Can I run in winter?

During the running process, there are several things that must be done well, otherwise it will affect the effect of running. The first is the control of breathing rhythm, which is crucial. Running must be coordinated with correct breathing, so that you can do aerobic exercise and lose weight effectively. In addition, you must adjust your state during running, and you must not run fast or slow at times. The weather is relatively cold in winter. Can you run in this season?

Can I run in winter?

As the saying goes, "Train hard in the coldest days of winter and the hottest days of summer." The cold winter is not only a season for stockpiling meat, but also a peak season for various diseases. If you want to stay away from diseases, you have to exercise more. But some people say that the temperature is too low in winter and it is more likely to catch a cold if you go out for exercise, so it is better to stay in the room. So, can you run in winter?

Is winter suitable for running?

Tan Jie, publisher of "China Marathon Leader", said that exercise should be a good habit that we get used to and has nothing to do with the season, so of course we can run in winter.

In winter, people's metabolism is poor, they wear more clothes, and they are too lazy to move, so they tend to store fat. Proper running in winter can effectively reduce fat.

However, there are some things to note when running in winter.

Tan Jie explained that the temperature is low in winter and it is easy to catch a cold when running outdoors, so you must take appropriate precautions when going out for exercise.

The two "dangerous times" for sports colds are: after running and when you go out of a warm room. As long as you keep warm during these two times, you won’t have a cold.

However, there are some groups of people who are not suitable for running. For example, people who already have a cold can easily aggravate their condition if they run while sick.

There are three main points for winter running

1. Warm up

Because the temperature is low, it is more difficult for the body to warm up than in other seasons. At this time, you must not accelerate rashly, otherwise it is easy to cause strain.

Tan Jie said that you can warm up before running, which can not only warm up the body quickly, prepare the joints, muscles and heart, but also prevent accidents.

For example, jogging, plank support, sit-ups, push-ups, etc. are all very good warm-up activities.

2. Hydrate

Many people don’t want to drink water in winter because the water is too cold. Indeed, drinking cold water immediately after running is not good for your health.

Therefore, it is recommended that beginner runners do not need to drink too much water when running in winter, and even if they need to drink, do not drink cold water. If there is no warm water, you can hold the water in your mouth for a while and then swallow it, so that the water in your stomach will also be warm.