Sun Protection for Runners

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Sun Protection for Runners

Most of us are probably aware of the diminished ozone layer, which acts as a natural sun blocker, filtering out the more harmful UV rays. It is possibly even more important to be aware of this in Britain where the sun often isn’t really that hot.

The reduced ozone layer means that even if the sun doesn't feel that hot it is still necessary to have some protection, especially if you are out for a long run. Of course if you are going abroad to sunnier climes, do make sure you have adequate sun protection, especially as in Britain we are often so unused to strong sunlight. Here are some suggestions of things you can do:

Wear a Running Cap or Visor

This is a pretty obvious one, but a good running hat will feel light, airy and will wick the moisture away. Sun protection for the head is incredibly important and one of the key factors in helping to stop sunstroke. The Ronhill and Ciele ones come in different sizes, and Brooks have gender-based caps. 

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Odlo Visor Cap Performance Light
Running Visors
£22.00

Ciele GOCap C Plus box
Running Caps
£40.00

Ronhill Sun Visor
Running Visors
£16.00

Montane Minimus Lite Cap
Running Caps
£30.00

Wear Running Sunglasses

As well as giving the eyes the obvious protection against the sun, they also protect against wind and any insects. It has also been shown that even slightly screwing up your eyes on a sunny day can have a negative impact on your speed, so wearing sunglasses could help you in the search for a PB!

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Goodr OG - A Ginger's Soul
Running Sunglasses
£30.00

Goodr OG - Flamingos on a Booze Cruise
Running Sunglasses
£30.00

Sunwise Greenwich Polarised Sunglasses
Running Sunglasses
£57.99

Replace Fluid

Obviously your liquid intake becomes even more important on sunny, hot days. Make sure to drink more water before and after your run. Do remember, however, that it is also vital to replace the salts which you have sweated out during your run as well as the liquid. There are a number of ways of doing this and it is really down to personal preference. Here are a few examples of electrolyte replacements. Try one out and see how you like it.

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Elete Electrolyte Add-In 25ml
Running Hydration Drinks
£8.00

SIS Go Gel + Electrolytes
Running Energy Gels
£1.80

SaltStick Fastchews
Running Energy & Electrolyte Chews
£3.49

Gu Hydration Drink Tabs
Running Hydration Drinks
£8.99

Precision Hydration Effervescent Electrolyte Tablets
Running Hydration Drinks
£8.99

Active Root Single Sachet (1 x 35g)
Running Energy & Hydration Drinks
£1.50

Wear a Protective Running Top

If you're running in hot and sunny conditions and burn easily, consider wearing a T-shirt rather than a vest. All of our running tops wick the moisture away, and that in itself really helps to keep you comfortable.

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Men's Ronhill Tech Golden Hour Tee
Men's Running T-Shirt
£48.00 £38.00

Women's Ronhill Tech Golden Hour Tee
Women's Running T-Shirt
£48.00 £41.00

Women's Icebreaker Sphere Tee
Women's Running T-Shirt
£75.00 £55.00

Wear Sunscreen

Do use a good quality sunblock – areas like your ears and the backs of your knees that will definitely catch the sun if you are running.

Enjoy the sunshine and happy running wherever you are :-)

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