The Running Thread --2025

[AZMermaid]

Ran a turkey trot this morning. I did 60/30 vs my usual 30/30. I was hoping to be under 40 and went a 37.48! Strava had me at 37.13 for 3.12 so go figure. I’m doing another one Saturday and am debating sticking with 60/30 or doing 30/30 and seeing how it compares.

 

[5xdisneyfans]

Curious what everyone does to run in the snow when the sidewalks and roads are covered? When I mean covered it’s more than a thin layer of snow. It’s been years since I needed to run in this situation. I am nervous about falling because I can’t see the ground. I was hoping the roads would be at least cleared so I could go run on quieter roads but they are not yet. Any tips would be appreciated since it’s just the beginning of the snowy season.

 

[The Expert]

Curious what everyone does to run in the snow when the sidewalks and roads are covered? When I mean covered it’s more than a thin layer of snow. It’s been years since I needed to run in this situation. I am nervous about falling because I can’t see the ground. I was hoping the roads would be at least cleared so I could go run on quieter roads but they are not yet. Any tips would be appreciated since it’s just the beginning of the snowy season.

I run on the treadmill most of the time, but I do have these that slip on over my boots or shoes for walking the dog when it gets snowy and icy: https://www.rei.com/product/252499/yaktrax-walk-plus-traction-device

I'm hesitant to really run in anything but fluffy snow, as I'm just too nervous about slipping and tend to tense up.

 

[marty3d]

Curious what everyone does to run in the snow when the sidewalks and roads are covered? When I mean covered it’s more than a thin layer of snow. It’s been years since I needed to run in this situation. I am nervous about falling because I can’t see the ground. I was hoping the roads would be at least cleared so I could go run on quieter roads but they are not yet. Any tips would be appreciated since it’s just the beginning of the snowy season.

We have snow on the ground for 4 - 5 months a year and as long as it's not too cold, I prefer to run outside. Best advice I can give about running in the snow is first and foremost, you need proper shoes - there's a lot of good options out there. I'm currently using the Hoka Speedgoats and may pick up a pair of Nile Pegasus Trail on Black Friday sale. I would never run in my regular shoes. Too risky.

Also - slow down - run for effort and not pace.

 

[jmasgat]

Curious what everyone does to run in the snow when the sidewalks and roads are covered? When I mean covered it’s more than a thin layer of snow. It’s been years since I needed to run in this situation. I am nervous about falling because I can’t see the ground. I was hoping the roads would be at least cleared so I could go run on quieter roads but they are not yet. Any tips would be appreciated since it’s just the beginning of the snowy season.

If snow is packed, I have some Kahtoola nanospikes that fit over my running shoes.I don't find them as helpful for looser snow, so I will just run without them but since the footing isn't as solid, I will adjust my stride. The only times I won't run is on ice. Otherwise, I just adapt my pace and cadence.

 

[Naomeri]

Curious what everyone does to run in the snow when the sidewalks and roads are covered? When I mean covered it’s more than a thin layer of snow. It’s been years since I needed to run in this situation. I am nervous about falling because I can’t see the ground. I was hoping the roads would be at least cleared so I could go run on quieter roads but they are not yet. Any tips would be appreciated since it’s just the beginning of the snowy season.

I either run inside, or change my schedule to wait until the roads get done. Just stay off of ice!

 

[avondale]

I run on the treadmill most of the time, but I do have these that slip on over my boots or shoes for walking the dog when it gets snowy and icy: https://www.rei.com/product/252499/yaktrax-walk-plus-traction-device

I'm hesitant to really run in anything but fluffy snow, as I'm just too nervous about slipping and tend to tense up.

Yes, I second the Yak Trax or other microspikes. They are good for packed snow that would be a bit slippy to walk on - the spikes grab it easily. They can do a bit of ice, too, but not something that would be similar to a skating rink - just too slippery even for the microspikes. You will go slower, for sure. Effort rather than pace.

A lot of folks get trail-type shoes (rather than road running shoes) and feel like that's sufficient for an inch or two of fluffy snow. Again, slow down.

As far as "not being able to see the ground"...actually, snow will tend to fill in gaps and dips and tend to smooth things out. I think packed snow on trails makes them easier - not so many tripping hazards from rocks and roots sticking up. Your snow would have to be really fluffy and unpacked for you to sink through it and find those unseen bumps to trip on.

You need to go out, start slow, and practice to get comfortable on it.