Episode 42: Your Guide to Cold Weather Running

This whole episode answers a listener’s question: what are our tips and tricks for running in cold weather? Amanda and Laura both have years of experience of running in the cold (from living in Northwest Indiana and Colorado). We take a look at what the research says about cold weather endurance training and share tips and tricks we’ve learned over the years.  Discussion points include: Motivation during the winter months The value of pre-run warm-ups for running in cold weather How to dress for running in cold weather  Breathing issues from running in the cold Hydration and fueling on runs in cold weather Do you run slower in cold weather? Tips for running on snow and ice How cold is too cold to run? Tips for racing in cold weather Further resources:  https://www.runtothefinish.com/what-to-wear-winter-running/ https://lauranorrisrunning.com/your-guide-to-running-in-cold-weather/ https://lauranorrisrunning.com/how-cold-is-too-cold-to-run/ https://lauranorrisrunning.com/racing-cold-weather/ https://www.runtothefinish.com/best-winter-running-shoes/ https://www.runtothefinish.com/running-on-ice-tips/ https://www.runtothefinish.com/cold-weather-running-gear References: PMID: 34652333 PMID: 34574624 PMID: 26756639 PMID: 34574624 PMID: 17473775 PMID: 34752434

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The Tread Lightly Running Podcast provides data-driven, evidence-based running advice in a practical, accessible, and inclusive manner. . You'll learn about how to run faster, marathon training, the latest fueling science, how to prevent running injury, and more. Tread Lightly Running Podcast is co-hosted by Amanda Brooks and Laura Norris, MSc. Together, they have over 20 years of coaching experience and have helped thousands of runners reach their goals through 1:1 coaching and group training. They've appeared in Runner's World, SELF, NPR, Outside, and other major media.