To achieve any kind of heights in running, be it professional or amateur, you need to have good willpower, a lot of perseverance and patience. However, desire and perseverance alone is not enough to keep your outdoor jogging in comfortable conditions, especially in the cold season.
In order not to lose interest and desire for jogging, it is necessary to choose the right and careful clothing for running. Running overalls should not only be comfortable and comfortable, but also must meet standards and specific criteria.
What to run in in winter?
For jogging in the winter season, clothes should be in several layers. The main thing is that the first layer, which is in contact with the skin, consists of a material that wicks away moisture, rather than absorbing it. T-shirts made of polyester or any other synthetic material are better suited for these purposes.
Many professional runners wear sports-type thermal underwear.
What should a complete winter running kit consist of?
- In the cold season, it is recommended to wear a sweatshirt or sweater over a special T-shirt. Also, do not forget about a special sports jacket, preferably with a hood. The best option would be a jacket made of membrane fabric. These jackets are lightweight, but at the same time they are great for jogging due to the fact that the fabric is moisture resistant and does not let the cold through.
- Don't forget about your legs. Thermosocks are the best option for warming your feet.
- The head is also worth taking care of. During jogging, it is worth using a knitted hat and a tighter one, the main thing is that there is a ventilation hole in it. It is best to use a hat with a built-in face mask, it is able to protect the skin from frost.
- To avoid frostbite or chapped hands, use woolen gloves or alternatively knit gloves.
- Shoes must be taken special for running in winter, which does not harden in the cold. The main thing before buying shoes, be sure to read the instructions for it, at what temperatures the shoes can be used. If the temperature outside is below the permissible level, then the material from which the shoes are made will either crack or burst.
- Before training, be sure to lubricate the skin of the face and other open areas with a special ointment to prevent skin flaking under the influence of cold air and wind.
Winter running clothes: golden rules for choosing
For a comfortable run in winter, well-fitting clothing is a must. Let's take a closer look at the rules for choosing clothes for a winter run.
Running shoes
Shoes are a staple during winter training. As a rule, ordinary shoes will not last long here, you need to take shoes with the following qualities:
- Soft and elastic bottom that does not harden in extreme cold.
- The pattern on the sole must be clear and grooved.
- The presence of special means to improve the grip of shoes to the ground.
- The inner part of the shoe must be covered with fur, it can be artificial.
- Externally, the shoe should be made of a special material to protect it from moisture.
- The membrane of winter shoes should be made of waterproof and breathable material. The shoe must have a cushioning system, no matter the front or back of the shoe.
- Shoes should be high, as well as the tongue, to avoid snow getting directly into the shoe.
- The laces must be tight and of good length for proper and proper lacing.
- Shoes should be one size larger and have easily replaceable insoles.
Clothes for winter jogging
For maximum comfort while running, you should wear lightweight yet warm clothing. To do this, you should know and use the rule of three layers.
1st layer: removing moisture. Usually athletes use thermal underwear, it allows the skin to breathe freely, frees it from unnecessary moisture and prevents the growth of unwanted bacteria. During jogging, the human body uses all its systems and sweats profusely, this moisture must be removed from the skin surface to the second layer of clothing.
2nd layer: thermal insulation. This layer serves as a warm shell, it is necessary to protect the human body from cooling and heating it, and it also helps to transfer moisture to the third layer. This layer usually consists of a sweater or sweatshirt.
3rd layer: external protection. Usually, for this layer, special jackets are used, windbreakers capable of protecting against negative weather conditions.
Let's take a closer look at these layers:
- Sports pants. At temperatures above -15 degrees, trousers alone will be enough. If the temperature is lower, then it is necessary to put on the second, thermo leggings with fleece. For this business, it is recommended to purchase only specialized leggings. If the weather is very cold, then it would be better to wear two or even more panties.
- Clothing close to the body. The best options are turtlenecks or sweatshirts, T-shirts and jogging shirts, but always made from breathable fabrics. If the frost on the street reaches more than 15 degrees below zero, then it is better to use hoodies or jackets made of special membrane-type fabric.
- Surface clothing. Of course, the best option would be a special reinforced suit such as Adidas or Nike, consisting of a jacket and pants. If it's not so cold outside, a regular warm jacket with good wind protection will do.
- Gloves and mittens. Wool or knitwear is a good option for winter-style gloves or mittens. But still the best option is sheep wool. It is advisable to give preference to mittens rather than gloves, unless these are special gloves.
- Balaklava. Don't forget about your face. Due to the increased windiness in the winter season, the face and the surrounding area may be subject to frostbite. This is where balaclava, a mask with a cutout for the eyes, will help you. It effectively protects against cold weather.
- Headdress. Often the head is not in the best position when running. To warm your head, you need to use knitted hats or, in relatively warm weather, a winter baseball cap with ear and neck protection.
Examples of the right winter running kits
Many famous brands in the world of sports, such as Nike or Adidas, produce their own line of winter clothing and footwear. Consider the options for winter clothing sets from different brands.
Nike
This brand is a leader in sportswear.
One of the kit options:
- Thermo trousers Nike Pro Combat Hyperwarm Compression Lite. These thermal trousers are made with stretch Dri-FIT fabric. This fabric wicks moisture away from the skin. The trousers also have mesh panels for ventilation, an elastic waist and flat seams to prevent chafing. Made of 82% polyester and 18% elastane.
- Turtleneck Nike Hyperwarm with extra long sleeves. The turtleneck consists of 2 micro-layers, which in turn improves moisture removal and air circulation keeping warm, there are flat seams from chafing. Composition: 85% Polyester, 15% Spandex; second layer: 92% polyester, 8% spandex.
