Properly Preparing to Run Outside (Winter, Part I)

It's still cold here in the Midwest, we get some spring teaser days, but winter is far from over. If it's cold where you are, and you need to run outside, here are some tips to help you stay warm.

One quick, easy way to increase your level of running enjoyment is to be prepared for outside conditions. A general rule of thumb for running outside in the winter is to dress for a temperature that is 20 degrees warmer than what it actually is outside.

Here are additional dressing guidelines for various winter temperature ranges:

40 to 60 degrees – Wear one layer of clothing. For example, the layer could consist of a short-sleeve t-shirt, a long-sleeved t-shirt or a sweatshirt plus shorts.

20 to 39 degrees – Wear two layers of clothing. A bottom layer of light to moderately heavy tights made of any of the variety of synthetic fibers that are available and an upper layer of a long-sleeve t-shirt or light weight jacket. A hat and gloves should also be worn.

0 to 19 degrees – A hat is extremely important in this temperature range as a significant amount of body heat can be lost through the head if it is left uncovered. Gloves are also important. Generally, three layers of clothing should be worn.

I hope this installment has been informative for you! Don’t forget, more installments are on their way. In fact, you should be receiving your next installment on “Properly Preparing to Run Outside (Winter, Part II)” shortly.

Thanks,

Jerry Hopkins
Author of “How to Run Like a Deer Forever”
jerry@runningtough.com
http://www.runningtough.com

P.S. Looking to become a much better, and tougher, runner? The “How to Run Like a Deer Forever” Package can help. Here is what actual customers have to say about the package:

“I am so happy that I found your program on the Internet … after one month of doing your exercises the pains in my knees never came back again and I have not had shin splints again either. I have increased my mileage up to 18 miles now and look forward to my first marathon. Thanks and keep up the good work!" -- Sessie Welzien, Key West, FL

"I want to say THANK YOU! Thank you for writing your book, ‘How To Run Like A Deer Forever!’ I faithfully followed your advice and did the exercises while training for the marathon! I am very happy to report that I successfully ran and finished my First Marathon! I ran it in 3 hours 59 minutes and 20 seconds!” – Marie Kneuker, Bear, DE

"This is wonderful resource for any athlete, whether they're a runner or not. The exercises shown in How to Run Like a Deer Forever not only help you relieve your joint pain, but strengthen your muscles and connective tissue so they'll prevent any future occurrence of that pain. I found this course extremely valuable for my knees and ankles. Now my workouts are better and my recovery has improved dramatically. What Jerry has written is so simple, easy to use, and takes so little time to do, but it's value is enormous. Anyone serious about their progress as an athlete should not be without How to Run Injury Free." – Ed Baran, Portland, OR

Isn’t it time you wrote your own running success story? Click here to learn more about what “How to Run Like a Deer Forever” can do for you.

P.P.S. Right now you can order the “How to Run Like a Deer Forever” program for just $29.95 and you will also receive three free gifts valued at $149.90 free. Click here to learn more: http://www.runningtough.com/run_injury_free.html


Remember, if you are experiencing pain, see a doctor as soon as possible.

And, if you are thinking about or have given up running because of pain or fear of injuries, give my course a try. You can order here: http://www.runningtough.com/order.html.

This blog is for educational purposes only. Always consult your own personal doctor for medical advice and follow it even it contradicts what is said in this email.

Copyright 2005

Jerry Hopkins
Hopkins Business Services, Inc.
5314 Yosemite Dr.
Medina, OH 44256
1-866-316-7988