I've ran in temps 20-25 degrees before, but tonight's 25 with a windchill of 16 was almost too much and it didn't help that half of my 5 mile run was along the river front  where the wind was just blowing at me. My eyes were dried up and burning by the time I was done. I almost debated on a treadmill, but I hate them so much . 
 How do others cope with this kind of weather, the wind and all? I think I might even have to get a second pair of gloves, a ski mask or whatever and freaking goggles/glasses to save my eyes. My area is being hit with an arctic blast and it looks like I'll be dealing with this kind of weather for the next 10 days.... it can be extremely discouraging 

If you hate the treadmill enough (like I do) you just get out, dress properly and eventually after

many many years (LOL) you will get used to it.

 

I just started another post and mentioned that our "feels" like temps will be -15F from tomorrow

through Sunday. Fun times in Canada!!

Sad thing, I was the only one out there tonight. Normally I will see other runners and some walkers, but I was the ONLY one. I hate the treadmill, so I think I am going to have to invest in clothing better equipped for this weather, especially something to cover my nose, mouth and a warmer jacket. I am really beginning to miss the 90 degrees and humidity of summer, at least then I could run in a pair of shorts, sports bra and shoes.............

 

Sad thing, I was the only one out there tonight. Normally I will see other runners and some walkers, but I was the ONLY one. I hate the treadmill, so I think I am going to have to invest in clothing better equipped for this weather, especially something to cover my nose, mouth and a warmer jacket. I am really beginning to miss the 90 degrees and humidity of summer, at least then I could run in a pair of shorts, sports bra and shoes.............

I think it got warm enough for that  one day in July last summer!

I just bought me a Sugio Midzero Balaclava (face mask) and a Salomon A Midlayer UW jacket, I think I will be ready for my next run this week. Running Warehouse is shipping it 2nd day air so  hopefully I will have them either Wednesday or Thursday.

You'll get used to it if you keep getting out there.

This morning, I ran my Monday 8 miler in -3 degree temps with a 20mph north wind & flurries. I wore a Sugoi Speedster 3 tech shirt/jacket thing with a Patagonia Nano Puff vest, Sugoi Sub Zero tights, North Face Windstopper Gloves, ZanHeadwear mask(LOVE!!!), and Smartwool socks. Seriously was toasty warm!

I'm tempted to make myself <A HREF=http://thecompletefabrication.blogspot.com/2008/06/travs-balaclava.html?m=1>this</A>.

Y'all are a bunch of wusses. 

 

0 degrees with a windchill of -16.  It was a beautiful night for a walk with a clear sky.

  It is -5 here right now headed to the teens below zero overnight. I'd love me a little 25 degrees right now. I know I've posted this pic before and I realize that 20-30 degrees is really cold for a lot of you but if you dress right and have a somewhat positive attitude it isn't all that bad.

Layers, tights, keep the head covered, wind proof outer jacket and I prefer mittens over gloves when it gets below 10. Seems to keep my hands warmer. And for the guys I recommend wind blocker briefs under the tights or running pants.

MTA:  I will say when it does get this cold it is a good excuse to do some speed work on the treadmill.

This morning it was 14 degrees but with a windchill of 5 degrees, still felt better than last night due to no wind blowing and the sun shining. I miss running during daylight.