With winter, becoming more and present, snowfall is returning to the territory. Do you want to continue your running sessions to reach your goals? Here are our tips for running when the landscape puts on his white coat with reflective tapes.
Snow is coming to France this weekend. In addition, the consequences on the running outings may be important. For the bravest, the flakes change the landscape, but also the way of running. If you want to continue running despite the weather, here are some reflexes to adopt.
Physical activity in cold weather requires appropriate equipment. In case of heavy snow, equipping your running shoes with crampons or mini-chains is recommended to have a better grip. You can also make the decision to wear two pairs of socks to prevent heat loss in the feet.
For the hands and the head, the question does not even arise, put gloves and a hat. With the night falling early, also think of a reflective vest so that the vehicles can see you. Be seen then, but also think about where you put your feet. For that, do not hesitate to equip you with a headlamp. Something very important on a snowy ground...
A different race pace on the snow
When a white coat covers the ground, we must analyze where we put our feet. The coating may vary without realizing it. The risk of falling or sprain is increased. A sheet of ice or a manhole can be hidden under the snow.
Adopt a stride more relaxed, shorter and more rhythmic to limit the risk of imbalance. If the powder is very important, you will have to raise your knees higher. Because of his adjustments, do not worry if your pace is slower, it is quite normal, especially since the practice of running in these conditions requires a greater work of muscles, and the organization.
Greater energy expenditure under the snow
Before running on the snow, it is best to warm up. The risk of injury, especially muscle, is greater. The practice of sport in the cold requires more energy. So do not hesitate to eat well. Snow requires greater concentration and safer support, so you have to cover the higher nutritional needs so as not to lose your lucidity. Running with safety clothing in the mountains disrupts habits. In cool weather, the sensation of thirst is not felt as much as in the sun, so do not forget to drink and that, even if the feeling of thirst is absent.
