You could say that the weather has been a little bit on the cold side for the past few weeks. And in some parts of the country that would be an understatement. Many runners love winter running. Quiet and empty streets. Cool, crisp air, and a feeling of blissful solitude. But let’s face it, it can be tough to find the motivation to reach for the trainers when it is close to zero outside, or even below. So here are just a few tips to help get you going during the deep freeze:
- try to run in your lunch breaks rather than at the beginning or end of the day. Though the daytime temperature may be only a few degrees above what it is during the night you will feel the difference. Plus it is less likely to be icy underfoot.
- warm up thoroughly before you head out of the door. Try a few star jumps and a bit of running on the spot, or head to the gym and start your run on a treadmill.
- find a friend. It can be easier to find the motivation to keep to your schedule if you can run with someone else, even if it is for just one of your weekly sessions.
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