The winter chill is finally setting in, making running much less enticing. I'm still trying to master the art of dressing for winter runs. The summertime is much easier to plan for -- shorts and a tank top are about the least you can wear without getting arrested, and then you just have to pray that the humidity doesn't kill you.
This is my first winter during which I plan on running outdoors -- unless the conditions are hazardous (ice, low visibility, etc.). I'm equipped with cold gear and am still trying to find the balance with layering. Yesterday I overdressed and wore insulated pants; I wished I'd worn shorts instead. Today I wore shorts and, although I wasn't as cold as I thought, I noticed that my thighs were numb to the touch after my run. A hot shower and cup of tea later and all feeling had returned, but needless to say I'm still experimenting.
I have some balaclavas to wear when the weather REALLY turns cold. Not only do they keep your head and breath warm, but I feel like a ninja or something when I wear one.
Hopefully I'll figure out how to dress during these cold temperatures. If anyone has any tips, they're appreciated!
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