Winter Running Gear - How to Make Running in the Snow Fun

Winter is fast approaching and those comfortable summer runs are coming to an end, well for some of us runners at least. Soon, we won't be wearing our running shorts and skirts and short sleeve tech tees. We'll be bundled up in nice, cozy, warm winter running gear. From base layers, to goretex shells our running wardrobe always gets a makeover in the winter. So what's hot this winter for running addicts, those sub zero runners that pound the pavement and get in those long runs only to finish with frosted eybrows and numb cheeks.

Yaktrax are one of our favorite items for winter running on snow and ice. It can be very dangerous running on icey patches along a sidewalk or road and cause many more problems that a little frost bite. Yaktrax are a low cost insurance policy to keep you safe and secure during your winter runs. The cost of Yaktrax Pro are about $30.00 a various online running specialty stores. They are easy to use and can be placed over just about any running shoe for that extra security to keep you safe on a winter run.

On the official Yaktrax website you can read many testimonials about this great product. They also build a Yaktrax product for walkers, its very popular with the elderly as it keeps our grandparens safe walking on snow and ice.

Visit the offical Yaktrax website.

Women's Winter Running Tights with Attached Running Skirt - RunningSkirts.com, the leader in the running skirt apparel category has a great winter running skirt product that gives you more coverage and warmth than your average pair or winter running tights. The tights are made with optimal performance fabrics built for running in the winter time. The running skirt is attached to the outside of the tights to give you that added coverage on those cold morning runs. You'll not only have a winter running tight that performs better but you'll look better too. They also have some great matching long sleeve shirts designed for winter running.

Always Wear a Hat and Cover Your Neck - There's all kinds of fancy schmancy hats out there, nothing beats a good old winter ski hat and scarf. There is so much heat that is lost through your head and neck area that its important on those extreme cold days that you bundle up and protect yourself from the elements. You can go from dark brown hair to grey / white in about a 1 hour run in the low temperatures. Your eyelashes may even have that just right grey look. Remember can be as comfortable or uncomfortable as you make it. You can always take layers off, you can't create them if you don't start with them.

Grabber Hand Warmers - Great to Warm Your Hands on a Winter Run - These were the official hand warmers of 2002 Salt Lake City Olympic Games. Over 30% of your body heat can be lost through hands and feet. On really cold mornings wearing mits are ideal because your fingers can keep other company and specifically warm, through in a Grabber hand warmer and who knows you might feel like your running on a hot summer day. Well okay glass half full thinking isn't so bad is it?

These warmers are another low cost accessory item for the winter runner. They are usually available at check out counters in large sports department stores and running specialty stores. Great for all purpose use for those snowy cold days.

Winter Running Tips One of the most important tips for the winter runner is to hydrate, drink lots of water and fluids. The colder weather tends to be quite dry and can quickly dehydrate you creating other discomforts. Always make sure you are drinking enough water on your runs. Remember to bring a water bottle with you.

The Winter Running Base Layer - Your base layer should always consist of technical fabrics and not a cotton tee. Cotton shirts will hold moisture and end up freezing a some point making you feel colder and will increase the chances of hypothermia. Helly Hansen makes some great base layers, well know for ski clothing they have some great products. Under Armour is also a great choice, gives the bulk of winter running gear to a minimum with their sleak designs.

The Running Page stay on top of the latest developments in winter running gear, apparel and clothing for the dedicated runner in you. Running in the snow can be fun when you are prepared for the elements. Remember safety comes first always have some type of reflective clothing on so motorists can spot you in the dark. The sun sets early in the winter and often we are running in darker conditions. Enjoy the winter running season and stay safe.