BuckeyeBama
You are stronger than you think.
- Joined
- May 29, 2013
I love running in the cold - to a point. This past winter was the worst that I have ever dealt with. I run 6 days/week, and we had a 6 week period in which I was running in temps below 10 degrees every morning - quite a few of those below zero. They key is to have the right gear. I am not married to a specific brand, but most of my stuff is Nike, Adidas or Under Armor. Note - all of my running gear is made of wicking material and I always wear compression shorts as a bottom layer.I need some tips for running in cold weather. In the past I've always gone into hibernation in the winter so I have no cold weather running gear and no experience with long runs in cold weather. So far here in Michigan it's been a pleasant fall, but I know the frigid weather is coming. Any specific clothing you're fond of? Any advice is much appreciated.
My cold weather dress:
- Above freezing - shorts and tee (could add a knit cap or very light gloves if it is cloudy and really windy)
- Between 20-32 degrees - running tights (legs), light long sleeve shirt, knit cap, very light gloves (will go with a thicker top if it is cloudy and windy)
- Between 5-20 degrees - running tights (legs), thick long sleeve shirt that tucks into my tights, knit cap, medium weight gloves (will add windbreaker if really windy)
- Below 5 degrees - see above but add windbreaker pants shell and jacket - heavier knit cap and gloves