With the fear of record heat behind us and normal temperatures expected for tomorrow's Baltimore Running Festival don't let your guard down with respect to dehydration. Temperatures are expected to reach 60 by late morning and into the mid 60s by early afternoon with relative humidity levels dropping to between 35% and 45%. A west wind will add to the drying factor. All this leads to a need to keep hydrated. There are more than a dozen water stops along the route so plan on using them to your advantage. A short walking break while taking in some water or Gatorade will be well worth it when compared to the risk of dehydration. Click on: hydration tips for some great advice from Nutritionist Sue A. James posted on the website of the Baltimore Marathon.

The updated forecast for race day:

8:00 a.m.
Sky: Clear
Temp: 49
Wind: West 5 mph

11:00 a.m.
Sky: Mostly Clear
Temp: 59
Wind: West 10 mph

2:00 p.m.
Sky: Mostly Clear
Temp: 65
Wind: West 6-12 mph

See you at the finish line...enjoy the run!

Tom Tasselmyer