Rainy Run

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Last night, I finally unglued my hard-workin’ butt from my beloved rolling chair and decided to go for a run.  I’ve really pulled back on exercise in the last month or so because of my deadline, so I was feeling pretty good about my efforts as Nicole and I set out.

 

Unfortunately, 2.0 miles in, ominous black rolls rolled into Charlotte, and before Nicole and I could even assess the situation it, the sky opened up and it started to pour.

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I’ve run in some crazy weather, but this was by far the worst rainstorm that I’ve ever gotten caught it.  That’s saying a lot because once, I ran in a  tropical storm (that’s a story for another time).  The streets and sidewalk immediately began to flood.  Nicole and I ended up looking like we had jumped into a pool with all of our clothes on! 

 

We finished 3.5 miles, wet and shivering.   I spent the rest of the night under a blanket on the couch and watching movies.

 

Breakfast:

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I recently bought these Udi’s Whole Grain, Gluten-free Hamburger rolls.  I had my doubts – the other GF rolls that I’ve tried have been pretty disgusting – but these rolls were good!  Soft and chewy, just like a regular roll.

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With pea sprouts, goat cheese, and a fried egg:

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And an orange:

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Off to take a walk with my little walking buddy (James)…

 

Happy Saturday!

{ 48 comments }

 

  • Khushboo September 3, 2011, 9:41 am

    You’re a braver woman than I for running in the rain! I was complaining about the mere 8 min walk to the gym because it was pouring!

  • Katherina @ Zephyr Runs September 3, 2011, 9:41 am

    Oh no :X Sorry you got caught running in the storm, maybe it’s a sign that you should continue to cut back!! Yum lookin’ breakfast <3

  • Cyndi September 3, 2011, 9:45 am

    Ugh – I signed up for a race Monday and they are now calling for a TROPICAL STORM. Of course, it could go either way but I sure hope the 4″ they are predicting is not for the window of 6:30 – 8:30 am.

    • CaitlinHTP September 4, 2011, 10:19 am

      I hope the weather holds up for your race!

  • Jen September 3, 2011, 9:53 am

    I’m excited to hear about those rolls! I have yet to buy them for precisely the reason you mentioned. I tend to stick to the GF breads that I already know are good, because so many aren’t, and just end up being a waste of money.

    And you rock for sticking out the remainder of your run in the rain! I don’t think I could’ve done that!

  • Heather @ Side of Sneakers September 3, 2011, 9:54 am

    Yikes, that’s crazy! I love raining in the rain, but I prefer knowing about it in advance. 😉

  • Jazz September 3, 2011, 9:56 am

    I don’t mind the rain eiher, but the lightning is when I head back inside!

  • Katie @ Peace Love and Oats September 3, 2011, 10:11 am

    That happened to me a little over a year ago – I wasn’t a runner at the time and I was out on a walk in my neighborhood. All the sudden a huge thunderstorm hit and I ended up sprinting the mile and a half home! Haha I was shocked I ran that quickly!

  • katie @ KatieDid September 3, 2011, 10:16 am

    pea sprouts? Interesting! I love running in the rain, it’s one of my favorite things to do.

  • Baking N Books September 3, 2011, 10:25 am

    My dad used to tell us – “It’s only water, not going to hurt you”.

    Of course, he also said this while inside of the car protected and watching us.

  • Sweet and Savvy September 3, 2011, 10:27 am

    Oh wow! That is an extremelyyy wet run! Must have been some insane weather!

  • Alex @ Raw Recovery September 3, 2011, 10:31 am

    Don’t catch a cold! Way to power through a run though!

  • Kait @ One Love Run September 3, 2011, 10:34 am

    yikes! i hope today is a little bit drier for you!

  • Marlow September 3, 2011, 10:39 am

    I absolutely LOVE the Udi’s Whole Grain bun!! I don’t have a microwave, so I toast mine in the toaster. Just as good!

  • Kayla @ The Best Things September 3, 2011, 10:48 am

    Running in the rain? No thank you!! Good for you for getting through that crazy rainy run!

  • Sophie @ threetimesf September 3, 2011, 11:14 am

    Worse than a tropical rainstorm?! Oh my!

  • Molly @ RDexposed September 3, 2011, 11:19 am

    When I get caught in the run while running, my hair turns into a rats nest. It takes >30 minutes to brush out. Hope you had better luck.

  • Aine @ Something to Chew Over September 3, 2011, 11:19 am

    Great job on finishing! I personally find it oddly satisfying to run in the rain 🙂

  • Jessica @ Jess Go Bananas September 3, 2011, 11:26 am

    Oh man, I hate getting caught in bad weather while running! Snow storm, anyone? lol

  • Lee September 3, 2011, 11:29 am

    It always makes me feel badass when I run in the rain, although I worry about my ipod.

    I actually just signed up for a race in your neck of the woods – The Rocktoberfest Dowd YMCA half marathon (or something like that) in October. Know anything about it?

  • Amber K September 3, 2011, 11:42 am

    Holy cow! That does not sound like a pleasant run at all. This is why I’ll forever be a gym rat. I hate weather. 😉

  • Amanda- The Nutritionist Reviews September 3, 2011, 12:05 pm

    I meant to tell you that your rolling to the kitchen posts (especially the one with Maggie) is so funny. I showed my husband because he couldn’t understand why I was staring at my computer screen and cracking up 🙂

  • Amanda @ The Beauty Notebooks September 3, 2011, 12:33 pm

    You really did have to “run for your life” to escape the rain! Snuggling under a blanket after being caught in the rain is always the best feeling, though 🙂 Have a great day, lady!

