Winter Run Tricks, November 6, 2013

Unlike the dog days of summer where even running naked might not bring relief from the heat, we can always dress for whatever winter throws in our path.

The most difficult part of running on a blustery winter day is just getting out the door into the dark and cold. A trick is to over dress to avoid that cold slap in the face that might drive us back inside. Perhaps plan to start the run with a short loop that passes your house or starting point so you can shed some clothes - or wear a small pack to stash items - so you will be able to pull them back out if the weather changes for the worse. A couple of my favorites for the  winter arsenal are a balaclava to pull up over the head and ears, especially on a windy days, or tucked back down around the neck, also dual layered glove or mittens that allow us to take off or put back on a layer, both are items that can be used like a thermostat.

Don't forget reflective apparel, lights and headlamps for safety and shoe traction to keep out butts from slamming into the ground. This is a link to a cute little video on Brooks Light Night apparel .  And yes, it is available at Running Fit along with lots of flashy fun items to keep you safe and seen. Notice how I repeat the important stuff?

The wimpy world will look out the window in awe as we go by enjoying the crunch of a new snow on a crisp winter morning as we run into the sunrise!

Bring it on,

--Randy Step, an admitted obsessed runner who gets a kick out of coming across other runner's footprints in the snow, making comments to myself about their stride length, foot strike, and guessing what shoes they are wearing! 

P.S. - Come be FLASHY and SAFE with us at our Run Safe, Be Safe group run on Monday, November 11 at 6:30pm, Running Fit NOVI! Reflective giveaways and great deals, don't miss out!