Should you run or walk in the rain?
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If we ignore aerodynamic effects, we can show mathematically (but won't) that while you'll collect many fewer head drops running rather than walking, you'll get exactly the same number of chest drops, regardless of the speed at which you travel. Bottom line: you'll be a lot wetter if you walk.
84470
track took some rain this weekend. It was probably sealed and will be speed biased. play front runners
181251
Running.\nThe relationship is you colliding with the rain vs the rain hitting you while standing still.\n\nYou ever hear the expression, "Your so thin you have to run around in the shower just to get wet."\n\nUnless you are Fat Albert, most people will get more wet while running.\nBasically, you increase the opportunity for rain to hit you while running.\n\nWalking is just a mild case of the runs, ha ha!
262011
Dancing in the rain is fun when you are not alone\n\nAs far as the "DO u like to kiss me in the rain?" Part No thanks. Sorry
60656
On the television show Mythbusters, this was tested empirically, first with artificial rain and then with real rain. \n\nWith artificial rain, it was shown that runners got wetter than walkers.\n\nWith real rain, it was shown that walks got wetter than runners. \n\nThe difference between the results was very small, so that other factors might very well have an influence, like:\n\n1. style of walking\n2. style of running\n3. statistical properties of the rain\n4. variability of the rain\n5. physical dimensions of the runner or walker\n\netc.
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Even though "showers" are indeed rain, there's a subtle but important distinction between the two as far as weather forecasts go. \nWhen we call for "Rain" (as in, "Rain at Times", "a rainy day", "Occasional rain") is a more widespread event. Most, if not all, of the area will see rain and it'll last for a while. \n\n"Showers" are more scattered. That usually means that not everyone will be getting wet at the same time. It could be raining in one place and another, but dry in other regions. Plus, showers tend to be much shorter in duration -- anywhere from a minute to an hour.
1165275
I got rained on big time.  It was a warm day so it wasn't really uncomfortable.  A guy hit his brakes and started skidding sideways on the wet pavement and an old woman with an umbrella turned around and called him an asshole.  It doesn't get much better than that.
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Here are some tips for you.  The other posters had good suggestions when they said to either run early in the day or later in the evening.  This is an excerpt of an article whose link I'm providing below.  There was also an interesting part about how runners can actually acclimate their bodies to the heat after 7-10 days.\n\nTo run safely in the heat, you must enable your body to dissipate the extra heat. First and foremost, avoid dehydration. When you run, you lose 3 to 5 cups of fluids per hour. This results in a smaller blood volume, with a lower capacity to carry heat to the skin. Thirst is a poor indicator of the body's need for water. Runners should drink water all the time, at least one gallon every day. A colorless urine is a good sign of adequate hydration. \n\nWhen running, drink a cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes.  Carry water on long runs, or plan to pass by public parks and schools that have water fountains. It also pays to know your neighbors. Many friendly neighbors leave water hoses outside for runners' use. You may also place water bottles on the course before the run, as long as you pick them up afterwards. \n\nOn hot and humid days, run early in the morning. Run in the shade when possible. Avoid direct sun light and blacktop surfaces. Wooded trails serve both purposes, and offer a change of scenery and relief from the pounding on the roads. \n\nWear loose-fitting and lightly colored clothes. The loose fit allows air to circulate and cool your skin. The light color reflects the sun. Never wear plastic or nylon sweat suits; they are dangerous. A hat, a sunscreen and sunglasses provide added protection from the sun's harmful rays.
137530
The rain has to start/stop somewhere. It just happens to have stopped, or started, in that spot.
174778
You get wetter by walking.  It was proved on Myth Busters.  They originally found the opposite, but then they revisisted that myth and found that you get wetter by walking and that you should run to stay drier.
557727
It's going to rain today.
104608
Cha Cha - Jazzy is right, but where do you come up with these questions?  Are you writing an encyclopedia?  Why not kick the the key board habit and go out and play in the rain.  Do something!  Anything!  And go tie your shoes with the zilliobobs at the end of them.  \n\nGo get some fresh air.   Shoot, I gotta go.  I need to feed my horses (in the rain, and tons of fresh air - you should try it!)
1138851
whats with the guy that said 'no, but i jerked off'? i guess thats supposed to be clever. anyway i dont recall any 'hot' puddles but i like to go out in the rain instead of waiting til after it stops, barefoot if im just stepping outside.
662035
Lets go hiking - in the rain. - Ahh, summer in the peak district. Better than those crazy southerns who couldnt get rain if they lived in a rain forest!
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There are two answers to this question.\nThe short answer: You get more wet by running.  \n\nImagine yourself standing still in the rain, and for simplicity, the rain is falling straight down.  A certain amount of rain falls on you in a given second.  So you start to run...  By running, you still have the same amount of rain falling directly on you PLUS an additional amount of rain that YOU ran INTO.  That's why your thighs get so damn wet while the backs are relatively dry.\n\nSo yes, you get more wet by running than by standing still. \n\nHowever, now think about WHY you are running.  Probably, you're bolting for the door to your house or some shelter.\n\nIf you stand still, or walk really slowly to the door, you'll get soaked.  However, if you run for it you will briefly get more wet (by running "into" rain), but possibly less wet overall because you reduced the amount of time you're in the rain.  \n\nSo while the act of running will get you wetter at a faster rate, the outcome can let you be less wet overall if there is shelter close by.
412085
Let your friends do whatever they want as long as they aren't in your way.  I guess the same goes for your girlfriend.  I know about the car splashing and out of harms way, but whatever is comfortable for you.  How often do cars go on the sidewalk anyway?  Not everyday is a rainy day, so you don't have to worry about splashing.  Don't forget you have to look out for yourself too.  Do you really want to get splashed with rain water?
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I like the sun better but a rainy day every now and then is nice too. The rainy days are pretty and they help you appreciate the days outside in the sun.