Warmer Weather

We are well into the summer running time.  It was nice to see some of you at the MRC day camp in Jordan.  There was a good amount of fun was had and some good information was given by some very knowledgeable coaches from other teams. 

As we get closer to warmer weather, I would suggest paying attention to the weather as it will be warmer earlier and you might have to plan accordingly.  This might mean running earlier or later depending on what you can do.  This means that you need to take safety into account when running.  First stay hydrated by drinking water. A few other things to consider if you are running near dawn or dusk, wear bright clothing reflective clothing this will make you visible to traffic.   Assume that traffic does not see you and slow down for them.  Take the motherly advice and look both ways before crossing the street.  Let other know where you are going to run before you go and do not change course.  Do not plug in, run without earphones so that you can HEAR your surroundings.  What also helps is running in groups.  I know that there are groups that do meet at the school.  During this middle of the summer stretch, it is important to get together and work through the difficult times.  This will pay off during the season. 

  As we are getting close to the midway point some of you also might not be on pace any more for your mileage goal.  If this is, you do not stop running, any miles that you run in preparation for the season is going to help the team and you for the upcoming season.   Hope to see you at the Sauerkraut Days 5k this Saturday.