{"id":47640,"date":"2016-02-17T11:15:41","date_gmt":"2016-02-17T16:15:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=47640"},"modified":"2016-07-14T16:10:55","modified_gmt":"2016-07-14T20:10:55","slug":"winter-running-gear-must-haves","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/tech\/winter-running-gear-must-haves\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Running Must-Haves to Brave the Cold"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47642 size-full\" title=\"5 Winter Running Must-Haves to Brave the Cold\" src=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/5-Winter-Running-Must-Haves-to-Brave-the-Cold.jpg\" alt=\"5 Winter Running Must-Haves to Brave the Cold\" width=\"620\" height=\"930\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Before you hibernate for the rest of winter, consider this: Working out in colder conditions might just help you fire up your <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/health\/metabolism-myths-weight-loss\/\" target=\"_blank\">calorie-burning<\/a> engine. Not only will you burn fuel by simply getting out there and <em>moving<\/em>, your body will expend energy just to keep warm.<\/p>\n<p>While\u00a0frigid temps definitely don\u2019t sound like <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/fitness\/cold-weather-running-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\">ideal running or exercise conditions<\/a>, the key is to prepare for the storm. Pulling a muscle is a very real possibility in the cold, so a good <a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/db\/365-dynamic-warm-up-mobility-exercises\/\" target=\"_blank\">dynamic warm-up<\/a> before you run is important, says Joseph Phillips, personal trainer and co-founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/heatrunningapp.com\" target=\"_blank\">HEAT Running<\/a>. You\u2019ll also want to layer up so you start strong (and safe!), and can shed layers as you heat up. Here are the running accessories we\u2019re stocking up on in order to brave the cold.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/fitness\/winter-running-how-to-run-faster\/\" target=\"_blank\">Your Guide to Running Faster by Spring<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><strong>5 Winter Running\u00a0Must-Haves\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-47645 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Under-Armour-Beanie-300x300.png\" alt=\"Under Armour Beanie\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>1. Heads Up<\/strong><br \/>\nMost body heat exits through your head, so capping off your winter wear is a must, Phillips says. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B00YG32ZM8?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creativeASIN=B00YG32ZM8&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;tag=lifbydai-20\" target=\"_blank\">Under Armour Infrared Elements Storm 2.0 Beanie<\/a> is made of ultra soft fleece with a thermo-conductive inner coating to absorb and retain your body heat. ($30; underarmour.com)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-47646\" src=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Zensah-Smart-Running-Gloves-300x300.png\" alt=\"Zensah Smart Running Gloves\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>2. Helping Hand<\/strong><br \/>\nInsulate your hands from wind and cold with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B009KBNHM8?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creativeASIN=B009KBNHM8&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;tag=lifbydai-20\" target=\"_blank\">Zensah Smart Running Gloves<\/a>, equipped with smart touch technology so you can change your beats and check your running app stats. Bonus: These gloves lightweight and slim, so you can tuck them away once you\u2019ve heated up. ($30; zensah.com)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-47647\" src=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Little-Hotties-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Little Hotties\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>3. Hot to Handle<br \/>\n<\/strong>When gloves alone just can\u2019t cut it, add these babies to your gear list. Whether you\u2019re hiking, biking, running or bootcamping it up, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000JJP0UM?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creativeASIN=B000JJP0UM&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;tag=lifbydai-20\" target=\"_blank\">Little Hotties<\/a> will keep your mitts nice and toasty for hours. Simply open the package, give them a shake, and then pop them in your gloves or pockets. Within 10 to 15 minutes they\u2019ll reach max heat that\u2019ll last for up to sight hours. ($40 for box of 40; littlehottieswarmers.com)<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/tech\/best-running-shoes-high-tech\/\" target=\"_blank\">The 5 Best Running Shoes for Every Type of Runner<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-47648\" src=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Lululemon-Run-and-Done-Ear-Warmer-300x300.png\" alt=\"Lululemon Run and Done Ear Warmer\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>4. Hear Us Out<br \/>\n<\/strong>Is there anything worse than that numbing, burning, overall unpleasant effect of exposing your sensitive ears to the cold? Enter the <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.lululemon.com\/products\/clothes-accessories\/women-headbands-and-hats\/Run-And-Done-Ear-Warmer-Softshell?cc=22950&amp;skuId=3653016&amp;catId=women-headbands-and-hats\" target=\"_blank\">lululemon Run and Done Ear Warmer<\/a>, designed to keep you warm and fuzzy during cold-weather outings. Ladies, you\u2019ll also appreciate the ponytail opening if you want to wear your hair low. Machine washable and extremely durable. ($32; lululemon.com)<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-47649\" src=\"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Camelbak-Dart-Backpack-300x300.png\" alt=\"Camelbak Dart Backpack\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>5. Hydration Station<br \/>\n<\/strong>Staying hydrated isn&#8217;t just for the heat. Your body needs just as much water in the winter as it does in warm-weather conditions, Phillips says, so make sure to have a supply handy (especially since you\u2019ll be hard-pressed to find a working water fountain in February). Your best bet: Strapping the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B00OBVOE5G?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creativeASIN=B00OBVOE5G&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;tag=lifbydai-20\" target=\"_blank\">CamelBak DART<\/a> to your back. With a lightweight, bulk-free feel, this pack also boasts mesh side pockets, so you can grab your fuel without slowing down. And the reflective details keep you visible on morning and evening runs. ($70; camelbak.com)<\/p>\n<p><em>Disclosure: All products featured on our site are hand-picked by our editorial team in the hopes of getting you closer to your health and fitness goals. We only recommend products we love and believe that you will, too. In some cases, you might come across an affiliate link on our site, which means we receive a small commission should you decide to make a purchase.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Runners: Don\u2019t step foot in the cold without stocking up on the winter running accessories that matter most. 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