Tips to stay warm during your winter workouts
- Trainer Emily
- Feb 22, 2022
- 2 min read
Make sure you have a good pair of water proof boots and warm socks.
- Wool/Smart Wool or winter running/hiking socks that wick away moisture will help keep your feet warm and dry, & I they do get wet (from sweat or water), they do not lose their insulating ability.
- Look for kicks that will help keep your feet warm, most winter and hiking boots have a temperature rating. You will need to help your socks keep your feet dry with water proof rated materials such as Gore-Tex.
I know you may gravitate toward that tried and true comfy sweatshirt of yours as a layer under your coat but try out these few layers instead.
- Wear a synthetic moisture wicking layer as your base layer, we want to try and keep our body as dry as those feet!
- Your next layer (or two if it is colder) can be a lightweight fleece type material that is designed for warmth.
- Remember, you can always remove a layer if you get hot. Nobody wants to trudge all the way back to the care (or home) to get an additional layer of clothing, but it would be a great way to get extra steps in! haha
- Your outer layer or shell should be something water proof to keep that wet snow out and warm enough (with your inner layers) for the elements.
- Worried about getting too hot? Try using a ski or snowboarding shell, most of them have zipper vents to help cool you off.
Wear a mask or scarf to keep your face warm and don’t forget your hat and good pair of gloves (preferably water resistant if you can).
If you are going hiking or snow shoeing try purchasing and using hiking/walking poles to help you keep your balance. We all know how treacherous hidden ice or bumps under the snow can be!
Here are some additional tips and tips and recommendations from the Chicago Tribune (1)
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