I have really gotten into running and right now is not a big issue because the weather is warm and I can run in shorts or lyrcra bike shorts. The lyrcra or spandex is very comfortable because it wicks away sweat and drys quickly thereby preventing shaffing and making for a more comfortable run, but... In norther Illinois it gets very cold in the winter, not to mention the wind. My qustion is should I wear long tights under loose fitting running pants or just the tights alone? Doesn't seem the tights alone are going to provide enough warmth.
2006-08-27 14:59:17 · 9 answers · asked by Scott K 4 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Wear underarmor the warm weather kind and jogging pants. wear the tights under the jogging pants and some type of wind breaker over the underarmor.
2006-08-27 15:05:54 · answer #1 · answered by lucynlynsey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I live in IL and in the winter i wear my tights from about 25 to 40 degrees, then those tights under my asics loose tights when it dips below 20. now, mind you, I am not a very fast runner. My long run pace is between 10-11 minute miles so if you are a lot faster than that, you may get too warm. I have also worn shorts over my tights because my butt gets cold too if the wind is behind me. Looks dorky, but hey, my pants were in teh wash.
Now, listen up. Men have a special need in the winter time and I am dead serious. Please go buy yourself a thermal brief or something to wear under your tights. the penis can get frostbite. Since it doesn't haev a major muscle structure like the legs, it cannot retain it's own heat. i'm not joking.I went running with a man one time who just had on his tights and whoo boy, he ended up jogging backwards, hand cupping his crotch.
Don;t wear traditional sweats, they will get wet with sweat, then freeze, very uncomfortable.
2006-08-27 16:06:44 · answer #2 · answered by turtle girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I live in Los Angeles, so weather isn't an issue. However, I run with Nike and they send me seasonal emails on their running clothes.
As you know, when you run, your body heats up. Wear Dri-Fit (Nike) or Clima-Lite (Adidas). These will pull the sweat away from your skin. Also, wear a heavy jacket, like a ski jacket (not a down jacket). You can keep it open if you get too warm.
I'm not sure about pants. Thermals under sweats? Check the Runner's World website for suggestions.
2006-08-27 15:42:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should wear jogging pants (and sweatshirt) that are made to protect you from the wind, but also pull away moisture and are breatheable. The warmth or cold you would be feeling should not be as much an issue as the wetness held to your skin.
2006-08-27 15:07:34 · answer #4 · answered by Angie B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with you. I just ran in tights here in South Texas, but there I think you are correct to wear something more. Although I found the legs to stay warmer than the upper body. Layers are a must with a wind breaker outside.
2006-08-27 15:04:57 · answer #5 · answered by snvffy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Layers are usually the best idea, along with a windbreaker. Another good tip for running in the cold is to use loads of chapstick (i.e. blistex, carmex). Not only does this keep lips dry, but also prolongs feelings of thirst. Keep up the running!
2006-08-27 15:10:41 · answer #6 · answered by Elizabeth 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well when i used to run in the cold up in Maine all i wore was a pair of spandex and shorts and a sweatshirt my body heat kept me warm. I tried to wear long pants but i ended up getting to hot.
2006-08-27 15:06:54 · answer #7 · answered by meowbutt2001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have a running store in your area. Nylon jogging pants that are lined would probably work. You may even find something like that at walmart for much cheaper. You can also get running jackets that have reflectors on them.
2006-08-27 15:03:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clean underwear
2006-08-27 15:04:30 · answer #9 · answered by da_hammerhead 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