Suggestions for cold weather please: At the... - Couch to 5K

Couch to 5K

132,414 members158,564 posts

Suggestions for cold weather please

Sarah_lou18 profile image
Sarah_lou18Graduate
5 Replies

At the moment I run in yoga trousers, a short sleeved tshirt and a running jacket but it’s getting colder now so I’m thinking of buying a long sleeved top and different trousers. Have seen fleecey lined running trousers etc but wondered if anyone had any thoughts or recommendations please?

Written by
Sarah_lou18 profile image
Sarah_lou18
Graduate
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
5 Replies
Oldfloss profile image
OldflossAdministratorGraduate

I wear my normal leggings unless really, really cold, then wear my Rab... winter weight..

gooutdoors.co.uk/rab-powers...

They are pricey... but watch for bargains... and they are warm!

Sarah_lou18 profile image
Sarah_lou18Graduate in reply to Oldfloss

Thanks very much. Sx

Coddfish profile image
CoddfishGraduate

When it gets very cold I use merino wool tops and leggings under my normal running stuff. Icebreaker do a good range, you would only need the lightest of their weights (it's a bit pricey, but wears and washes well).

SC1472 profile image
SC1472Graduate

I think I must be a different temperature as I am still in shorts and t-shirt! I haven't done full on winter running yet as I started in early March when I was wearing shorts but just layering up on my top. I do have a merino wool running jacket (a Birthday present) for when it gets really cold along with some gore running gloves. Get a buff too - I cycle throughout the winter and good gloves and a buff are a must along with lots of thin layers.

Theziggy profile image
TheziggyGraduate

Still relatively mild here, though my route gets full of fallen leaves and when they get wet it is worse than ice.

I heard that you should dress for a run 15 degrees higher than the actual temperature - so it it is 1 degree - wear something appropriate for running in 16 degrees

You may also like...

Best cold weather gear

clothes to run in as I only have short length joggers and t-shirts. Where do you all recommend? I...

Cold weather Running……..

and this time I’m determined not to give up because it’s cold and wet! Currently I’m running 3...

Cold-weather running clothes?

Hi all. I've only been at this running lark since we've had shorts and T-shirts weather. Now it's...

Cold weather skin! 🤔

matter what barrier cream I use. Could anyone provide tips please? It’s pretty uncomfortable!...

Any suggestions for cold thighs?

When i run i get cold thighs from wind chil or something. I wear running tights at the moment and i...