Walking/Running in Cold Temperatures?

vmilam03
vmilam03 Posts: 49 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I am participating in a 5k on Saturday- the temps are supposed to be low-probably around 32 at race time.

How should I dress for this?

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  • micheleb15
    micheleb15 Posts: 1,418 Member
    That's really not too bad. I would wear lined leggings (I have some from Target, that I adore), compression top, maybe a vest and hat or ear warmers.
  • _Zardoz_
    _Zardoz_ Posts: 3,987 Member
    Its around that temperature here at the moment. Personally I don't wear tights until it freezes as your legs stay pretty warm anyway. This morning I wore shorts and a long sleeve top (a thin wicking one) and a hat and that was it really. If though your expecting to walk more you may want to dress a bit heavier
  • scorpio516
    scorpio516 Posts: 955 Member
    For running @ freezing, I wear a hat and gloves for exercise (wicking, etc). In HS, I always used stretch knit gloves and a knit stocking hat and they still worked OK, but new tech fabrics are lighter and/or warmer.

    Then I've got some mid-weight Asics tights. heavy weight ones are too hot for me.
    Then a long sleeve tech T shirt under a simple Brooks running jacket.

    That's good for me for running. HOWEVER, if your going to be walking more, you need some heavier stuff...
  • AmyRhubarb
    AmyRhubarb Posts: 6,890 Member
    For running at that temp (assuming it's dry and not windy), I'm comfortable in maybe a light wicking tank top with a long sleeve top over it, preferably something with a half zip so I can unzip and vent as I warm up. Light gloves (the cheap knit ones with the tech finger so you can still use your touch screen phone or iPod, they are like 3 bucks) are great for your hands, and a light fleece headband to keep my ears warm. Wool socks are awesome. For the legs, either tights or capri length pants work for me. I will opt for tights for my 5k this weekend as there is usually a bit of standing around time before the start and more chance of being cold - running at home I would go in the capri length and be fine.

    Good luck and have fun!
  • vmilam03
    vmilam03 Posts: 49 Member
    We are recovering from the recent "ice" that came over us. And there is a possible chance for light rain :-/
  • RGv2
    RGv2 Posts: 5,789 Member
    That's really not too bad. I would wear lined leggings (I have some from Target, that I adore), compression top, maybe a vest and hat or ear warmers.

    This, for me.....

    Tights (maybe), shorts, sleeveless top.
  • __Di__
    __Di__ Posts: 1,659 Member
    In lower temperatures, I just wear thermal running leggings and tops, with gloves.
  • PollyWolly98
    PollyWolly98 Posts: 112
    For me, the gloves are the most important! Be careful not to wear too much up top, but everyone's cold tolerance is different. If my hands get too cold, then I feel like I'm freezing all over. Good luck on your race!
  • cowgirlslikeus86
    cowgirlslikeus86 Posts: 597 Member
    You should only wear what you have worn in those temperatures in the past. Race day is not a day to experiment with equipment or attire. If you have not ran in 32 degree weather before, I guess just be careful to not overdress and make sure you warm up beforehand.

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