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Safety and gear tips on running in winter, with comment from an expert at SportsShoes.com
Author: Annelies Van de Velde
Date: Feb 1, 2010 - 6:49:01 AM
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How to safely run yourself
fit in the New Year
According to The British Nutrition Foundation a typical Christmas dinner clocks up close to 1500 calories, so it’s hardly surprising many of us will be turning to sports in the New Year to ‘offset’ our excess festive calories. One of the cheapest and most effective forms of exercise that gets you outdoors as well is running. The average runner will run off more than 600 calories in one hour - all you need is some decent running clothes, a good pair of trainers and a positive mental attitude to brave the winter weather! But if you’re thinking of running your way into the New Year, don’t forget to read these safety tips for running in winter first.
Wear high viz clothing
Be seen or be, well, squashed potentially. As the sun sets before 5.30pm in January and most of February, it’s likely you’ll be running in the dark quite often during these months and it’s important other road users can see you out of the corner of their eyes to avoid nasty accidents. Although most sports shoes and some running clothing can contain reflective parts, high viz clothing really is a must if you want to be seen to be safe. There are a lot of choices on the market now and not all high viz items are garish yellow! Try the Ron Hill Windlite jacket which is available in pink.
Don’t be a victim
Running alone in the dark brings another potential danger of
setting yourself up as a victim to malicious individuals. For that reason, try
to run with a buddy, tell someone when and where you are running, vary your
routes and avoid deserted areas. Taking a mobile phone and some money is always
a good idea too, in case you need to be picked up or take a bus home.
Stay warm and dry
Layering your running clothing is key in winter, as it means
you can start fully clothed and take off layers to avoid sweating too much and
losing vital body heat. You’ll warm up quite quickly, so if you’re leaving the
house toasty warm, you’ve probably got too much on – it’s best to start off
feeling slightly chilly. A long-sleeved running top and running tights topped
off with a wind-proof running jacket, hat and gloves make for a good winter
running wardrobe. Go for light-weight, breathable, windproof and waterproof fabrics
that wick moisture away from your body. Running gear specialist Brett Bannister
from SportsShoes.com says:
“Remember, you’ll need extra motivation in
winter, so getting this right will give you that extra push. The hardest bit is
getting yourself outside of your warm and toasty indoor environment, but once
you’ve done it, you’ll never come back feeling worse.”
Beware of snow and ice
Although running in the snow can be a magical experience, beware of the potential hazards lurking underneath. Opt for fresher, softer snow and avoid anything too hard-packed or icy. While running outside has more mood-boosting value than indoor exercise, you can weather-proof your winter running by investing in a treadmill. You can buy a decent one for around £100 from eBay, so if you have the space this may be a worthy investment!
And for your winter running wardrobe, the January sales couldn’t have come at a better time. SportsShoes.com for example currently has an epic sale on with items up to 70% off, from high viz items to running clothing and men and women’s running shoes. Now you really don’t have an excuse not to get running …
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