Going out for a run without water

Being 'hydrated' doesn't mean you can't go 30 minutes without drinking some water.

She's not encouraging anyone to do anything.

I'm sure the OP, like you, is more than capable of assessing risks for herself and making her own decisions. She was running 5K, not a marathon.

I’m with you OP. The last week or two have been a race to the bottom, with total hysteria, misery, and a vibe of “nobody is allowed to enjoy the heat”. It’s probably the same people who loved preaching and moralising during lockdown, who now really miss those times, and are just loving a reason to boss people about.

I don't ever take water for less than 10k. If I'm on a longer run I might take a bottle or buy one while I'm out.

I know this post is meant to be a bit of fun, but your comment got me thinking (and then googling) Globally, outdoor manual workers are the most vulnerable to heat related illnesses and death. Also, they are often demographically from poorer backgrounds and less able to choose or afford to not work on hot days.

Tbf it was only 5k and if OP runs regularly and is hydrated, this wouldn’t be a problem at all. She’d be home in half an hour ish. Saying that, I tend to run early in this weather or use the treadmill with air con when possible.

Since when though? What is constantly? Is half an hour without slurping on some water going to do damage really? If you run all the time you get to know your body, know what pace you need to go at to keep things light not all running is racing. You can do a gentle trot and be less out of breath than some people waking.

People who run regularly generally love running.

It's kind of hard to explain it to people who have never done it. You kind of get addicted to it. It does take some time. It's not like you go out for one run and then you spend the rest of your life doing it as much as possible. But it is something that builds over time and becomes part of your routine. It was for me anyway.

Running in heat is fine, you just have to know your own limitations, make sure you are hydrated beforehand (if you don't drink while running) and do stuff to mitigate the temperatures where possible (slow down, keep to the shade, wear a hat etc).

Most sensible people know their own limits and don't need others to judge for them whether a run is going to be dangerous for them or not.

Tbf this is a big part of why MNs exists!

Sensible means being hydrated which means a lot of topping up in high temperatures. .

I'm absolutely terrible at running. In fact I don't even think I can anymore for the sake of my dodgy bones?! But I guess if you're used to it you can do without water for half an hour! I guess the heat is what might be overwhelming today.

People have different heat tolerance profiles though. I wouldn’t do it but for a very fit marathon runner who can take the heat it’s probably fine.

Personally I don’t know why anybody is running between the hours of 7:30 & 7:30. The heatwave will be much better next week, either miss a run or schedule it at a better time.

I saw idiots out running at 2pm yesterday. 36 degrees here. And yes they are idiots. Unless they’re training for a marathon in the Sahara, there is no need to be out at that time risking their health for a bloody jog.

Oh God your brave. I darent even leave the house without a bottle of water atm, I feel like i would die 😅

Only mad dogs English men and fools run in the midday heat. Surely to god we all have enough sense to not exercise outside in 30+ heat? Obviously not.

I have enjoyed going out on my bike. The long days mean I can get a good ride in after work.

I run every other day and rarely take water with me. Its a faff having to carry it. I just make sure I drink a fair bit before and after. If you’re reasonably fit and its 5k or less you should be fine.

That said I wouldn’t run in this heat. I did a short run at 7.45am and that was bad enough.

Depends how hot it is where you are, OP, but if you ran for an hour in 30C or more without a drink, you are bonkers!

What is the point of this thread except to boast and attention seek?

I ran this morning but it was early...5:30am so didn't need water.

Was still feeling warm though!

I do the same, force myself out the door or I'd never go. I ran 10km yesterday and I pretty much never bring a drink because it annoys me no matter how I carry it. I ran slow enough to keep my heart rate low. I was soaked in sweat by the time I got home but I had some electrolytes and was fine, felt better for having a session. My red exercise face took about 3 hours to calm down afterwards though.

Yeah I run or gym most days too. I think of the NHS by keeping healthy and taking account of the weather. Taking extra water, running when it's cooler etc. I don't not run. And I certainly don't post weird sarky messages on forums that encourage other people to ignore the weather conditions