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Permalink Reply by Jeff Gallup on December 22, 2011 at 8:38am

I love to trail run, so it hasn't stopped me.  Actually I really enjoy it... I went up the Incline this morning (8+ inches of snow) and ran back down Barr Trail... what a blast!

Permalink Reply by Keeler North on December 22, 2011 at 8:40am

Did you use yack tracks?

Permalink Reply by Jeff Gallup on December 22, 2011 at 9:55am

yeah...  although I have the Yak Trax Walkers, and not the Pro.  Had to stop and adjust a few times on the way up...   but coming down they worked well... although the snow was so deep it was more like skiing at times :-)

Permalink Reply by Keeler North on December 22, 2011 at 8:38am

I bundle and I don't worry about it affecting my pace.  If I can get a good hour in I'm happy.

Permalink Reply by Dan Kurschner on December 22, 2011 at 8:53am

Keep on running - was on the Incline this morning - didn't even think twice about going out.  The snow slows me down but only to enjoy the winter wonderland even that much more.

Permalink Reply by Jeff Gallup on December 22, 2011 at 8:56am

awesome morning on the Incline.. have never climbed in that much snow..   yep, slower, but so much fun :-)

Permalink Reply by Katie Benzel on December 22, 2011 at 9:09am

I run with a group that goes out year-round ... that helps with the motivation to get out the door on cold, cold mornings! It's so beautiful out. I do use the treadmill sometimes during the winter for shorter runs during the week. Long runs have to be outdoors no matter what the weather!

Permalink Reply by Nicole Odell on December 22, 2011 at 9:53am

Thanks for the responses! Keep 'em coming! (I'll probably put on my yaktrax today and brave the cold. Beats having to drive to the gym!)

Permalink Reply by Michael Everson on December 22, 2011 at 10:31am

Winter never stops me from running trails.  It's the best time to train.  Fewer people on trails, and running through snow makes your legs stronger.  That and the fact that it doesn't get more beautiful than a mid winter, snowy run, makes outside the best side.

 

Permalink Reply by Jeff Gallup on December 22, 2011 at 10:33am

good point about the deep snow...  it was a workout!

Permalink Reply by Katie Benzel on December 22, 2011 at 10:34am

Great points, all.

Permalink Reply by Jim Coulson on December 22, 2011 at 3:33pm

I layer up and head out and dont worry about pace.  I enjoy winter runs it is peaceful and you can't beat the scenery.  I Use the treadmill if I need specific pace or interval workouts or the wind is blowing like crazy.  

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