I just started running again after, except for a few spurts a few years ago, after nine years. At 47 I dove right in, and was running half marathons within 6 months, including one in a driving rain storm along the East River in Bay Ridge Brooklyn. At 57, and now living in a very hilly area of rural PA, 10 days ago I started mixing in jogs, runs, and sprints with my walking. I've been thinking about heading out into the rain for a run now. I was hoping your article would provide extra motivation. I may go for it.