It is getting cold outside, which means out are days of running with shorts and a t-shirt, and a warm welcome to cold runs with long sleeves, gloves, tights, and toques! Running in the fall and winter requires a bit more preparation to ensure you are comfortable, prepared, and have a plan to warm up immediately post run! Here is a compilation of my winter run must haves/must dos in order to enjoy running through the cruelest months of the year!

I must check the weather network hourly forecast before my winter runs. Especially on days where I don’t have many commitments and I have the freedom to chose when I would like to go for my run outside, looking at the hourly forecast is a great way to plan your run to occur during the time when the conditions are most ideal! I also like to check the hourly forecast on days when I need to run at a specific time; that way, I can dress for the weather and be as prepared for an enjoyable run as possible. Below is the link for the hourly forecast:

https://www.theweathernetwork.com/ca/hourly-weather-forecast/british-columbia/victoria

Running location / running attire:

I hope this blog of winter running recommendations was helpful! Running in wintery conditions isn’t always ideal, but I think the extra planning/preparation time required to ensure you can enjoy your runs is so worth it! Also, even if the weather isn’t nice, I always feel better after a run; I will do what I can to ensure I am able to run year-round to improve my mood and well-being!