Running a marathon in the rain doesn’t have to suck if you have the right gear and mindset. Who remembers the 2018 Boston Marathon when we all were glued to the TV watching Des Linden (and many other runners) grinding it out in the pouring rain?
It didn’t matter what they were wearing, they had a mindset of moving forward.
Marathons happen rain or shine. It’s why we run coaches are always saying it’s important to practice running in all weather conditions. You’ll be more prepared for whatever race day gives.
Rain is rarely cause for race cancellation. Thunder, lightning, and severe winds are all reasons why race directors have cancelled marathons in the wee hours of the morning. And yes those cancellations are usually last minute as everyone waits hoping the weather moves through.
Knowing this, let’s talk about what to do if you find yourself with a rainy race day forecast!
Running A Marathon In the Rain Preparation
While none of us have a magic wand to get rid of the forecasted rain, there are a few things that you can do pre-race to help make the day go a little smoother.
Make sure that you’re checking the race website, social feeds, and have alerts set up so that you don’t miss any communications from the race…
