I went out and bought all the necessities for my first winter run ever. -8 Celcius with a windchill of -12. Couldn't have done it without this informative video! Since I'm a total beginner I thought I would share a few extra tips: 1. Your face will feel very cold at first and then get warmer as the run goes on. Then your lungs will feel cold from breathing in the cold air. Power through. Breathing through the nose helps. 2. Wear lipbalm... Trust me, you're gonna need it with all that cold air passing through your lips. 3. Bring a tissue. You aren't the only thing running, your nose will run too! 4. Your glasses/goggles will fog up if too close to your face. 5. The cooldown period after the jog will be significantly shorter. Don't stray too far from the warmth of your vehicle. 6. Finally... Careful not to burn your mouth on the chicken broth!!!
These are all very true, thanks for sharing them! Happy to help. It took me a long time to get into winter running, and hey, I'll still take a gorgeous 72 & sunny day, but it's better than treadmill running! Happy you liked the broth. I almost didn't throw it in there since it's a little off-the-wall, but *MAN*, isn't it just the best? It's liquid gold after 2 hours in 20degrees. Happy running!
One more thing, one should ALWAYS wear something that's both high vis and reflective. One thing that works great, is a running high vis reflective vest, as you can wear it over pretty much anything.
I moved from Nicaragua to Poland and did not have any idea on how to dress, already suffered coldness and suffocation but your video has answered all my doubts. Thank you so much!
I wish I had watched this very useful, more budget friendly review before I purchased 100% merino wool leggings, under layering shirts and a merino wool windbreaker (other reviews recommended). I tend to run hot as well but I hate being cold on a run or cool down. *BEST TIP EVER* The chicken paste and water waiting in the car. I tried this yesterday in 30 degree, heavy snow 5 mile run. All I could think of was the chicken soup in my car (while enjoying the run, of course)! Best reward ever! Great tips!
Good for you getting out in the snow though! I can deal with cold, but snow running is its own beast for sure. I also run pretty hot; it's surprising how little you actually need once you get going. Think about it like this, at least you have nice merino stuff (merino is great!) And happy you liked the chicken broth thing. Like you, I just crave it on cold runs. It's so good! 🤣
I just wear wool socks on my hands rather than purchasing gloves... easy on/off and you can just wash them when need be. yes I get criticized by my friends, but man oh man its convenient and works. Good vid as always.
Another emergency option is rubber gloves underneath the insulation layers. Durden is right though... With zero breathability you definitely increase the risk for moisture/ etc
Thanks for that useful summary. In future would you please remember that outside the USA the rest of the planet think in Celsius & km. Saying both or doing what other UA-camrs do and overlay some text with the numbers in both would make it easier to relate to what you’re saying.
Absolutely! This is a pretty old video for me and I always try to do it since. Especially since it's definitely the majority of people who use units that actually make sense 🤣
Thank you for the links. I just moved to NH and this will be my first time running in snow. I'm used to regular ground. Bought some gortex shoes today, still need slothing.
First time taking running outside serious in the winter here too! Definitely make sure to get some microspikes and some serious shoes. I'm in gilmanton, do a lot of backroad and trail running so if you're more in the concord/manchester area you may be fine I'd still get some sort of ice gripping product just maybe not as hardcore as microspikes. We can get A LOT of ice in belknap county, itll snow one day, be 40° the next and melt and then the next day is 10° yet looks like spring. White mountains area is heaven in the winter they get snow and keep it 😆 I imagine it's less icy I know that's true for woodland trails and ski resorts. New Hampshire is three states in one I'd definitely ask around for location specific advice. Even if you dont know anyone who runs outside near you, you could always talk with local small sports shops. Specifically small businesses because those sales positions are super competitive around here so you're more likely to get someone who knows what they're talking about.
Good tip on the wood working glasses, been wearing my goodr’s purely for wind protection but looks kinda goofy when it’s cold dark and rainy on McMullen!
