MamasHealth.com Home Running Pages Altitude Training Avoid Overtraining Avoid Running Injuries Avoid Sunburn Breathing Techniques Cross Training Downhill Running Find a marathon Half marathon Training Hill Training Improve your form Interval Training Marathon Day Tips Marathon Training Raceday Checklist Refuel Foods Recup from a Marathon Replacing Fluids Run with a Buddy Running Accessories Running Apparel Running and Blisters Running Gear Guide Running Injuries Running and Massage Running and Walking Running Books Running Programs Running Shoes Running on a Treadmill Sports Therapies Stretching Water Workouts for Runners Winter Running Tips Links Email Mama Inexpensive Treadmills Instructional videos Recovery foods Fitness Accessories	Today's high-tech running fabrics make it easy to enjoy winter running. Here are tips that will make winter running easier and more enjoyable. Dress in layers. Dressing in layers will allow you to peel off or add layers as the temperature, wind, and other conditions change. Choose a highly-breathable base layer. This is the layer of material that you wear closest to your skin. It should be made of a high-tech polyester that "wicks" sweat away from your body. Wicking material will wick sweat away and decrease the chances of a severe chilling effect if the temperature turns cooler and windier, or if you slow down or have to walk. Wear a looser, second layer of breathable material. The second layer should be made out of fleece. The second layer adds extra insulation between your base layer and your outer layer. Vents and zippers gives you maximum comfort in a wide range of temperatures. Wear an outer layer of breathable, wind-resistant, water-resistant material. Vents and zippers gives you maximum comfort in a wide range of temperatures. Wear a breathable hat that can be pulled over your ears. During cold weather, you lose up to 50 percent of your body heat through your head. A breathable hat will decrease the amount of body heat lost. Protect your ears and hands. Mittens keep hands warmer than gloves. Earmuffs and a hat that can be pulled over your ears are great tools to keep your ears warm. Wear Sunscreen It is important to wear sunscreen if it is snowing or there is snow on the ground.. Wear Sunglasses Sunglasses will provide protection against snow glare and wind. Wear reflective gear. Reflective gear will help you be seen by other pedestrians and motorists. This is extremely important if you run at dawn or dusk. Reflective gear can be worn on your torso, arms, your legs, head and shoes. Wear running shoes with good outsoles/treads. Winter roads are often slippery. Good outsoles will help you avoid slips and falls. Bring a cellphone. If you fall or have an accident, you can call for help on your cell phone. Wear socks made of synthetic fibers. Socks made of synthetic fibers will will moisture away from your skin and help prevent blisters and athlete's foot. Run to boost your immune system Running or cross training for 30 to 90 minutes a day, several days a week, increases the circulation of immune cells. Increased circulation of immune cells increases the protection your body has against germs and viruses. Do not run on ice.	Featured Book Advertise on MamasHealth.com Sponsor a contest on MamasHealth.com
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