I'm sure I'm not the only one that has bitched incessantly about how horrible the weather has been this winter - today being no exception. I think that everyone in the northern hemisphere is feeling that same pain. Since we're probably due for another 6 weeks of this crap, I figured I might as well try to look for the positives. A list of negatives would be far too easy and I'm never one to back down from a challenge. So let's get POSITIVE folks!!
5. You don't need to go to the gym to lift weights, just go outside and shovel your driveway. It's a full body workout.
4. Missed leg day at the gym? That's ok, just go for a run in the snow. It will work all the muscles you never knew you had. You may just decide that leg day is overrated.
3. Hot chocolate is a great recovery drink if you make it with chocolate milk. Then it becomes Double hot chocolate. Or hot double chocolate. And really, who doesn't want MORE chocolate?
2. Extra hot epsom salt baths with some foamy bubble bath thrown in for good measure.
1. FACT: Running in the cold and snow makes you burn more calories. So you can have some extra bacon with your post long run pancakes and not feel guilty. That's a win / win if you ask me.
Is there anything you'd add to this list?
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I like the winter! Albeit it looks like I won't hit the open water until late spring this year, which sucks. But I love sledding and playing with my crazy dog out in the snow. And we're getting dumped on right now!
Nice post! I love running when it's snowing like it is today. Plus like you said, running in the snow engages other muscles in your legs and ankles that you don't use running on the road.
#1 is the only reason I need. That being said, I think tonight's 10k will be a treadmill run.
Green & Black's has cocoa mix? This is a revelation!
I think you covered just about everything! Hot chocolate using chocolate milk? That is genius! I also like coming in after a cold run and doing my stretches in front of the fireplace.
As they say...there is always a silver linning...lol
You are so brave, I am a winter wuss.
I also love winter! I love how beautiful the snow is, how a 30 degree run is the perfect temperature and has no humidity, and the occasional snow day! I also LOVE hot chocolate! Why have I never thought about making double hot chocolate before?!?!
It's good to see your upbeat post about winter running! It's already been a long winter for most of us , and it's not always easy to stay positive.This is a great list--thanks for posting!
The best thing is coming in from a super cold run is that I get to sit in the shower for 45 minutes warming up (at least I love to do that!)
I need to try an extra hot, foamy epsom salt bath. That sounds heavenly!
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