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Want to know what it feels like to run through jello? Go running outside when it’s 91 degrees<\/strong><\/span>! That’s what it was like today! When I checked the weather before the run, it said 85 degrees–which isn’t too bad for me. Hmmm. Not so much.<\/p>\n

Lori over at Finding Radiance<\/a> sent me some Lanacane Chafing cream! I won her giveaway and I was excited to try the product.<\/p>\n

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I used it for the area I’m most prone to chafe in:\u00a0 under my breasts where my Heart Rate Monitor is. I usually get rubbed raw under there in the summer. The good news: IT WORKS! I felt so much better with the chafing cream on. This will be a must in my gym bag now.<\/p>\n

On my break I bought a Gatorade drink for after my run.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>I knew it was going to be a hot one and I knew I’d be thirsty after the run. I kept it in my bag for immediate use.<\/p>\n

I headed out of the air-conditioned office and into the wall of heat and was feeling pretty good. I quickly noticed that there was NO cool breeze. There was a breeze–but it was a breeze of HOT AIR. This will be fun!<\/p>\n

I ran down to the Esplanade and drank from the first fountain I came to. I usually don’t drink from the water fountains in the city because that’s where the homeless and their dogs drink from. ICK. But when it’s 90+ degrees, I need to put aside my germaphobia.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>My run was good. I had no aches and pains, no sacrum or hip pain. I did, however, have a little pain in my side like I did during my last run. What the hell is that and how do I fix it?? Grrr.<\/p>\n

My energy level was okay during the run. The only thing was I suddenly felt dizzy. I walked for a few minutes and stood in the shade until it passed. (And when I got back to the office I immediately ordered this Running Water Bottle<\/a>.)<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>I think I was dizzy because of the sudden heat. Clearly I need to hydrate better! Despite the heat, it was a gorgeous day out!!!<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>I got back to the office and immediately drank 3\/4 of my Gatorade (45 calories for the whole bottle).<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>See how hot and sweaty I am? I showered and was still sweaty!<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Today’s Stats:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Time: 34:28<\/strong><\/p>\n

Calories Burned: 434<\/strong><\/p>\n

Clearly not my PR (personal record) but I don’t care a bit! The priority in hot weather is not to be fast. It’s to get used to it so I’m prepared to run Hood to Coast at the end of August!!!<\/strong> I walked a little bit today and I’m okay with that.<\/p>\n

While I was running, I composed a list in my head of tips for summer running. Here goes:<\/p>\n

Tips for Running in the Heat<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

1. Drink a lot of water<\/strong>. Even if you are not thirsty.<\/p>\n

2. Wear a hat<\/strong>. Or a visor. Something to shade your face and eyes from the glaring sun.<\/p>\n

3. SUNSCREEN<\/a><\/strong>!!! I slathered it on everywhere and still got a little burned!<\/p>\n

4. Wear a bandana around your neck and dip it in cold water fountains whenever you can. (I did not do this, but will try it next time.)<\/p>\n

5. Listen to your body. If you don’t feel good, stop running<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

6. Try to run in the shade <\/strong>if you can.<\/p>\n

7. If you can alter your routine and run in the AM<\/strong>, do that. (I’m currently considering switching to morning runs this summer.)<\/p>\n

8. Rehydrate <\/strong>immediately after the run. Having the Gatorade after my run was a stroke of brilliance on my part, if I do say so myself. I was desperate for it!<\/p>\n

9. Wear light colored clothing<\/strong>. (I wore a pink shirt and black shorts–I can safely say I will NEVER wear white shorts when I run. \ud83d\ude42 )<\/p>\n

10. Wear wicking <\/strong>clothes and wicking socks. No one wants to be drenched in sweat. And the wrong kind of socks can cause blisters.<\/p>\n

11. Don’t over-estimate your running abilities.<\/strong> Are you new to running? Don’t set out to run 10 miles in the heat. Know your body and your abilities.<\/p>\n

And finally: know the signs of Heat Stroke<\/a>. <\/strong> Heat stroke is a serious and potentially fatal condition. No run is worth dying for!<\/p>\n

Signs of Heat Stroke: <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n