Do you have any advice or tips for Winter running please? I'm going home over christmas and don't have toasty indoor gym access to run on a treadmill. Any advice on what to wear, etc would be great if you could :)
Yes! I have advice and tips, no problem. (:
1. Be motivated because some days might be a lot harder than others. Don't worry, you'll get through it.
2. Dress as if it is 20 degress warmer than it really is because once you start running, your body temperature will increase.
"30 degrees: 2 tops, 1 bottom. Long-sleeve base layer and a vest keep your core warm. Tights (or shorts, for polar bears).10 to 20 degrees: 2 tops, 2 bottoms. A jacket over your base layer, and wind pants over the tights.0 to 10 degrees: 3 tops, 2 bottoms. Two tops (fleece for the cold-prone) and a jacket. Windbrief for the fellas.Minus 10 to 0 degrees: 3 tops, 2 bottoms, extra pair of mittens, 1 scarf wrapped around mouth or a balaclava.Minus 20 degrees: 3 tops, 3 bottoms, 2 extra pairs of mittens, 1 balaclava, sunglasses. Or, says Arribas, "Stay inside. (Runners World)"
3. Shoes are also very important. Make sure you have shoes that will support you and nice socks to wick away wetness but also keep your feet warm.
4. Change clothes after you get home to avoid chills afterwards.
I hope this helped! Oh and don't forget gloves and a hat if you need it. (: