Question! Runners/Joggers/Walkers

For me, running tights are a must for winter. I got over how I looked in them because they are so worth it.

The rest, I just wear thin layers. Usually a wicking layer and a warm layer or two. And my regular running jacket to keep the wind/rain/snow off.

A hat and gloves.

You should be cool starting out. If you are warm before you run, you'll get too warm running.

Compression leggings/tops.
They help keep your body heat in.

Mmkay... Thank you. I'll look into getting them.
Do I have to go to an actual fitness/running shop or whatever it's called to buy these? Or are they available anywhere?

You can buy them at any athletic store. Or you can go to specially stores. My winter ones are Lululemon and I love them. Expensive but I have work them more than enough to justify the expense.
I have a lighter pair from MEC (not sure if that is in the US) and find them really reasonably priced. You can order online.

The say to dress as though it is about 15 degrees warmer outside than it actually is - I just read that in a Shape Magazine yesterday!

Target has a line called C9 - they have fleece (very thin) lined leggings and mock turtlenecks. They also have reflective hats, gloves, and headbands. It's somewhat comparable to Under Amrour ColdGear at about half the price.

Right now, it's 25-35 degrees when I run and I wear the lined leggings, compression shirt, dri-weave shirt on top of that and a pair of shorts over the leggings. When it gets colder, I'll probably add a second pair of leggings and maybe a fleece half-zip jacket.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/796428-cold-weather-running-gear

Here's what has been working for me, but you may just have to experiment because everyone's tolerance for cold is a little different. Good luck!

Following a suggestion I saw on MFP, I aim to dress the way I would if I weren't running at 20 degrees warmer than the temp when I go out to run. It seems to be working pretty well, even tho now it can be in the 30s when I go out in the morning. I do expect to be a little cold for the first bit. I find that pieces with full front zippers are good - you can adjust how bundled you are without actually having to take off a layer. It also depends a lot on whether it's windy. I have 2 fleece vests - one with wind block and one without - that I find can add just enough without getting me as warm as in a jacket. (And they have pockets for the tissues - my nose always runs a lot in the cold!) Another thing I often do is wear a light hat or even just a fleece earwarmer - makes much more difference to your entire body than you'd expect, and if you get toasty and want to take it off it's easy to stuff in a pocket or wrap around your wrist. When it's cold enough for my running jacket it has a close-fitting hood, so I can start with that up and just push it back when I warm up.

I wear shorts with a thermal top and a hoodie. I also make sure that I wear a thermal hat and gloves. I am fine as long as it does not drop below zero, then my legs will be cold for a little while.

I LOVE under armour's cold weather gear, perfect for under 50 degrees. I also love arm warmers since they're easy to get off if I do get too hot. If you walk, dress warmer, if you run, dress like it's 20 degrees warmer (it really works, I promise!)

That is the brand that I use and I love it. Works great.