Just because it鈥檚 cold and snowy outside doesn鈥檛 mean you鈥檝e got to retire your running shoes or concede to the treadmill. In fact, studies show that people who run outside exercise longer and more frequently than people who work out indoors. All you need is the right gear to keep you warm, dry, and illuminated, and you'll be ready to go, no matter what the winter brings.
Saucony聽Exo Jacket ($140)
聽is lightweight but surprisingly warm for mid-winter runs. It has a wind and waterproof nylon exterior, fully taped seams, and a protective hood for keeping the elements at bay. The packable jacket is built specifically for temperatures of 50 degrees and below.聽
Petzl聽Tikka聽XP Headlamp聽($50)
The days are short this time of year, so there鈥檚 a good chance you鈥檒l end up running home in the dark. Come prepared with , which offers several lighting modes, including a red strobe light to let cars know you鈥檙e there. The on/off button is easy to press even with gloves on.聽
Nike聽Vapor Flash 2.0 Gloves ($65)
Speaking of gloves, you鈥檙e going to want some of those, too. 聽keep your digits warm with insulating polyester fabric with built-in reflection for dimly-lit runs. Bonus: The thumb and forefinger have touch-screen compatibility so you can manage your playlist without freezing your fingers.
Opedix聽Knee-Tec 2.0 Full Length Tights ($195)
Imagine a pair of running pants that not only keep you warm in the winter but also reduce impact to聽your joints? Meet Opedix, kinetically-designed apparel created with help from orthopedic surgeons. 聽reduce stress to your knees by redirecting the twisting forces you experience while running.聽
Stance聽Pace OTC Sock ($36)
Socks don鈥檛 need to be boring. With , you鈥檒l get a fun, vibrant print in a tall, over-the-calf fit, perfect for insulating. The moisture-wicking socks come with anatomically-designed left and right footbeds and a touch of compression.
ArcTeryx聽Fortrez聽Beanie ($25)
You know that old saying about heat escaping through your head? Well, it鈥檚 partly true: Studies show that you can lose seven-to-ten聽percent of your body heat through your noggin. So lock that heat in with an insulating cap, like , made with warm yet breathable Polartec Power Stretch Fleece and designed with a slim, sleek fit.