:51:23.307-05:002018-07-08T14:51:23.307-05:00Ugh... I hope he's not trying to run especiall...Ugh... I hope he's not trying to run especially fast or far LOLKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-50452682316438736332018-07-08T14:50:50.848-05:002018-07-08T14:50:50.848-05:00ha ha ha...surely you don't think summer runni...ha ha ha...surely you don't think summer running is dumb, do you? ;-)Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-92000415389711053682018-07-08T14:50:22.482-05:002018-07-08T14:50:22.482-05:00Summer running doesn't have to be so tough...w...Summer running doesn't have to be so tough...we all just need to respect the heat.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-46236989096651766042018-07-08T14:49:44.770-05:002018-07-08T14:49:44.770-05:00Great strategy! Even just a few seconds in a coole...Great strategy! Even just a few seconds in a cooler setting can make a huge difference!Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-45913115254378075502018-07-08T14:49:04.319-05:002018-07-08T14:49:04.319-05:00I agree...it's always a bonus getting to see t...I agree...it's always a bonus getting to see the sunrise ;-)Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-86222717108007769892018-07-08T14:48:44.130-05:002018-07-08T14:48:44.130-05:00I have not done any late evening runs in awhile......I have not done any late evening runs in awhile...I've been so busy with all of those early morning outingsKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-22923810424197143422018-07-08T14:47:52.343-05:002018-07-08T14:47:52.343-05:00The dry heat is a special kind of challenge, thoug...The dry heat is a special kind of challenge, though. When I was in Vegas for the RnR, I couldn't believe how I was constantly thirsty even though I didn't feel that warm.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-64481023452766735882018-07-08T14:46:34.197-05:002018-07-08T14:46:34.197-05:00YOU're doing great! I think adjusting expectat...YOU're doing great! I think adjusting expectations is crucial, no matter how far or how fast one wants to run.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-77072836886150472372018-07-08T14:45:49.425-05:002018-07-08T14:45:49.425-05:00That's a great idea about the ice melting!That's a great idea about the ice melting!Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-80246080152489728282018-07-08T14:45:22.615-05:002018-07-08T14:45:22.615-05:00Yes, fall smiles ;-)Yes, fall smiles ;-)Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-78267529207323346782018-07-08T14:45:05.834-05:002018-07-08T14:45:05.834-05:00I agree...it's all about the mindset and being...I agree...it's all about the mindset and being smart about the weatherKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-62368122023152393912018-07-07T14:29:11.409-05:002018-07-07T14:29:11.409-05:00I love summer but those hot/humid runs are definit...I love summer but those hot/humid runs are definitely a challenge. Running early, seeking shade, dressing right and drinking plenty are great tips. Teamarciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03843904545493985865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-3020984779095567262018-07-05T16:07:03.629-05:002018-07-05T16:07:03.629-05:00These are great tips! I hate running in heat but I...These are great tips! I hate running in heat but I can deal with it better then bitter coldRachhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13133393278571822391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-33415111409479207102018-07-05T12:42:02.543-05:002018-07-05T12:42:02.543-05:00Awesome tips Kim! I ran into a runner yesterday at...Awesome tips Kim! I ran into a runner yesterday at the 5k I did who said "I adjust to running in the heat by running at 1 and 2 pm. Outside." I'll have to share this with him!Marc Pelerinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05373811159791248769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-29663376311539436532018-07-05T12:36:11.765-05:002018-07-05T12:36:11.765-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Marc Pelerinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05373811159791248769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-84930018207748372272018-07-05T11:08:48.745-05:002018-07-05T11:08:48.745-05:00All on point. I'm never a hero when it's s...All on point. I'm never a hero when it's summer. Haha. I love running in the heat but I slow waaaaay down and walk a lot. I have no shame.Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15193908033841365965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-88032200878495516792018-07-04T14:29:13.647-05:002018-07-04T14:29:13.647-05:00These are great suggestions and reminder to be awa...These are great suggestions and reminder to be aware of when running in the summer. Thanks for the reminder and tips.Faithfueledmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09193275902940960803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-4228828980269952112018-07-04T10:53:51.218-05:002018-07-04T10:53:51.218-05:00Great tips! When I have to do long runs in the sum...Great tips! When I have to do long runs in the summer for marathon training, I like to break it up into several smaller loops from my rec center. I stop after every loop, go inside to cool off in the air conditioning, hydrate, get a little something to eat, and head out again. Meditations in Motionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08406003928113822953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-57417795318092780982018-07-04T10:05:17.920-05:002018-07-04T10:05:17.920-05:00All awesome tips! I actually enjoy running early -...All awesome tips! I actually enjoy running early - I get my miles done and get to see the sunrise! Annmariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03667924422069420830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-60699065588879646822018-07-04T08:17:22.834-05:002018-07-04T08:17:22.834-05:00Very much agreed with you! I think the early morni...Very much agreed with you! I think the early morning and late evening/night are the only times I'd be able to run in this weather, haha. Agreed with the hydration (and everything else you mentioned) as well!Farrahhttp://www.fairyburger.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-51106833114150190622018-07-04T07:37:41.801-05:002018-07-04T07:37:41.801-05:00Running early is what saves me. I’m fortunate that...Running early is what saves me. I’m fortunate that it’s not as humid here, so the mornings can be decent. Until August that is, when all bets are off and it’s frequently in the 90s even at 5 or 6 am.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04808535651561822721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-53211464462161140382018-07-04T05:49:47.632-05:002018-07-04T05:49:47.632-05:00I have been trying to get up earlier for my runs a...I have been trying to get up earlier for my runs and it is helping a bit. I just need to adapt a few more weeks and remember to adjust my expectations for sure.Deborah Brookshttp://www.confessionsofamotherrunner.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-7942771066722949462018-07-03T21:13:03.796-05:002018-07-03T21:13:03.796-05:00Post-sunset running would be way too late for me! ...Post-sunset running would be way too late for me! Guess I should start getting up earlier...<br /><br />When I lived in hotter places, I would set a glass of ice on the porch when I started my run...when I looped back around halfway through the run it would be mostly melted but still ice cold.Hannah @ Prepare for Adventurehttps://www.prepareforadventure.comnoreply@blogger.com