It was one of those "it's not the heat, it's the humidity" kind of weeks.
Believe me, I am no stranger to these, especially once the temps start climbing. Do I love the heat? Yes! The humidity...not so much. But, it's my reality and I'll take it any day over the frigid temps of winter.
And, I'll gladly run in it without too many complaints. After all, at least it's not snowing. Glass half full, and all that jazz.
Yes, I'm a runner (I have been for 16+ years). I love lacing up and hitting the streets. I know the importance of fueling, hydrating, and re-hydrating after a long run or an especially hot/humid day.
But, there are several things most runners embrace that I have to turn my back on and take a pass. Trust me, there's no FOMO (or not much LOL). After all, running is a pretty individual thing.
Summer's here, even if the calendar doesn't yet say so.
Personally, it's my favorite season for running. Yes, it's hot. It's also, more often than not, quite humid. Although it's not always comfortable, I don't have to guess how to dress for it (#GlassHalfFull).
Summer running has its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to health and safety. Most have worked hard to get to a certain level of fitness, and most aren't willing to give all that up for the sake of staying (safely) inside.
It IS possible to continue running outdoors, even in the heat of summer...here are a few suggestions to consider:
Can you say SUNSHINE?
I say that because there was ample sunshine, and summer-like temps, for most of the week! Even the humidity played nice, for the most part. And the wind? Well, it definitely had its moments, but it didn't give me too much attitude.
Overall, it was a pretty busy week, but that's just the way I like it.
Well, here we are again...a new month (already?), a new season (Yay! My favorite!), and lots to chat about (I'm game).
I've got my mug in hand. Keeping it real, I have not made much progress on becoming a "real coffee connoisseur." Honestly, I'm not losing any sleep over it (pun intended LOL), but I'm still double-fisting the chai latte's most days. And I'm okay with that.
That said, I'm ready for our monthly gathering (of sorts) over coffee, and I look forward to our usual lively conversation.
We are runners, and runners run.
Well, well, well. Momma N seems to have been going through a state of confusion.
Warm and humid one day, windy the next. Followed by pleasant temps, without any wind! Oh, and just for good measure, let's drop the temps (by 30+ degrees) and threaten a late-season frost advisory!
Bless her dear erratic heart, at least she didn't throw any snow in my direction.