Hey Justin. Thank you so much for this video. I've been struggling to figure out my winter running gear. Sometimes I've got sick from running in the past and recently, I find after I feel really cold for the rest of the day and it's still around 10 degrees C. But I think my mistake was using a water proof insulated jacket, so I was sweating a lot on the inside, and probably sometimes got some drafts going up the jacket. Thanks again!
Happy to help! I try to be on the more minimal, “buy less, run more” kick as much as possible, but the closer you are to freezing, the more the right gear really does start to affect your experience. I probably blame marketing a bit (“you don’t want to be wet, do you? Buy waterproof gear”) but if you’ve been running in a waterproof insulated jacket, no wonder you’re unhappy, especially at ~10c. Anything between like 1-10 is a hard temp to dress for. It kinda sucks, but honestly if you can endure being cold for the first ten minutes or so, you’ll warm into a good rhythm. A long sleeve merino would be my go to there, with MAYBE a very light insulated jacket (like the one in my video.) Not waterproof, not thick at all. 10c feels cool when you start, but even a little insulation will overdo it if you’re running; prioritize breathability. If you’re soaking wet, you’ll be unhappy.
Justin, Thanks for the informative comments and product reviews. Three things that I never thought of...and have never seen at any races...1) a race belt(genius), 2) the broth/boullion recharge and 3) running eye wear. Could you do a video about safe running at night/winter conditions?
Certainly, glad it helped! Also, forgot to mention in the video: I did some research on the safety glasses, polycarbonate is naturally UV blocking, so it's safe in that regard too. I used to just skip eyewear on summer sunset runs, but I've had gnats divebomb my eyes too many times to do that again! Can do!
Would be really nice if you could provide the temps in C as well as F. I can’t really imagine those temps you provide and it would take a long time to convert each on into C.
Haha, yeah that sure was a nice day, wasn't it? I'm originally from Idaho, so I've had far more than my fair share of 6 month stretches of feet of snow. Just gross. I'm happily living down south right now. We don't get the snow, but it'll still cool down into the 20s. But yeah, those people who run real distance in 15f with snow on the ground are another breed. I just shift to the treadmill at that point, lol
@@tdurden9532 There're places in Russia with average temperatures in November - March around -40 to -50 F. Sometimes it reaches -80 F with record numbers closer to -90F. Good luck running in such climate.
JustinDoesTriathlon I know the feeling. Luckily for us the hot wave is over. Mind you we’ve had similar temperatures here in London. I hope it passes quick enough for you.
Well, two things! 1, my vision is good enough that during the summer I mostly just go without glasses. 2, in the winter I use my beanie to help keep them in place. But yeah, it's not ideal. I have astigmatism, rub my eyes, and the few contact options were all uncomfortably to me, so contacts just didn't work for me. I like glasses overall, but if my vision degrades past where it's at (-1.5 and -1.75) I imagine I'd probably eventually get lasic. I'm not sure. :(
JustinDoesTriathlon Noo, don’t get lasik. I just tried these and it works www.amazon.com/SMARTTOP-Comfortable-Eyeglasses-Sunglasses-Spectacles/dp/B07R6G2PX2/ref=asc_df_B07R6G2PX2/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=366418808339&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6722522680508822722&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021721&hvtargid=pla-788218965313&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=74513984805&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=366418808339&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6722522680508822722&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021721&hvtargid=pla-788218965313
My sunglasses/clear glasses, or my actual glasses? Always to the first, almost never to the second. I'm lucky enough that my prescription is fairly light, so I can see well enough to be comfortable without wearing them. Unlucky though that I have astigmatism and *really* do not react well to contacts, so it's not as simple as being able to just go grab some cheapo +.5 drug store glasses or whatever. I have had times where I've run with my actual glasses (trail runs I'm unfamiliar with,) but I usually just go without since that's an option for me. If I just actually couldn't see without glasses, I'd probably use an old pair with those rubber back of the neck straps and then tighten it down so they won't move at all. I've thought about the sport glasses thing, but with my vision it's just not worth the $$$ to me.
Hey there! Sorry, I wasn't super clear on that-I mean wear poly underwear, like the first tights. They're not see through, but I typically still wear underwear just for compression and such. I don't wear underwear with typical summer running shorts, though.
