Winter is here and you are probably thinking about how you can keep running in the cold. So, if you want to exercise during the winter, we want to offer you some basic tips to run and adapt to the weather of these months without problems. Let's get started!
Wear suitable clothing
You must wear the right clothing for running. For example, cotton garments are not suitable for use during winter; since they absorb sweat, causing a greater sensation of cold. Ideally, you should use specialized breathable and thermal garments for this activity. In this way, the sweat of the body evaporates and you will have a suitable body temperature.
You must warm up for a longer time
As in any exercise, doing a warm-up beforehand is perfect to avoid injuries. In the case of runners in winter, the warm-up time should be longer. This happens because, due to the low temperatures, it costs much more for the body to active all the muscles.
Protects the most cold-sensitive parts
There are parts of the body that are more sensitive to cold, such as the throat, ears, hands, and nose. You must protect these parts using hats, glasses, and earmuffs to reduce the feeling of cold. We also recommend breathing through your nose, since if you breathe through your mouth, the cold air goes directly to your throat and you can get sick.
Always stay hydrated
When we run at low temperatures, you likely feel that you are not thirsty and do not drink water. It is important to stay hydrated at all times since the body continues to sweat even at low temperatures. Drink water before, during, and after training.
Run during the sunny hours
This is a great strategy since you take advantage of the little heat that the sun gives you to be less cold. This will also depend on the area in which you live and the time you have available to do this activity.