  • Hillary September 3, 2011, 12:40 pm

    At first, I totally thought that picture was just proof that you ran SUPER hard and got SUPER sweaty. In my head, I was like “DAMN! Homegirl kicked her own butt really hard!” ; )

  • Sarah September 3, 2011, 12:43 pm

    I’ve heard the Udi’s are actually pretty good but that figures because I’m a vegan. Oh well, one day! I tried some Schar (I think that’s who makes them) rolls and they’re gluten free and vegan and pretty good.

  • kathleen September 3, 2011, 12:52 pm

    good for you for getting out there, caitlin! i am such a baby when it comes to exercising in the rain (in any element, really). as much as a loathe the treadmill, elliptical, and stationary bike, a few drops will immediately force me inside. i’m such a baby!!

    happy to hear you liked the udi’s buns. i’m thinking of toying around with a gluten-reduced diet. i have been having some digestive issues and i swear, if one more medical professional tells me “oh it’s just ibs”, i’m going to lose it! time to take matters into my own hands 🙂

  • Tracy @ Tracy's Treats September 3, 2011, 12:54 pm

    Oh no! I’ve definitely got caught in some terrible rainstorms running, too! Great job finishing your run!

  • Paige @ Running Around Normal September 3, 2011, 1:01 pm

    Holy crap it does look like you jumped into a pool!

    Pea sprouts? I’ve never even heard of those! Where did you find them?

  • Alba&Dilek @TwoBaklavaStory September 3, 2011, 1:10 pm

    I love running in the heat or rain because it makes me feel badass. hahaha I hate it when it’s happening though! I only like the afterward feeling!
    By the way, we just opened a new blog and would love to have some people read it. I feel like we are lost and nobody can hear our voices! lol
    Have a great day!

  • Deva (Voracious Vorilee) September 3, 2011, 2:07 pm

    I hate getting caught in downpours like that! They’re crazy.

  • Cait @ Beyond Bananas September 3, 2011, 3:27 pm

    I love the occasional rainy run. They are extremly relaxing and refreshing.. especially if it has been hot and muggy out!

  • Sana September 3, 2011, 4:07 pm

    My ex who was my running buddy LOVED running in the rain, I am not sure why but I always get sick after a wet run so I tend to avoid it!

  • Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife September 3, 2011, 4:41 pm

    Yikes, that is kinda COOL! I have never gotten stuck in a huge rainstorm while running….just occasional drippage. Heh.

    • CaitlinHTP September 4, 2011, 10:12 am

      Drippage sounds dirty.

  • jamie @ cueyourlife September 3, 2011, 4:41 pm

    I love running in the rain, but rainstorms are another story. I got caught last summer in a lightning storm. S-C-A-R-Y! This summer, I was almost overly cautious…which is frustrating when you put off a run because it looks like it’s going to storm but then doesn’t! Better safe I suppose! Happy Saturday!

  • Army Amy* September 3, 2011, 5:03 pm

    I love running in the rain, but not when it’s coming down hard. Good thing you were with a running buddy. I bet it would have been way scarier if you were solo.*

  • Amy@ahealthyandhappyheart September 3, 2011, 5:18 pm

    Good for you for finishing! I would have turned around 😉 I hope you enjoy your Saturday as well!

  • Sarah September 3, 2011, 6:27 pm

    I had a run like that earlier this summer, it was definitely going to rain, but I had no idea how hard! It felt like I was running in the shower, with all my clothes on! Definitely cold and wet, but you feel so hardcore afterward!

  • Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin September 3, 2011, 6:51 pm

    Kudos for finishing the run! If I were you guys, I probably would have ducked into the nearest store and called someone to come pick me up! 😛

  • Leslie Goldman @ Health Breaks Loose September 3, 2011, 8:04 pm

    Mmmm! I will definitely be making that delectable looking breakfast!

  • Lesley September 3, 2011, 9:13 pm

    Those rolls do look tasty. Have you ever tried Envirokidz peanut butter crispy rice bars? I eat these all the time for an afternoon snack and I just noticed today they are gluten free! If you like the panda puffs cereal I think you’d like these!

    • CaitlinHTP September 4, 2011, 10:11 am

      I have not but I need to try them now! I <3 all Envirokidz cereals.

  • Sarah Jane MacMillan September 4, 2011, 2:15 am

    Yum! Those Udi’s gluten free buns look delicious!

    I wish Europe had more gluten free options (that didn’t taste so chemically). Does anyone on here know of good gluten free options that one can order within Europe?

    • CaitlinHTP September 4, 2011, 10:07 am

      I know we *just* began to have more GF options in the regulars grocery store so maybe it’s right around the corner for you!

  • allpointswhole September 4, 2011, 9:28 am

    Congrats on your run! Lying under the blanket all night was well deserved! I love all things Udi! They have awesome big muffins and great bagels!

  • Kathryn September 4, 2011, 5:42 pm

    I was driving up to Charlotte on Friday night for the USC/ECU game and got caught in the same storm n 77- it was a bad one, I was scared even in my car!

  • Erica Dagley September 4, 2011, 5:50 pm

    Rain runs are my jam!

    Actually the point of this comment was just to say hi. I’ve been reading your blog for about 6 months when I started making healthy changes in my life. You blog has been wonderful to following along with and now I’ve started my own!

    • Caitlin September 5, 2011, 11:27 am

      Thank you for reading and welcome to the blog world!

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