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Jogging in Winter: 8 Tips for Cold Weather Running

Jogging in winter is often more challenging that one might expect. If you live anywhere that is not tropical, you likely experience some fluctuation in weather during the winter. Running year round means that you’re stuck with one option: running in the cold. Is jogging in winter healthy? The first question most people ask themselves … Read More

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How to Dress for Winter Running

Runnin' for SweetsDecember 7, 2019November 22, 20191 Comment

Many runners choose to stay indoors throughout the winter to avoid the treacherous sidewalk conditions and frigid temperatures. However, if you’re anything like me, the thought of logging endless treadmill miles sounds exponentially worse than battling the weather. But luckily, running outdoors through the winter isn’t nearly as bad as many would expect. The key … Read More

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5 Tips for Safely Running on Snow and Ice

Runnin' for SweetsNovember 11, 2019November 11, 20193 Comments

Running outdoors is simple during the spring, summer and fall, but as the temperature cools and snow begins to fall, runners are presented with the unique challenges of winter running. Challenges like running on snow and ice. Winter running season brings its fair share of discomfort with cold, frigid temperatures, but what about all the … Read More

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5 Ways to Avoid Treadmill Boredom

Runnin' for SweetsFebruary 3, 2019February 5, 20198 Comments

Runners are notorious for trudging through some wicked weather. We stubbornly stick to our training plans as if deviating from them in any way would drastically affect our performance. Even middle of the pack runners such as myself know the guilt that accompanies a missed training run. When the weather gets rough, we continue to … Read More

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Three Breathing Tips for Cold Weather Running

Runnin' for SweetsJanuary 11, 2019January 15, 20194 Comments

Winter running season is notorious for its challenges. The snow, wind, ice, darkness, and of course – the cold weather. As we enter the heart of winter running season, many runners are beginning their preparation for spring races. Training is starting and runners are questioning whether or not they’ll be able to complete their runs … Read More

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Winter Running Motivation: The Best Things About Winter Running

Runnin' for SweetsNovember 24, 2018December 2, 201825 Comments

Now that we have gotten our first real snowfall of the season, it is finally starting to feel like winter. As I look out my window, I can’t help but get excited when those big fat snowflakes fall. Each new season bring so much excitement and change to our running routine. Right when those weekly … Read More