If you\u2019re a distance runner living in a climate that changes drastically with the seasons, you have to battle against the elements to get your training done. Temperatures in the winter in cold places are not ideal for running workouts. These months can often be crucial in training, whether it be for a spring marathon or something further along down the road in the summer. How do you keep up with your high mileage training routine throughout the harsh weather? Here are some tips:<\/p>\n
1. Plan ahead: <\/strong>Consult weather.com for 10 day forecasts and 36-hour-to-hour forecasts on snow, cold, and wind chill. Have your runs planned at least a week ahead of schedule so you can get the most out of your training sessions. Try to run during the warmest part of the day.<\/p>\n 2. Purchase the right running equipment: <\/strong>Those cotton long sleeve t-shirts are not going to cut it. They fail to retain the body heat you create when running and will make you even colder when you begin to sweat. Invest in some light, durable, cold running weather gear that does a better job at retaining the heat your body emits. Make sure you have multiple pairs of gloves, hats, and shoes.<\/p>\n 3. Find running partners: <\/strong>Get a running partner that will motivate you even when you don’t want to run. Pull them up when they\u2019re not feeling it and they\u2019ll do the same for you.<\/p>\n 4. Stay in the city: <\/strong>Running in the city between buildings is much warmer than running in wind-swept open spaces. The structure of the city eliminates, or at least helps, decrease the wind-chill factor. Also, most of the time the majority of snow has been displaced or reduced to minimal slush by cars and heavy foot traffic in cities, making it an easier place to run.<\/p>\n