{"id":83156,"date":"2012-12-26T12:06:24","date_gmt":"2012-12-26T17:06:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=83156"},"modified":"2012-12-26T12:09:35","modified_gmt":"2012-12-26T17:09:35","slug":"5-strategies-for-more-comfortable-winter-running","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/12\/5-strategies-for-more-comfortable-winter-running\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Strategies for More Comfortable Winter Running"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brrr! Who turned the cold on? I\u2019m not sure what the weather is doing in your part of the world, but our mild mid-west winter just decided to get cold, like really cold. Chilly weather on its own is annoying enough, but it’s brutal for a runner in training. The word loathe<\/em> doesn\u2019t quite sum it up for me. However, training must go on and the treadmill is not where I want to log my miles. This leaves one option – running in the cold. It can be done, and with a little tweaking it can be done comfortably.<\/p>\n

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These are my tips for successful winter running<\/a><\/strong>, and I know you can use them, too!<\/p>\n

Running Buddies<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sometimes the harshest sting of a winter run is simply the first step out the door. Typically, if you can get past the threshold, you\u2019ll get your miles in. One of my most useful tricks for leaving my warm toasty bed is knowing that a friend is out there waiting on me. Making running dates<\/a><\/strong>, anytime of the year, but especially in the winter is a great way to silence that inner voice that says, \u201cstay here, go back to bed, it\u2019s so cold outside.\u201d<\/p>\n

Reward Yourself<\/strong><\/p>\n

Just as it\u2019s important to have a reason to get out in the cold, it\u2019s useful to have an incentive to return to. I promise myself a delicious cup of coffee or a favorite breakfast<\/a><\/strong> once I return, but that means I have to get the workout in first. Some days, the group I\u2019m meeting promises a big breakfast at a local restaurant so that we all have something to look forward to.<\/p>\n

Wear the Right Gear<\/strong><\/p>\n

So once the motivation is squared away, a few tips about clothing will make all the difference on a blustery day. Many times people will recommend dressing like it\u2019s 20 degrees warmer<\/a><\/strong>. While it\u2019ll be cold when you’re starting out, you\u2019ll be just right after a mile or so. Getting too hot in the cold just means more sweat that will eventually make you cold once you stop.<\/p>\n

There are so many great products designed to keep you warm without forcing you to dress like the abominable snowman. Thinner layers also help you move easier and run more comfortably. The same goes for hands and feet – layers are not the answer, proper gear is. A sweat-wicking sock will keep your feet dry and warm and a great mitten will keep all your fingers nice and toasty.<\/p>\n

Endurance Not Speed<\/strong><\/p>\n

Even though you\u2019ll be decked with all the proper gear, it\u2019s still important to remember that most winter miles are just about base building, not speed. When the temps are harsh and sometimes the streets are covered in snow or ice, it\u2019s just important to get in the miles and let the warmer spring runs be for speed. Those cold miles build a great foundation for more intense training, but trying to push the pace in winter conditions can be painful and potentially dangerous.<\/p>\n

Dry Off, Fast<\/strong><\/p>\n

Once you\u2019ve gotten in your completely comfortable winter run, quickly get out of those great clothes and get dry and warm. One of the worst feeling is when the chills set in after a winter run. Standing around in the cold after a run for too long is no different than going outside wet in the winter – you\u2019ll freeze. Have dry clothes to change into before you and your group leave for that promised breakfast or before you sit down for your coveted cup of coffee.<\/p>\n

Oh, and while you\u2019re drinking that coffee, get a water with it, too. Just because it\u2019s not 100 degrees outside, your body still needs to hydrate like it\u2019s summer.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Treat Yourself to a Frozen Hot Chocolate<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

3 Core Exercises to Increase Stamina in the Winter<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Our Favorite 2026 Running Gear<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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