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Running in the Snow

Marah
Marah
I am trying to train for a marathon, but mother nature dumped a bunch of white crap on us! Running in snow up to my ankles with snow boots on really is crimping my style. Any suggestions. I can't really afford to join a gym and the thought of running on a treadmill makes me yawn anyway. So does anyone run in the snow? How do you do it?
deleted_user
deleted_user
I use to run in the snow when i lived in the Northeast. Be very, very careful of ice-- one fall or twisted ankle and you're out of commission for a month.

Try to find a track or a quiet roadside that's been cleared. And make sure you wear good running shoes when you train; your knees & ankles will thank you.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I always cringe when I see people jogging in winter... one little slip and oh man you can do some damage. If you CAN afford a tread mill I would say go for it because it could save you your legs and ankles. Put a good tape in or some music and run up a storm.
deleted_user
deleted_user
in the winter i did indoor excercises in the spring thru fall outdoor.you can't have it all your way unless you live in california,florida,texas,ect.get my snow drift?