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What to wear when running in the cold?

post #1 of 19
12/20/09 at 9:01pm
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So here's the deal, my college gym is closed for a month during winter break, but I don't want to stop exercising for a month. I checked into a few local gyms and it's gonna cost me about $100 for the month to start a member ship. So starting tomorrow I'm gonna start running 3 miles every morning outside. I have enough home gym equipment that'll suffice for a month(dumbbells, bench press, exercise ball) as well. Basically, I'm going to buy a few polyester/spandex long sleeve shirts and shorts and layer over that with fleece and a jacket. Of course gloves and a hat will be worn too. Would this be enough to keep me warm or atleast warm enough to complete my run?
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post #2 of 19
12/20/09 at 9:24pm
Get to a Nike Outlet...buy a few pair of running tights (what I use when temp is below 32, otherwise shorts) and some cold gear turtlenecks. When its that brutal (below 25) I'll also layer a crewneck Dri-fit sweat shirt over the turtleneck with the shell on top of that. You'll be good to go!
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post #3 of 19
12/20/09 at 10:23pm
Polyester sweatpants (from Target, $17) will work over shorts for cold days, if you can't bring yourself to wear tights.
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post #4 of 19
12/21/09 at 9:46am
Layers with clothing that wicks moisture. Smart Wool makes a good warm sock for running.

Perhaps the bigger issue is running on snow and ice. Last year, I tried the YakTrax grip but didn't care for it. My Brooks all weather trail running shoe provided sufficient traction.

Even though it is cold, remember to drink water!

Because there are fewer hours of daylight, you might be running in darkness. Wear reflective clothing, lights, etc.... "Lit up like a Christmas tree!"
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post #5 of 19
12/21/09 at 10:54am
Polypropylene or capilene thermal undershirt under a regular T-shirt and a softshell works well for me. That's usually what I wear while cross-country skiing as well. And as you indicated, absolutely wear gloves - your hands will get cold and you'll feel miserable otherwise.
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post #6 of 19
12/21/09 at 12:36pm
a hat! I wear an acrylic/wool beani my Mom knitted, its exactly like those MJK hats but it only cost $2.

Your ears will thank you, keep the cold wind out or you'll get an infection.

I hate running in below 32, if you dress warm you'll be so weighed down its brutal. I just wear compression pants (Target-$17), then shorts, then a long sleeve T a hat and gloves....Really though you can't find a cheaper gym than $100 a month? My gym costs $50 a year and I only use it to run on the treadmill when its really nasty out. Look for rec centers or YMCA not Gold's Gyms or whatever. Hell for $100 you could buy a treadmill, a POS one but still.
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post #7 of 19
12/21/09 at 2:30pm
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Originally Posted by underwearer View Post
a hat! I wear an acrylic/wool beani my Mom knitted, its exactly like those MJK hats but it only cost $2.

Your ears will thank you, keep the cold wind out or you'll get an infection....

Warm ears are important; I wear a Gortex cap with ear flaps.

Warm fingers are also important; I like the cotton type if it's not too cold. I switch to gortex if needed.

Also take a few hankerchiefs.
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post #8 of 19
12/21/09 at 5:34pm
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Warm ears are important; I wear a Gortex cap with ear flaps.

Warm fingers are also important; I like the cotton type if it's not too cold. I switch to gortex if needed.

Also take a few hankerchiefs.

Brooks makes great mittens.
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post #9 of 19
12/21/09 at 5:42pm
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Brooks makes great mittens.

I have trouble working the Timex with mittens.
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post #10 of 19
12/21/09 at 7:22pm
ears/head is essential. personally i dont use gloves, but i do shove my hands inside my sweatshirt sleeves keep your pelvic area warm as well, once running on thanksgiving it got very, very cold down there for me, and i became scared
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post #11 of 19
12/24/09 at 2:42am
I'd go for UA or other "technical" clothing cold gear. Just avoid cotton in cold weather at all cost because the sweat feels like a freezer when you run. Moisture wicking fabrics is your friend. I tend to over layer all the time when I run, so getting it right is trial and error as everyone is different.
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post #12 of 19
12/24/09 at 12:01pm
I forgot to mention lip balm. I slather a bunch on before running and when I come home my lips are all purdy and soft like a prom queen's thighs.
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post #13 of 19
12/28/09 at 2:57am
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Originally Posted by tc6 View Post
So here's the deal, my college gym is closed for a month during winter break, but I don't want to stop exercising for a month. I checked into a few local gyms and it's gonna cost me about $100 for the month to start a member ship. So starting tomorrow I'm gonna start running 3 miles every morning outside. I have enough home gym equipment that'll suffice for a month(dumbbells, bench press, exercise ball) as well. Basically, I'm going to buy a few polyester/spandex long sleeve shirts and shorts and layer over that with fleece and a jacket. Of course gloves and a hat will be worn too. Would this be enough to keep me warm or atleast warm enough to complete my run?

are you serious

have you ever played sports

or seen people run in the cold? Or just lack common sense?

you warm up - no burn up after a bit.

i'll laugh if i see you running around in that spandex, long sleeve, extra layer, and fleet/jacket with the hat/gloves combo

too much gear broski. I roll in a long sleve thermal, and polyester pants. When you run you want to be as mobile as possible not dragged down with mad gear that will burn you the fuck up after 15 mins of warning up. shit i can't even wear a beanie...
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post #14 of 19
12/28/09 at 3:10am
Your speed and fitness will determine how hot your likely to get in your running gear. I can run in cold weather quite rugged up if I'm running distance and not sprints.

Compression longs are fantastic, I resisted even contemplating them until I tried them out. They are sex if you get the fit right. I find they help your circulation, so you tire less when running, they cut chaffing out and my knees love them. I think it keeps the direct cold off them, and then allows them to cool down slower... or what ever it does I can't run without them now.

Hands and ears must be kept warm, it just hurts way too much when they freeze up.

However if you need to buy a lot of decent cold weather gear you might as well just join the gym...
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post #15 of 19
12/28/09 at 3:13am
compression shorts are a must they keep your quads warm and loosen, prevents cramps, and most importantly supports the jewels
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