The weather outside on a snow day may be frightful but your workout just can't wait. The fresh, cool air can be invigorating and begs you to come out and jog. Jogging on a snow day calls for extra safety precautions to avoid injury on slushy or icy streets.
Step 1
Dress appropriately for the cold that accompanies the snow. Wear several light layers of moisture-wicking materials that allow your skin to breathe as you jog. For example, wear a long-sleeved t-shirt and a sweatshirt or a light jacket. Running tights and moisture-wicking socks and gloves also protect you from the chill. Add a hat to keep your ears warm.
Step 2
Choose your footwear wisely to avoid slipping on the snowy, icy streets. Trail running shoes give you more traction than conventional styles; add a slip-on traction device made of steel coils to your shoes to help you keep your footing while jogging on the road. Traction devices, which are similar in concept to chains on a snow tire, are available at sporting goods stores.
Step 3
Loosen your limbs with a warm up before jogging in the snow. Your muscles are bound to be tighter on colder days than on hot summer days. Do some lunges, toe touches, and a five to 10 minute walk before you jog at full speed.
Step 4
Wait until the snowplow has come down your street so you'll have a clear path to follow. Stay on packed snow to give yourself better footing.
Step 5
Make yourself visible when you jog on a snow day. Wear a reflective vest to make your presence known to motorists. Hold off on your workout until the snow has stopped, because visibility is poor during a snowstorm.
Things You'll Need
- Long-sleeved t-shirt
- Sweatshirt
- Light jacket
- Running tights
- Socks
- Gloves
- Trail running shoes
- Traction device
- Reflective vest
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