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by Renae Virata
So after a brief hiatus from my running schedule, I finally decided to bite the bullet and brave the chilly weather to get back that runner’s high I so covet (and need). First concern: stay warm. Second: stay mobile. And I can’t help thinking that my improvement in stride and pace might have a little bit to do with how good I feel in a stylish running ensemble. 
Below is everything you need to make sure you have a good run…and look good doing it.
I am just as guilty as anyone else out there who figures, “Hey, it’s cold – time to layer!” But once you start moving, the heat and sweat will definitely make you wish you had one less layer or two. Considering this, dress for how you’ll feel 90 – 95% of your run and brave that first five minutes in the cold as you start to warm up. Also, brighter colors, using reflective accessories and minding the running road rules are key to being safe since it gets darker earlier in the winter.
The Competitive Runner has a great guide for what to wear for different degrees of winter weather (just what we love to see at WeareverTheWeather.com!) while we have the lowdown on what looks good.
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Outerwear
Adidas Running Vest
Athleta Soft-Shell Jacket
Champion Nylon Shell
Long-sleeve Shirts
Athleta Long-Sleeve Top
Columbia Long-Sleeve
Stella McCartney Running Top
Lightweight Pants and Tights
Columbia Pants
Champion Running Tights
Stella McCartney Running Pants
Accessories
Columbia Headring
Athleta Beanie
Champion Gloves
Adidas Gloves
Athleta Wool Socks
Champion Socks
The Competitive Runner‘s Guide to What to Wear for Different Winter Temps
Less than 40° but more than 30°
Lightweight tights or pants, long sleeve shirt, nylon shell or fleece with a zipper so you can unzip it after you warm up, lightweight gloves, headband that will probably come off after warming up.
Less than 30° but more than 20°
Light to medium weight tights or pants, singlet or t-shirt, long sleeve shirt, nylon shell or fleece pullover, old wool socks or mittens for hands, headband.
Less than 20° but more than 10°
Medium weight tights or pants, t-shirt, long sleeve shirt or light fleece pullover, nylon shell, old wool socks or mittens for hands, headband or hat.
Less than 10° but more than 0°
Medium to heavy weight tights or pants or light weight pants with tights or long underwear underneath, long sleeve shirt, light fleece pullover, nylon shell, old wool socks or mittens for hands, and a hat or balaclava.
Less than 0° but more than -10°
Heavy weight tights or pants or light weight pants with expedition weight long underwear underneath, wind briefs and perhaps a pear of shorts to protect private areas, long sleeve shirt, fleece pullover, nylon shell, old wool socks or mittens for hands, and a hat or balaclava.
Where to Shop
Detroit image consultant Lena Piskoworski is also a winter athlete and the fabulous and fashionable blogger behind dresslp.com. She has a great list of stores not mentioned here and the nitty-gritty on what to expect from each line. (You have to check out her adorable insights into fashion, personal style and the fashion around her – highly entertaining!)
