9 Tips To Stay Upright

There’s something magical about embracing a cold, dark winter morning running through the snow. But it’s less of a miracle when you end up with your butt because you don’t realize there are rocks or you’re wearing the wrong shoes. As a morning runner, my first thought is usually how many classes do I need? But after a freezing night or a snowstorm, I watch out for ice…especially black ice. Reading: how to run in the snow

Is it safe to run in the snow?

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Totally with the right equipment and the right attitude. Going for a run can be a pleasure when you consider it won’t look like an uphill endeavor on a sunny spring day.

Running on Snow Tips

When it comes to snow running shoes, you may be surprised to find that your trail running shoe is a perfect fit. :

Check out these best trail running shoes
Be more cautious than a run in the summer
Don’t sprint and train hard in the snow
Aim for trails where you’re less likely to encounter black ice
Switch to a treadmill if running too deep will affect your training

Change your run time

This is not the time to start striding and sprinting, instead remember that slowing down or turning is harder, so you’ll need to slow down. It’s time to be cautious, not setting any personal bests, unless they are personal bests.

Plan an early morning jog so you can take advantage of the sun to shine the rock and maybe warm it up so it’s at least ice.
If you can aim for snow on slightly split snow, you’ll usually see more traction
Wearing something like Oakley Prizm lenses can help the band see better due to the contrast it provides
Early morning joggers always use headlights instead of relying on street lights
Understand how black ice forms so you can stay alert

“The prime time for this ice to grow is around dawn and late evening, when temperatures are usually lowest. Ground temperature causes precipitation to freeze on impact, thus creating ice.” – Accuweather

Embrace the trails

Because the trails have not been whitewashed, you’re more likely to find snow than ice in most places, which means better grip and less chance of skidding. Treat it like running on the beach and keep the run shorter, knowing it will build new muscles.When the trail starts to get packed, any of the spiked shoes listed below or trail shoes will give you better grip than on slippery pavement. Winter runs are often base-building time, so embrace obstacles as a way to improve your preconceptions and enjoy an easier mileage.

Does running in the snow make you faster?

Just telling you not to do your speed runs in the snow, you can assume not. But just like running on the beach, you will have to use a lot of new muscles and force to think about lifting your legs, so it could very well lead to some stronger leg muscles and therefore faster running. .

What to wear to run in the snow?

Depending on the day, you may find long sleeves and tights abound! That’s what makes Colorado winters so crazy. Other days feel like full winter, in which case:

Trail running shoes
Winter running gloves
Running Beanie
Winter running tights (the fleece lining is amazing)
Winter running jacket

The second part of running in the snow, is being prepared for the idea that you can find some ice.

Top ice running tips

Aside from not falling, what can really help you get through an ice run while still maintaining it? Let’s be honest, I can walk on a perfectly flat sidewalk, so I had to do some research and reach out to more experienced winter runners.Do not do that Seriously, we know the risk is higher, so if you can find a clear path, go for it.

Foreseen Which side of the road melts faster? and re-freeze. Around our neighborhood, certain areas are frequently shaded, so running on the other side of the street can mean avoiding slipping and sliding past someone’s house.
Consider the treadmill. I know many of you despise it, but seeing all the ways it can really improve your running and good morning on the treadmill to eliminate injury is worth it in the long run.

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Be an A-type mini It sounds ridiculous, but like trail running, you’ll only get more comfortable with the shift underfoot the more you do it. So practice, practice, practice and let your inner Type A flag fly. time you have to slide! Plus, it means you’re taking a softer step, putting less force on the ice. Shorter step doesn’t mean faster, it just means increasing the rotation of your foot.Don’t forget in the winter your warm-ups are even more important, and it’s important to know how to run with the wind, so add them to your Type A checklist. Worried about running on snow and ice? Check out these awesome tips #runchat #winter Click to TweetGet Winterized Just like you need a leash on a tire to go in the mountains (yes, the things I learned in Colorado), you need to chill those shoes. Read more: how to put your mac in airplane mode Adding a nail or other clamp to your shoe is a great way to increase traction. There are plenty of options depending on your budget. :

install screws into your existing shoes
buy a pullover for your spiked shoes (this is what i do)
Invest in quality shoes if you’re going to wear too much

My new friend Kate, who lives, runs and enjoys the outdoors year-round in Alaska offers this advice: “For running on the ice, I use a pair of waterproof shoes and slip on Khatoolas. My Nano Spikes go up to protect me from slipping and slipping. We also sell a shoe called “IceBugs” that has carbon spikes on the bottom of the shoe that are precisely placed so as not to affect your gate as you run. ) They can place them crookedly or in the wrong place and over time can cause injury to runners. If thorns are not an option for any reason – I always… always recommend padded shorts.Ok, I really like that last piece of advice.There you have it, everything you ever wanted to know about running on snow. It’s been an adventure for the past 5 years moving from Florida to Colorado for the winter. I was a bit hesitant at first, but now enjoy this season as much as the others. Do you have any tips on ice and snow? Do you avoid or accept it? More ways to connect with Amanda Instagram Daily Fun: RunToTheFinishFacebook Community Chatter: RunToTheFinishSign up for a weekly newsletter with top tips Read more: how to print multiple shipping labels on ebay