How the Heat Will Start to impact your training

It feels so great to be running outside again. So many runners are enjoying the nice warm weather, but soon it will become hot. Many athletes will experience a slow down in the upcoming months. We will be chatting today about the impacts of the heat on your training and what you can do to make the most out of your training this summer

Sun Impact: Most people don’t think of this one first. The impact on the sun is a huge energy drainer for most people

What are some ways you can avoid the sun?

Should you avoid out and back routes?

How to find shade? Is it important?

What is the best time to run & what time of day should you avoid?

Temp impact: Running in the heat is harder on your body. Your body has to work harder in the heat and humidity to run the same paces it would in cooler weather

The humidity/dew point is a huge factor

What temp do you start to see a slow down?

Should you modify paces?

Should you keep a journal?

Should you go time based vs mileage based?

Hydration: Hydration is now more important than ever before.  You may be able to get away with not hydrating in cooler temps but not now!

How often should you be drinking water?

What are your tips for carrying fuel

Should you do electrolytes?

Should you take salt pills?

At the end of the day, the heat impacts everyone differently. You need to slow down and do what works for you in the summer. Don’t compare because the heat barely effects some runners.