- Jacket Nike VAPOR This jacket has: a detachable hood that fastens to the chin and has a button for better protection from rain and snow, elastic cuffs, reflectors, a colored insert and company logo give the jacket a more classic sporty look. Composition: 100% polyester.
- Men's Football Jacket Nike Revolution Hyper-Adapt: Soft to the touch, padded on the shoulders for free movement, fabric wicks away sweat and keeps skin dry. Body: 97% Polyester, 3% Cotton.
- Sneakers FS LITE TRAINER 3. Designed from Roman sandals, unique pattern on the outsole provides good traction on any surface. Made from synthetic, the Dual fusion technology in the outsole gives it excellent cushioning, the outsole pattern provides excellent traction on any surface for increased speed. Composition: synthetics and textiles.
- Cap NIKE SWOOSH BEANIE material: 100% acrylic
Adidas
The second option is assembled from the equally well-known things of the Adidas brand.
The kit consists of:
- Compression Pants adidas Techfit Base Tights
- Thermokofta adidas Techfit Base. Body: 88% Polyester, 12% Elastane.
- Jacket Padded Parka Adidas. Lining and insulation material: 100% polyester.
- hoody Community Hoody Taekwondo. 80% Cotton, 20% Polyester.
- Warm pants Winter.Moderately loose fit, elastic waist, Composition: 100% polyester.
- Sneakers TERREX FASTSHELL MID CH. This shoe is made of textile material, very comfortable front lacing, composition: 49% polymer, 51% textile.
- Cap RIBFLEECE BEANI. Material: 100% polyester.
Reebok
The third in a row will be a kit from Reebok.
The kit consists of:
- Thermal underwear Reebok SEO THRML. The product is made of soft fabric with good elasticity, the product itself is tight-fitting, has 2 layers, it wicks moisture well from the skin, flat seams for comfortable wearing. Material: 93% Polyester, 7% Elastane.
- Hoodie sweatshirt. Made in vintage style, there are 2 V-shaped inserts on both sides, subtle decorative stripes give a special vintage. Material: 47% Cotton, 53% Polyester.
- Pants C SEO PADDED PANT Material: 100% polyester.
- Jacket DOWN LONG LENGTH JAMaterial: 100% polyester.
- Sneakers GL 6000 ATHLETIC. Material: 100% Real Leather.
- Cap SE MENS LOGO BEANIE.Material: 100% cotton.
Puma
The fourth on the list will be the kit of the famous German brand Puma. This company does not produce thermal underwear, so we can do without it.
The set of this company can be composed as follows:
- Compression T-shirt Puma TB_L / S Tee Warm SR. This T-shirt is made of polyester and elastane, which gives it good elasticity, a peculiar cut gives it a snug fit to the material, the product has a high moisture-wicking rate.
- Jacket Stadium Jacket - Designed specifically for running and soccer, the outer material is made of double nylon, waterproof, all pockets are zippered, fleece lining, material: 100% nylon.
- hoody Archive T7 Track Jacket. There are branded stripes-inserts directly in the seam, in general the jacket is standard tailoring and fits very well on the body, material: 77% cotton, 23% polyester.
- Pants TRACK PANT, Puma logos are thermal printed, fleece lining, elastic waist with drawstrings, 80% cotton, 20% polyester.
- Sneakers Descendant Material: 100% textile.
- Cap Fabric Fold Beanie. Externally, it will suit any style of clothing, it is soft and pleasant to the touch, retains heat for a long time, material: 100% acrylic.
Asics
The latest winter set consists of items from Asics, also widely known for its sportswear line.
The kit is composed of the following items:
- Thermal underwear THERMO M / L MAN. Composition: 100% polyester.
- Jacket M's FujiTrail Jacket. Textile type of material, lightweight fabric, free tailoring, composition: 100% polyester.
- hoody Full Zip Hoodie Has a comfortable hood, all pockets and the hoodie itself is zipped, composition: 72% polyester, 28% elastane.
- Pants KNIT PANT A great option for both running and other sports, very light, good moisture wicking, unique fit emphasizes the look, composition: 92% polyester, 8% elastane.
- Sports hat ASICS T281Z9 0090 CONF BLIZZARD Composition: 100% acrylic
- Asics Gel - fujielite This is a unique shoe with 12 studs on the outsole for improved traction on any surface, even ice.
The best winter running kit
These five sets are good and even bigger, but the perfect set is best made up of different brands. Everywhere has its pros and cons. It is also worth noting that the kit is assembled individually for everyone. But nevertheless, here is a great option, consisting of several brands, the best of the best can be said.
- Compression T-shirt Puma TB_L / S Tee Warm SR.
- Thermo trousers Nike Pro Combat Hyperwarm Compression Lite.
- Jacket Padded Parka Adidas.
- Hoodie from Reebok.
- Warm pants Adidas Winter.
- Asics Gel-pulse 7 gtx
- Cap NIKE SWOOSH BEANIE
Prices for a set of winter uniforms vary from 10 to 60 thousand, this particular set (consisting of different brands and described above) costs 33,000 rubles. You can buy such kits both on the Internet and in sports stores such as Sportmaster.
The sports industry does not stand still, every season we are pleased with excellent novelties in the field of sportswear. All well-known brands try to please their customers by creating comfortable, practical and comfortable clothes for this. As you know, a new suit or set of clothes is not a bad motivation for new achievements and victories.