Running in the summer heat and humidity is one of those things that you’re not sure whether to love or hate.
On one hand, there are physiological benefits to pushing yourself during the hottest months of the year.
On the other hand, it kind of sucks.
The Summer Heat is Intense!
But, depending on what your fall racing plans look like, logging some serious miles in the summer heat may not be optional if you want to be ready for your race.
Ready or not, summer (at least for us in the Northern Hemisphere) is right around the corner!
Some of us have already been dealing with summer heat and humidity for several weeks, and for those of you that get to enjoy a legitimate spring it won’t be long before the heat arrives en masse.
Heat Illness for Runners is a Real Concern in the Summer Months
There are different types of heat illnesses that runners need to be concerned about, but none should ever be overlooked because ignoring any of the following signs and symptoms can have serious, and even fatal, consequences.
If you’re out on a run this summer, and are experiencing any of the following symptoms, it is my professional recommendation that you shut it down for the day. The risks of continuing on your run and potentially making your situation worse simple isn’t worth it.
So be on the look out for the following signs and symptoms of heat illness for runners this summer (listed in order of most basic to most life threatening) both in yourself AND in those you are running with: Read more
I saw an article the other day with a headline that kind of jumped out at me.
Running a Marathon Hard on Heart, Especially in Less Prepared Runners.
Did I mention I’m running a marathon in 10 days?
Obviously I clicked on the headline and read the article. Read more