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Dollface
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Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
I just strted running outdoors and I love it! I bought cold weather gear as suggested by msfabulous and I live nearva beautiful large park, so I am really enjoying myself.
I can't imagine enjoying running as much on a treadmill in a gym.
So, runners-- how cold is too cold for you to keep running outside and do you make the switch to the gym?
PS- today was a beautiful day for a run! I loved it!
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Posted 12/11/10 5:22 PM  |
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MissJones
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Re: Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
I think I made it out once a week last winter b/c I'm a wimp. But for me, as long as it isn't WINDY, I would go out. Dressing is hard but Ii would do jumping jacks indoors to warm up.
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| Posted 12/11/10 5:47 PM |
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drpepper318
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Re: Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
I know I'm unusual in this but I really can't stand running outside in the cold at all. My favorite temps for running outside are 60-80 degrees; I generally don't run outside if it's below 50-55 degrees. December through March I'm on the treadmill pretty much exclusively... I don't mind though, I actually enjoy treadmill running... but by the time April comes I'm so ready to run outside again!!!!
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| Posted 12/11/10 6:00 PM |
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missfabulous
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Re: Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
I'm a baby- I hate the cold. I will run outside for a race, but I'd rather skip it for training.
I ran the Wantagh snowball 5 miler today- It was 35* and I was fine.
I tend to stay indoors once the temps are under 45*. I know alot of runners though will brave single digits.
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| Posted 12/11/10 6:07 PM |
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Erica
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Re: Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
while I generally hate the cold, I don't mind running in it. I would say it would have to be in the low teens to keep me inside.
I warm up pretty quickly on a run, by 1/2 mile, I'm debating shedding layers even in freezing conditions. And I don't really sweat, so I don't have to worry about the sweat hitting cold air.
But conditions play a big role. I would rather run at 21 degrees than at 38 and rain. cold rain is worse than almost any condition. (IMO)
Message edited 12/11/2010 6:15:31 PM.
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| Posted 12/11/10 6:15 PM |
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runlikethewind
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Re: Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
In the teens. I love running in the cold.
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| Posted 12/11/10 6:54 PM |
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Lucky
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Re: Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
I will run outside as long as the wind-chill doesn't make it single digits.
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| Posted 12/11/10 10:31 PM |
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Milerose
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Re: Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
I ran outside last week and it was 27 degrees out. I was dressed warm enough and I must say I felt great! Anything usually under 30 will keep me inside!
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| Posted 12/13/10 9:37 AM |
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Lina
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Re: Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
I will run in the cold but I dont like it below 30. My asthma acts up in the cold so I try to stick to the gym in the cold.
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| Posted 12/13/10 4:45 PM |
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jerseychick
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Re: Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
Posted by Erica
while I generally hate the cold, I don't mind running in it. I would say it would have to be in the low teens to keep me inside.
I warm up pretty quickly on a run, by 1/2 mile, I'm debating shedding layers even in freezing conditions. And I don't really sweat, so I don't have to worry about the sweat hitting cold air.
Same here for the most part, although this year I may have to stop running outdoors through the winter since I am running with my 5 month old in the jogging stroller. I wish I enjoyed running on the treadmill, but I feel like every mile on the treadmill feels like 3!!
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| Posted 12/13/10 4:53 PM |
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ME75
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Re: Runners: when is it too cold for YOU to run outdoors?
the only killer for me is the wind-the cold temps i can deal with, but bitter wind can be too much. i can already see my weekly mileage taking a hit b.c of the winter though 
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