What about -15 Celsius to-30 Celsius. I haven’t run in these temperatures lately but I signed up for a race in February and this would likely be the temperature during this time of year.
I went out and bought all the necessities for my first winter run ever. -8 Celcius with a windchill of -12. Couldn't have done it without this informative video! Since I'm a total beginner I thought I would share a few extra tips:
1. Your face will feel very cold at first and then get warmer as the run goes on. Then your lungs will feel cold from breathing in the cold air. Power through. Breathing through the nose helps.
2. Wear lipbalm... Trust me, you're gonna need it with all that cold air passing through your lips.
3. Bring a tissue. You aren't the only thing running, your nose will run too!
4. Your glasses/goggles will fog up if too close to your face.
5. The cooldown period after the jog will be significantly shorter. Don't stray too far from the warmth of your vehicle.
6. Finally... Careful not to burn your mouth on the chicken broth!!!
These are all very true, thanks for sharing them! Happy to help. It took me a long time to get into winter running, and hey, I'll still take a gorgeous 72 & sunny day, but it's better than treadmill running! Happy you liked the broth. I almost didn't throw it in there since it's a little off-the-wall, but *MAN*, isn't it just the best? It's liquid gold after 2 hours in 20degrees. Happy running!
One more thing, one should ALWAYS wear something that's both high vis and reflective.
One thing that works great, is a running high vis reflective vest, as you can wear it over pretty much anything.
I moved from Nicaragua to Poland and did not have any idea on how to dress, already suffered coldness and suffocation but your video has answered all my doubts.
Thank you so much!
Great video brother! Keep me coming.
I wish I had watched this very useful, more budget friendly review before I purchased 100% merino wool leggings, under layering shirts and a merino wool windbreaker (other reviews recommended). I tend to run hot as well but I hate being cold on a run or cool down. *BEST TIP EVER* The chicken paste and water waiting in the car. I tried this yesterday in 30 degree, heavy snow 5 mile run. All I could think of was the chicken soup in my car (while enjoying the run, of course)! Best reward ever! Great tips!
Good for you getting out in the snow though! I can deal with cold, but snow running is its own beast for sure. I also run pretty hot; it's surprising how little you actually need once you get going. Think about it like this, at least you have nice merino stuff (merino is great!) And happy you liked the chicken broth thing. Like you, I just crave it on cold runs. It's so good! 🤣
I just wear wool socks on my hands rather than purchasing gloves... easy on/off and you can just wash them when need be. yes I get criticized by my friends, but man oh man its convenient and works. Good vid as always.
Cheap and works is better than expensive and works!
That's how you get athletes hand, ask me how I know.
Another emergency option is rubber gloves underneath the insulation layers. Durden is right though... With zero breathability you definitely increase the risk for moisture/ etc
Nice video. If you're interested in viewers from other parts of the world, you may consider mentioning temperatures both in Fahrenheit and Celsius :)
Great point! I'll be sure to going forward. Sorry about that!
Love Alaska’s lovely -40 (F) weather outside. Just gotta outrun the cold!
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super helpful!
Thanks for that useful summary. In future would you please remember that outside the USA the rest of the planet think in Celsius & km. Saying both or doing what other UA-camrs do and overlay some text with the numbers in both would make it easier to relate to what you’re saying.
Absolutely! This is a pretty old video for me and I always try to do it since. Especially since it's definitely the majority of people who use units that actually make sense 🤣
Thank you for the links. I just moved to NH and this will be my first time running in snow. I'm used to regular ground. Bought some gortex shoes today, still need slothing.
Best of luck! Snow running is its own fun game. If you're well kitted out, a dark run over compact snow can be very relaxing.
