WINTER warriors
STAYING SAFE THIS WINTER IS ALL ABOUT TAKING PRECAUTIONS, SAYS LOUISE PYNE
LOUISE PYNE
WINTER SAFETY
Dark, cold, windy and wet… There’s no denying that winter running doesn’t have the same pull as summer jogging. But to top it off, lacing up your trainers when the temperature drops comes with additional safety challenges, too. That said, if you take some smart steps to safeguard yourself from the hazards out there, enduring cold weather runs could catapult your fitness to a higher level. Freezing temperatures mean you’ll burn more calories, as your body will be working harder to keep warm. And furthermore, mustering up the motivation to bundle up and brave weather woes will see you push through physical and mental boundaries.
Being a solo runner during the darker months, you’ll need to be savvy about everything from your routes to running gear. So, to help you get prepared, our experts have revealed their precautionary tips to ensure you continue to enjoy pounding the pavements, whatever the colder season brings.