1.) Higher energy bills.
2) Having to wake up early in the morning to get those runs in.
Typically I am okay with running when the temps are at the most, 90 or so. On days like this, I just try to go slow and plot my route where I can find plenty of water. Sometimes you have to improvise.
GET READY FOR A SCORCHER:
So, what's one to do when heat wave hits in the middle of training season? Here are a few tips:
1.) As mentioned above, run early in the morning or later in the evening. If you are running in the day try to find a shaded route.
2.) Drink plenty of water ALL day long and frequently during a run. Also throw in some electrolyte replacements like Cytomax.
3.) Run indoors if the weather is above 90.
4.) Run slower.
5.) Keep an eye on your heart rate. If you are faster than normal, then either slow down or stop.
6.) Get extra rest during the day...also don't be afraid to take an extra day off during the week if its really hot. A day of rest is better than heat stroke.
7.) Did I mention drinking plenty of water??? At least half your weight in ounces a day....Oh, did I also talk about electrolytes?
8.) Watch your sweat levels...if you stop sweating, this is not a good sign. Get fluids in you immediately.
9.) Cut back on the mileage and cross train.
10.) Recruit a friend or two to run with you. You don't want to get stuck somewhere in need.
After its all said and done, you can relax and drink a cold one! Fortunately, here in Northern California we only have brief periods of intense heat then the cooler 75 degree days and 60 degree nights will return. Anayone around the Bay Area can also migrate west to get closer to the water. Last summer was just perfect from a training standpoint...should I blame that on global warming too?
Stay coooool! Train smart!
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