First time taking running outside serious in the winter here too! Definitely make sure to get some microspikes and some serious shoes. I'm in gilmanton, do a lot of backroad and trail running so if you're more in the concord/manchester area you may be fine I'd still get some sort of ice gripping product just maybe not as hardcore as microspikes. We can get A LOT of ice in belknap county, itll snow one day, be 40° the next and melt and then the next day is 10° yet looks like spring. White mountains area is heaven in the winter they get snow and keep it 😆 I imagine it's less icy I know that's true for woodland trails and ski resorts. New Hampshire is three states in one I'd definitely ask around for location specific advice. Even if you dont know anyone who runs outside near you, you could always talk with local small sports shops. Specifically small businesses because those sales positions are super competitive around here so you're more likely to get someone who knows what they're talking about.
Good tip on the wood working glasses, been wearing my goodr’s purely for wind protection but looks kinda goofy when it’s cold dark and rainy on McMullen!
Heyyyyyyyy I know all about those cold, rainy McMullen runs! It's a pretty nice little trail, but I think it melted my brain after a while.
Very cool stuff. I needed this as winter is fast approaching and I'm a new runner.
I tried the chicken broth thing and it is AMAZING!!!
IT'S SO GOOD 😁
Thanks for the sox tip (wearing them 2 days before wash). I do the same with my underwear: just turn them inside out, you get a second day.
Great video. Thank you.
Happy to help!
Very informative.
5:02 "Requesting permission to buzz the tower."
That's a negative Ghost Rider.
So much useful info; thanks!
Hey Justin. Thank you so much for this video. I've been struggling to figure out my winter running gear. Sometimes I've got sick from running in the past and recently, I find after I feel really cold for the rest of the day and it's still around 10 degrees C. But I think my mistake was using a water proof insulated jacket, so I was sweating a lot on the inside, and probably sometimes got some drafts going up the jacket.
Thanks again!
Happy to help!
I try to be on the more minimal, “buy less, run more” kick as much as possible, but the closer you are to freezing, the more the right gear really does start to affect your experience. I probably blame marketing a bit (“you don’t want to be wet, do you? Buy waterproof gear”) but if you’ve been running in a waterproof insulated jacket, no wonder you’re unhappy, especially at ~10c. Anything between like 1-10 is a hard temp to dress for. It kinda sucks, but honestly if you can endure being cold for the first ten minutes or so, you’ll warm into a good rhythm. A long sleeve merino would be my go to there, with MAYBE a very light insulated jacket (like the one in my video.) Not waterproof, not thick at all. 10c feels cool when you start, but even a little insulation will overdo it if you’re running; prioritize breathability. If you’re soaking wet, you’ll be unhappy.
@@JustinDoesTriathlon Cool! Thanks a lot for the explanation. I live in Montreal so it's gonna get pretty cold at some point haha. Thanks a lot
Thanks!
Great video thanks
Justin,
Thanks for the informative comments and product reviews. Three things that I never thought of...and have never seen at any races...1) a race belt(genius), 2) the broth/boullion recharge and 3) running eye wear. Could you do a video about safe running at night/winter conditions?
Certainly, glad it helped! Also, forgot to mention in the video: I did some research on the safety glasses, polycarbonate is naturally UV blocking, so it's safe in that regard too. I used to just skip eyewear on summer sunset runs, but I've had gnats divebomb my eyes too many times to do that again!
Can do!
If you’re liking the content, it’s helpful to me if you give a 👍 and subscribe for more! Did you get some great ❄️runs in this year?
Would be really nice if you could provide the temps in C as well as F. I can’t really imagine those temps you provide and it would take a long time to convert each on into C.
Thank you, many great tips here!
Happy to help!
Nice video
So...this is official winter? (laughs in Russian)
Haha, yeah that sure was a nice day, wasn't it? I'm originally from Idaho, so I've had far more than my fair share of 6 month stretches of feet of snow. Just gross. I'm happily living down south right now. We don't get the snow, but it'll still cool down into the 20s. But yeah, those people who run real distance in 15f with snow on the ground are another breed. I just shift to the treadmill at that point, lol
Alaska laughs at Russians. -23 degree runs, no problem in a light jacket
@@tdurden9532 There're places in Russia with average temperatures in November - March around -40 to -50 F. Sometimes it reaches -80 F with record numbers closer to -90F. Good luck running in such climate.
