Rain runs, and Shoes

Did I say I liked running in the rain?

Yes, I did.

I got back half an hour ago and my cap is still dripping. Clothes scattered across the banister, still wet. But guess what? The wettest part of the run i.e. the last half, was the absolute best! Felt cool, wasn't struggling to move or to breathe, it was just great.

Only a short run; I'm speaking in miles because that's what my Forerunner 301 shows me (except when I upload; then it goes in ks. Best of both worlds I guess.) I did 2 miles in 22:08, so I'm basically at my 11-min mile which I was doing at the height of my training in AZ.

Today I ran 2 mi, walked 1 min, then ran another 10. Minutes, not miles. Would've gone further maybe but it was pouring rain. There, I just contradicted my first statement, didn't I. Well, not really. A rain run includes a long-sleeved wick-away tech top or a jacket; all I had was a short-sleeved top, no gloves, and my hands and arms were freezing. Any run is good, if you're dressed for it!

I've been running in Asics gel nimbus 11 shoes for a year now, 2 Halfs and the training that goes with it, along with 4 10K runs and other daily short runs and weekly long runs (with some days and weeks, er, overlooked...) However many K or mi that is, I've not had much trouble with them. Some Achilles soreness, my right knee -- but all bearable pain.

I bought some Mizuno wave creation 12 shoes which came highly recommended, but I've noticed Achilles pain since I started using them this week. Wonder if that sez anything? Went back to my Asics today, and there's that Achilles soreness, and my knee is in need of ice, something I haven't done for months because I haven't felt it was necessary. I'll keep monitoring. Think I'll keep with the Asics for awhile; they're still in good shape. I think. How long can you run iin the same pair of shoes, when are they miled out? I have a pic of my old Mizunos somewhere; they got quite worn on the outside, establishing me as an underpronator, but the Asics have no visible wear'n'tear so far.

Meanwhile, shower time. It sure was a lovely rain run. Damn that felt good -- still feels good!