Rain Running

I sometimes get questions about running in the rain. With it currently raining as I write this why not a better time to discuss. I think there are many things to consider: 1. Tread on the shoes needs to be visible to the eye. I would use the standard of shoe replacement every 4-6 months depending on the mileage. 2. Proper clothing. Socks should be dry-fit along with your clothing. Allowing clothes to get wet weighs them down and sticks to your body. This can impair running and not allow your body to properly sweat. 3. Running terrain. You should avoid slippery surfaces. 4. Lighted streets. If your running early or late in the day it may still be dark. People driving have difficulty seeing the road in the rain, needless to say runners. Stay in areas where people can see you or wear clothing that reflects. My overall suggestion would be to run inside on that day or use this day as your rest day. Thanks to my patients for bringing up topics such as this one to write on. Hope this helps!