Haha! I also snickered in Canadian🙂
Im hère because I have a xc meet on Monday and it’s supposed to snow a ton lmaooo
Dress for the run,not the standing around before. 5k? You don't need much insulation. Also snow in October? 😬😬🥶🥶🥶
I wish you had links to the Canadian Amazon, too!
Hi, Justin. This is very helpful! Thank you!!Any recommendations for the rainy days? TIA!
Warm rain or cold rain?
JustinDoesTriathlon both 😆 I’m in New England.
@@kobutorimom Haven't forgotten ya, will reply with some details when I have the time to sit and write it. :)
Thank you Justin! No hurries!
great video
Nice
Thanks this is helpful
Glad it helps. Kinda wishing I needed it myself right now.... Currently enduring 100f (36+c) temps and high humidity every day. Brutal! 😅🔥🔥🔥
JustinDoesTriathlon I know the feeling. Luckily for us the hot wave is over. Mind you we’ve had similar temperatures here in London. I hope it passes quick enough for you.
How about running in the snow? I live in Canada so we always have snow
Very helpful video Justin! Can I ask you how do you keep your glasses from bouncing around while running? Thanks
Well, two things! 1, my vision is good enough that during the summer I mostly just go without glasses. 2, in the winter I use my beanie to help keep them in place. But yeah, it's not ideal. I have astigmatism, rub my eyes, and the few contact options were all uncomfortably to me, so contacts just didn't work for me. I like glasses overall, but if my vision degrades past where it's at (-1.5 and -1.75) I imagine I'd probably eventually get lasic. I'm not sure. :(
JustinDoesTriathlon Noo, don’t get lasik. I just tried these and it works www.amazon.com/SMARTTOP-Comfortable-Eyeglasses-Sunglasses-Spectacles/dp/B07R6G2PX2/ref=asc_df_B07R6G2PX2/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=366418808339&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6722522680508822722&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021721&hvtargid=pla-788218965313&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=74513984805&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=366418808339&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6722522680508822722&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9021721&hvtargid=pla-788218965313
My brother had lasiks and he still can’t see well at night
@@Weixu919 Dang, that must be frustrating. I've not seriously looked into it but yeah, I've heard some people not have great experiences. :(
Did he just said in winter it doesn't rain? Here in the netherlands it's raining all year round lmao
Excellent video Justin, straight to the point, very helpful.
Happy to help!
WOOL!!!
The best!
Pretty good tips holmes, I'm finsta let at the homies know was going down charly brown, orale
How did you find that out? Lol
do you often run with your glasses on?
My sunglasses/clear glasses, or my actual glasses? Always to the first, almost never to the second. I'm lucky enough that my prescription is fairly light, so I can see well enough to be comfortable without wearing them. Unlucky though that I have astigmatism and *really* do not react well to contacts, so it's not as simple as being able to just go grab some cheapo +.5 drug store glasses or whatever. I have had times where I've run with my actual glasses (trail runs I'm unfamiliar with,) but I usually just go without since that's an option for me. If I just actually couldn't see without glasses, I'd probably use an old pair with those rubber back of the neck straps and then tighten it down so they won't move at all. I've thought about the sport glasses thing, but with my vision it's just not worth the $$$ to me.
Really great video, thanks! Can I ask why you wear your DuoFold pants with polyester tights underneath, and not vice versa?
Hey there! Sorry, I wasn't super clear on that-I mean wear poly underwear, like the first tights. They're not see through, but I typically still wear underwear just for compression and such. I don't wear underwear with typical summer running shorts, though.
I see, thanks a lot for the quick reply :)
winter = snow
Winter= December 21-March 20.
Winter? Hahahahaha😂😂😂🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
🥶❄️☃️
Did he just say fifteen-ish? Yikes thats -9.5°C .. no thanks ;)
I'll freely admit I don't love running in those temps, but I just really really dislike treadmills on anything over two hours. :P
What about -15 Celsius to-30 Celsius. I haven’t run in these temperatures lately but I signed up for a race in February and this would likely be the temperature during this time of year.
That's WAY too cold for me. Honestly, no idea. That's brutally cold. 🥶❄️🧊