The temperature may drop, but that does not mean your miles have to drop too. With the appropriate gear you will be able to crush your running goals all winter long.
Layers matter! But more does not mean better. When it comes to layering, we need to think about the “layering system”. What we don’t want is to be excessively layered up in thick, heavy materials to the point where you look like this.
Instead, we want to clothe ourselves in technical running clothing focusing with sweat-wicking materials to allow moisture to escape, whereas non-sweat-wicking materials such as cotton, traps moisture aka our sweat and leaves you and your clothes feeling cold, clammy, and uncomfortable.
Helpful Tip: When determining what to wear for you winter runs, keep in mind this rule of thumb: Dress as if it’s 10 degrees warmer to account for your body warming up as it gets moving.
Below are our recommendations depending on the temperature outside.
40 degrees: 1 Top + 1 Bottom (Shorts or leggings)
MRC Women’s Leggings – In-store & Online
Lululemon Swiftly Tech Long Sleeve – In-store
Men’s Vuori Kore Short 5” – In-store & Online
MRC Men’s Quarter Zip 2.0 – In-store & Online
30-35 degrees: 2 Top + 1 Bottom
Lululemon Wunder Train Leggings – In-store
Mizuno Women’s Breath Thermo Long Sleeve – In-store & Online
Lululemon Down-Fill Vest – In-store
Men’s Nike Repel Challenger Tight – In-store & Online
Vuori Strato Tech Tee Long Sleeve – In-store
MRC Men’s Down Vest – In-store & Online
Below 30 degrees:
For the extra chilly temperatures, we recommend items that are specifically designed for extreme wintry weather. We offer several options in-store and online for men & women such as:
Mizuno Breath Thermo Apparel – In-store & Online
Women’s Lululemon Down Jacket – In-store
Socks & Accessories:
For socks, opt for a thicker crew sock – but make sure it is still a running sock, not cotton!
Winter Accessories such as gloves, hats, and hand/feet warmers can be found here.
