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Running Help!

lov3alwaysk
lov3alwaysk Posts: 20 Member
edited September 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I want to start running but its still really cold out here in VT still. I dont have access to a gym. Anyone have any creative ideas as to what I should do?

Thanks for your help!!!

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  • Kristie18
    Kristie18 Posts: 332 Member
    Mine is so boring, but I use the couch to 5k podcasts and run in place with my HRM. I make sure to keep it in the zone. I had to start when my treadmill died on me. http://runningintoshape.com/5k-training-downloads/week-1-c25k/
  • kmeekhof
    kmeekhof Posts: 456 Member
    I want to start running but its still really cold out here in VT still. I dont have access to a gym. Anyone have any creative ideas as to what I should do?

    Thanks for your help!!!

    Whats cold? It's snowing here in Michigan! But I did run outside 2 weeks ago when it was 40 deg. Bundle up with moisture wicking clothing. Warm up inside and strech and head out doors!!!
  • lov3alwaysk
    lov3alwaysk Posts: 20 Member
    on man its been 0 degrees out. and the sidewalks are dangerous... running in winter boots ... not sure if its worth the risk of injury. :-) 40 degrees sounds wonderful!
  • kmeekhof
    kmeekhof Posts: 456 Member
    on man its been 0 degrees out. and the sidewalks are dangerous... running in winter boots ... not sure if its worth the risk of injury. :-) 40 degrees sounds wonderful!


    okay, yes I agree I wouldnt be running outside either!! I don't run outside unless it is 30 (wich is not very often here) The sidewalk still had a big of snow on them when I went out so my feet got wet and I had to watch my step, but it felt so great to get out there. So as soon as the weather breaks go for it!! =) Until then I suggest working on your cardio to build up endurance. Running will do something completelly different to you (it does me anyways!), but at least you won't be completely winded.
  • lacroyx
    lacroyx Posts: 5,754 Member
    I love going outside. Bad weather doesn't bother me. When its really cold I bundle up. I also use these for snowy/icy conditions: http://www.yaktrax.com/

    ugh how you format links again? lol it's not working )=
  • edryer123
    edryer123 Posts: 502 Member
    I feel ya hun, I have been eager to go running outside and don't have access to a gym either. I have been doing hardcore cardio workouts to build my stamina. I tried running the other day when it was above freezing, problem was that it had created a layer of ice covered in water. I ended up doing the splits! Thankfully I did not hurt myself! I'd keep indoors until the weather breaks.
  • bstamps12
    bstamps12 Posts: 1,184
    I would agree just to build up your cardio, do some at home DVDs or something so that when the weather is bearable, you will be more cardio-prepared to run outside. (Unless you had enough money and space to buy a treadmill of course...)
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