Running on snow and ice takes a lot more energy.

Shorten Your Stride: When running on ice or snow, shorten your stride to help prevent slipping and falling.

Start Into The Wind: Start your run in to the wind, so you have the.

A quick fix, take a hot shower to pre-warm your muscles or toss your running clothes in the dryer for a few minutes. Running before you are completely warmed up and in your running tempo. Weather, especially if you run in the morning.

Warm Up: Your body will warm up more slowly in the cold.

You’ll get your miles in during the warmest time of day and The light hours to absorb that needed sunshine we rarely get in the

Run During Light and Warmer Times of Day: If possible, run during.

Some runners wear shorts in 40 degree weather, others put on the tights when it dips below 50. Keep a log of what works for you in various temperatures and elements. It will help you decide what to wear in all kinds of weather.

Use the Runner's World ' What Should I Wear' cold weather apparel calculator HERE.

You should feel chilled when you walk out theĭoor.

Your body temperature to increase and reduce the risk of overheatingĪnd excessive sweat. Dressing for 15-20 degrees warmer than it is will allow for Dress for 15-20 degrees Warmer: Over-dressing is easy to do in winter.Jacket, hat or headband, gloves, tights and a few long sleeve shirts. Your winter running wardrobe should include a running Wind, pants/tights and top that wick the moisture away from your skinĪnd for the coldest of days a mid-layer that fits more loosely likeįleece that insulates and moves the moisture from your base layer awayįrom your skin. The key to avoiding over or under dressing.

The right apparel makes all the difference in the world. Reward yourself with a treat when you reach your goals and set another one. Set a goal to run a 5K, half marathon or reach a number of miles every month! You’ll have instant motivation in knowing you have to train for the race or hit your target mileage. Set a specific goal: There is nothing more motivating than to train for a race or goal.Play icon The triangle icon that indicates to play

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