and be seen this winter.On reflectionWearing bright fluorescent colours is a great idea during the day but at night white apparel with reflective panels shows up better in motorists’ headlights. Winter kit often features reflective areas, and many running
to a winter cross-country league and Anderson says that runners of all abilities, from beginner to elite, take part in these races.Kit upWhile clothing is the same as for road and track running, cross-country runners tend to wear spiked shoes to offer
and distance as you get nearer the time. Consider cross-training to keep fitness levels high and reduce the risk of running-related injuries. – OuchOuchTry to maintain or even progress the mileage over winter. You'll probably find it easier to rack up long
to describe the type of runner I used to be, ‘stupid’ would probably do it. I could happily go from zero to 60 miles per week, in less than seven days. I could proudly wear a pair of running shoes until they literally fell off my feet. I treated injuries as a
twice: in a 5K time trial led by Steve and a marathon pace session devised by Sam. Inside, physio Sarah Connors led the runners through exercises to check for injury risks. Gait analysis appointments identified our contenders’ dream running shoes. Watch
who starts their running career from scratch in the dead of winter. But 32-year-old Zoe Withnall (aka Xorro and our Member of the Month for February) did just that. "I started running in February of this year after I’d reached a weight I really wasn
. Most of my other stuff has come from there as well: pedals, shoes, wetsuit, pirate gear. Just go for it. The Tri forum has been invaluable to me. – holgsRent a wetsuitYou can rent a wetsuit for less than £50 for a season. Tri & Run does wetsuit hire
't see any of the scenery because of the darkness... I forgot what I love about winter – please remind me?! TurboElli The weather can be crisp, clear and invigorating - and think how much you'll enjoy your spring and summer runs if you clock up those
're feeling unmotivated, or you aren't sleeping that well. The cure-all is rest. Don't run for a day or two, and when you start up again, stick to easy runs until the bothersome signs disappear. Treat your feet Those beefy, well-cushioned shoes you wear
to injury. Conclusion: City dwellers probably have little choice but to do a large proportion of their running on concrete. If you get the slightest opportunity, though, look for softer surfaces.Rating: 2.510. SnowIf you live in Britain, you wont generally
