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6. I'm envious. I don't run, but I like to walk hills. I can do it at 95 degrees if humidity is low. If humidity is high, I

Reply to multigraincracker (Original post)

Mon Aug 26, 2024, 06:20 PM

Aug 2024

carry 32 ounces of frozen water, but stay within a mile or so of my car where I have more water. I'm sweat excessively, even when cool.

I've hit the wall at times where I can barely walk 10 yards before having to stop and sit down, then back up and 10 more yards. It's kind of scary. I'll probably die on a trail one day.

Looking forward to Fall.

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Just jogged a 5K with a heat index at 100 degrees. [View all] multigraincracker Aug 2024 OP

I only go for long walks and my heat limit is if it will get over 85. I usually won't go if it's hotter than that. brewens Aug 2024 #1

My paceman is set at 60/bpm and when I'm multigraincracker Aug 2024 #2

Sounds you had a good run but also: Please be careful! ColinC Aug 2024 #3

I'm not even going outside today. I *hate* hot weather. Ocelot II Aug 2024 #4

An hour ago the weather station on my deck said it was 103 rsdsharp Aug 2024 #5

I'm envious. I don't run, but I like to walk hills. I can do it at 95 degrees if humidity is low. If humidity is high, I Silent Type Aug 2024 #6

I have a track behind my house and always have my phone with me. multigraincracker Aug 2024 #7