tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post3664886804705913843..comments2024-03-26T12:01:11.769-05:00Comments on Running on the Fly: A Winter Running RefresherKim at Running on the Flyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-7140952752503287692020-11-20T19:24:40.138-06:002020-11-20T19:24:40.138-06:00We have already had two substantial snowfalls...ba...We have already had two substantial snowfalls...back in early-mid October (I think?). Thankfully, the snow didn't even last 24 hours, but it was a big buzzkill when it arrived that early!Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-32399032547687882832020-11-20T19:23:07.537-06:002020-11-20T19:23:07.537-06:00Yes, I had to do it...the "W" word is un...Yes, I had to do it...the "W" word is unavoidable LOL I'd love a mild winter, too. I think we're due!Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-21764837335758422302020-11-20T19:21:55.405-06:002020-11-20T19:21:55.405-06:00The "feels like" temps are so tricky, bu...The "feels like" temps are so tricky, but a huge factor. Although I n=much prefer the heat of summer, even I admit to loving the tranquility of a cold run (sans wind, of course).Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-90052707396656966512020-11-20T19:19:48.518-06:002020-11-20T19:19:48.518-06:00All of my (late season) biking gave me a bit of an...All of my (late season) biking gave me a bit of an edge this year...it's colder on the bike, so I had to figure out the layering earlier than usual. I think it gave me a chance to acclimate without realizing it.Kim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-11959318915833841852020-11-20T19:17:41.543-06:002020-11-20T19:17:41.543-06:00It took me awhile to adjust to the winter running ...It took me awhile to adjust to the winter running thing, but it beats the treadmill...says the gal who would rather be sweating it out on a hot summer day LOLKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-72031467726624936992020-11-20T19:16:15.906-06:002020-11-20T19:16:15.906-06:00You're right about the winter and summer chall...You're right about the winter and summer challenges! The winter ones are more painful for me, though LOLKim at Running on the Flyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03028968906430207641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-78030658732184946562020-11-20T10:36:18.365-06:002020-11-20T10:36:18.365-06:00I was going to ask of y'all got snow already t...I was going to ask of y'all got snow already this year but then I read your disclaimer! <br /><br />I think as runners, we can endure a little more cold than non runners. Ever since I started running regularly( almost 10 years ago) I don't remember us having a real bad or real cold winter. Now we have had a cold snap for a week or two but that's it. But I think it's all about perspective. I probably won't venture out if it is below 32 but I do have a favorite therma fit top and fleece tights I love to wear but if I wear them in anything over 40 Its way too hot....lol. With that said, I do enjoy the treadmill too! Thanks for linking up! -MFairytales and Fitnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11771224209536216240noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-27542168919196339662020-11-20T07:57:05.519-06:002020-11-20T07:57:05.519-06:00Oh, Kim...I can't believe you wrote it. The dr...Oh, Kim...I can't believe you wrote it. The dreaded "W" word! Ugh!!! I'm not ready. But, ready or not, winter is coming. I'm hoping for a mild one. I am going to enjoy my trail run with some buddies this morning. It's supposed to be 60 degrees by the time we meet. Yay!<br /><br />By the way, I have 2 pairs of flannel (or fleece)-lined tights. They are the best, especially on a windy day!Meditations in Motionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08406003928113822953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-7747691606451330042020-11-20T07:15:12.570-06:002020-11-20T07:15:12.570-06:00Very interesting about the hills. I admit I've...Very interesting about the hills. I admit I've never thought about that! Also consider that the same temperature in fall/winter feels much colder than in Spring. The shorter days means the ground never gets as warm as it does when the sun shines longer.<br /><br />And don't forget to look at the "feels like" temp. Today may be in the 40s here, but it's also wicked windy & it's going to feel a lot colder.Judy @ Chocolaterunsjudyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14096124660145481881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-3806943818078220222020-11-20T07:15:11.758-06:002020-11-20T07:15:11.758-06:00I am always trying to get it right at the beginnin...I am always trying to get it right at the beginning of the season. I tend to run hot so I have to remember not to overdress. Also wind and clouds make it colder than sun and no wind.<br /><br />My DIY arm warmers have been a god send. I can get away with just a vest and add them. If I'm warm, I just roll them down. Always wear gloves and a beanie (now a buff/gaiter).Darlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15383271437202673669noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-1495248610085974962020-11-20T07:13:02.290-06:002020-11-20T07:13:02.290-06:00I learned to run outside so it's just my prefe...I learned to run outside so it's just my preference as well. I never thought about the hills blocking some of the wind and temps. The only time I won't run outside is in ice.Deborah Brookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09723497728598811234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5884362622170497685.post-22887703518811374262020-11-20T05:58:19.898-06:002020-11-20T05:58:19.898-06:00When I started running, I learned pretty quickly t...When I started running, I learned pretty quickly that if you only run when the weather is nice you're not going to be running very much. Winter and summer both have their "challenges" but it makes sense to learn to deal with both. Realistically I will have to take my weekday runs inside soon but hopefully the weather will play nice on weekends.Birchwood Piehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01504702778025456387noreply@blogger.com