Post by fluffycookie on Oct 1, 2014 14:09:24 GMT -5
I don't think I am going to be able to get back on the treadmill, which is ironic because I fought running outside for so long and now that I have made the switch I like it so much better and it's so much easier on my body. I just tried to run on the treadmill for the second time since I made the switch and again it was horrible because if I couldn't find a speed that my legs and breathing felt comfortable at...if I could breath then my legs were trying to run too fast and if I sped up I felt like I was going to go flying off the back. The problem is I live in New England so winter is coming, but I want to try and run outside as much as possible. I have cold weather tights. What else do I need? Any tips or suggestions? I just said to someone I'll be the crazy person out running in the dead of winter muttering to myself "no treadmill, treadmill bad"....lol!
It's hard to deal with the switch!! I just did my first TM run in probably 5 months, and I did feel I might fly off the back.
I have several ear bands and hats depending on temp. And a fleece neck gaiter to cover face/nose when temps get below about zero. I also have no slip grips for my shoes. They are rubber with small spikes and much lighter than yak tracks. I layer with fitted bottom layers, fleece pants if needed, wind proof jacket, so I can run in down to about -20 F. You've just got to experiment with how much clothing you need at different temps.
That said, sometimes I just don't want to go out in the weather. It's worse early in the winter when your body and lungs are at all acclimated to freezing air yet. (Covering your nose & mouth helps with that some.) If it's really icy or windy (or I'm sulking about winter) I do the treadmill. I like speed work intervals best, and it helps time go by quickly. If you need specific recommendations on clothes/products let me know. You can do it!
Post by Wines Not Whines on Oct 1, 2014 14:45:42 GMT -5
I wear layers. These are my key winter-running pieces:
- Regular running tights - Fleece-lined running tights (usually I only need these if it's below 25) - Long-sleeve running tees (a lot of mine are race shirts) and quarter-zip tops, sometimes layered with a short-sleeved top - Mid-weight jacket with thumbholes (I usually only need this on the coldest days) - Warm socks - Fleece gloves - Fleece ear cover - Hat - Hand warmers (my hands get REALLY cold, so these are a lifesaver for me)
I walk in the winter for cross training. I use my cycling jackets, wicking tops, and long sleeved jerseys. Other than tights and a pair of capris, I don't have any "running" specific bottoms. No Yaktraks needed here.
Post by bullygirl979 on Oct 1, 2014 15:07:08 GMT -5
I like layers for winter running. Also, YakTraks are a must as it gets really icy/snowy here.
For clothing I have:
Tights Baselayer pants to wear under tights Wicking baselayers, some lightweight, some of the Nike Pro Compression ColdGear Wind resistant & water resistant jacket Light gloves Skull cap Head lamp (if needed) Balaclava
hat or ear warming headband long sleeved cold gear shirt long sleeved cold gear jacket (Under Armour storm ones are my favorite) cold gear tights warm wicking socks gloves
That system got me through a lot of single digit temp outdoor runs last winter and worked well for me.
I love cold weather running. A fleece lined buff, warm headbands (or hat if really cold), gloves (I actually prefer mittens with the tops that flip back so I can adjust once warm), warm socks. I also wear Stabilicers for when the roads are either slick or hard pack snow (similar to Yak Trax) Clothing-wise I like Target for fleece lined leggings and pull over 1/4 zips, and was fine into the mid 20's wearing just those with either a ls or ss top underneath.
Post by badgergirl66 on Oct 1, 2014 19:20:20 GMT -5
Cold weather running can be fun. Plus, lots of cute layers.
My one big tip is to change out of sweaty clothes as soon as you get home. Maybe make a cup of tea or coffee or hot chocolate after a really cold run. I have a hard time warming up after them especially if I stay in sweaty clothes too long.
Tights Layers on top - depending on temp I do tank, tee, long sleeve, and jacket or some combo of them (I'm in WI and gave run in temps from -5 to 40 in the winter) Gloves - I love the ones from Costco that you can use on a phone without taking them off Ear warmers/headband - I get too hot for a full hat Good socks Face mask thing for super cold days
Post by Raggedeannie on Oct 1, 2014 21:59:37 GMT -5
So ditto everything everyone has said.
Except where everyone wrote gloves, cross that ish out and get thy self MITTENS.
Seriously they keep my hands so much warmer. I have a brooks pair with a really thin fold over flap that transforms normal gloves into mittens. Even that him layer keeps the warmth inside. Mmmm so cozy.
It really depends on the temp. Most of the time I can get away with regular tights, and 2 long sleeve layers on top. I found some running gloves at Costco a few years ago that work great. They have them now I think.
Speaking of Costco, this jacket is one of my faves - they have them in stock at my store currently:
My only two stand alone marathons have been in December and February, so I've grown to love winter running I agree that layers are key.
I use: Running tights Fleece lined running tights in VERY cold temps + wind Long sleeve running t's Running jacket (mine is north face, it has a quilted vest-like body and long sleeves with thumb holes Buff/neck warmer Gloves Ear warmer
I also tend to put lukewarm water in my bottle because I've had it freeze on me before.
Post by spunkypenguin on Oct 2, 2014 7:56:49 GMT -5
My cold weather outfit consists of: Long Sleeve Under Armour Compression shirt (the thick kind that is almost like a turtle neck), fleece lined tights, knee socks, gloves (I have thin ones and thick ones - I have doubled up before), ear warmer (again, a thin and thicker one). On really bad days, I will throw on a jacket over my other long sleeve. Last year, I saw these quilted skirts at TJ Maxx...I assume they go over your tights b/c they had no shorts underneath...if I see those again, I might grab one b/c my butt gets cold
I'm in the mid-atlantic area, but up in the mountains. We had a pretty brutal winter last year, but I still did all my long runs outside (I did some of my interval training on the treadmill).
Except where everyone wrote gloves, cross that ish out and get thy self MITTENS.
Seriously they keep my hands so much warmer. I have a brooks pair with a really thin fold over flap that transforms normal gloves into mittens. Even that him layer keeps the warmth inside. Mmmm so cozy.
You are right! I got mittens last year. Nike ones like you are describing with fingers and fold over - they are pretty thick and fleecy - definitely warmer than gloves!
I too warm up quickly. I will run outside if it is 15 degrees or warmer, and as long as the roads are clear (again, also new england, and we don't have sidewalks where I live, so it is just roads, and if it is icy or sloppy then I stick to the TM...)
I do long tights, tank, long sleeve and vest most days. Gloves and ear warmers (I get too hot in beanies).
I much prefer cold weather running to warm weather running!
Post by keweenawlove on Oct 2, 2014 9:08:47 GMT -5
I'll ditto the layers, buff, hat/headband and gloves for sure. I'll also add a headlamp. It's not a "cold weather running" thing per say but for me, winter running on weekdays almost always = running in the dark. My headlamp makes a world of difference.
Except where everyone wrote gloves, cross that ish out and get thy self MITTENS.
Seriously they keep my hands so much warmer. I have a brooks pair with a really thin fold over flap that transforms normal gloves into mittens. Even that him layer keeps the warmth inside. Mmmm so cozy.
You are right! I got mittens last year. Nike ones like you are describing with fingers and fold over - they are pretty thick and fleecy - definitely warmer than gloves!
Active GearUp is running a "Cold Weather" sale right now. These mittens from Nathan look pretty similar to the ones I have: