Running in cold weather is, to some degree, easier than running in hot weather. In the cold, you can always add layers of clothing. Keeping your feet warm is more difficult. The problem is that adding insulation decreases circulation, causing feet to become cold. The main health issues to worry about in the cold are frostbite (freezing of skin) and hypothermia (lowering of body temperature). To avoid hypothermia, remain dry. If possible, carry spare clothes as insurance. To avoid the extreme cold, run in the mid or late afternoon rather than, say, the early morning. In addition, running through a leafless forest can reduce the wind while still letting sunshine through.
Key Takeaways:
- The issue with running shoes is that increased insulation causes decreased circulation.
- With frostbite, skin becomes cold and red, then hard, numb and pale.
- Staying dry is essential to avoid hypothermia, so consider carrying spare clothes.
“Just as in cool and moderately cold conditions, layering is the key. You’ll want to be able to add layers quickly should your progress slow or conditions worsen.”
Read more: https://www.irunfar.com/the-basics-of-running-safely-in-cold-weather
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