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I run at night a lot in winter since I go after work instead of during lunch break.

Here's my gear.

1. Reflective wrist strap with LED light that can be set to either strobe or steady on.
2. White vest with neon yellow bands and reflective strips. It's a really soft material that doesn't hold moisture. I wear it when running in the rain too, not just at night.
3. Gloves have neon yellow finger covers and reflective patches.
4. Had reflective shoe laces on my last pair of shoes. Haven't replaced those since getting new shoes.
5. Lightweight palm size LED flashlight. (was only $2 at Northern Tool on the checkout lane display)


You could suggest neon colored socks or leggings.
I've got some of these.
http://www.swiftwick.com/aspire-four-halo-green-12230-prd1.htm

 

I am a big fan of Nite Ize. I have one of their vests, had big LED bands on the front and back, they can be solid or flashing. Super visible from a long ways away. Pretty much the go to vest for all my running friends. They have lot's of other options as well.

 

Thanks guys!

 

I like trails too. No traffic. But like yesterday for example I twisted the piss out of my ankle and I was being careful. Take the good with the bad.

 

OMG! Someone go running! Come on Big Sky post some pics of some snow runs. We have no snow in Cali.

I have a 50K coming up on the 21st and a 50 miler in April.

I hear Montana is going to get some serious snow!

 

Ran the first week of C25K last week, today is my rest day, tomorrow starts back my workout days so I'll be running every other day between my workout days.

Got fitted for shoes a few weeks ago, got Brooks Ghost 7's and they are super comfortable.

 

How about snowshoeing pics

homemade pulk



snow trench finished



snug as a bug



view from the porch

 

^See that's what I needed! LOL.

Sooo Jelly! How cold is it getting?

 

@ 95 taco. Are you on Strava? Love to check out your runs. If you are look me up Dave Moore Sebastopol Ca.

Enjoy your new shoes!

 

Nope, never heard of it.
I am on Map my run, but I'm not sure how to share my feed.

Thanks, I'm really enjoying them so far.

 

Awesome!!! You'll learn a lot about your body in the process.... you'll figure out what to do to make things easier. At least, I think I'm still doing it!!

I have a pair of Brooks and my husband does also. They're really comfortable especially on my 'bad' feet.

Don't be afraid to 'rest' (both from running & workouts). Your body needs that!!

 

Thanks for the suggestions about reflective gear. I ended up getting my gf these two things:

Tuvizo Reflective Vest for Women for Walking, Running or Cycling - Comfortable Reflective Gear for High Visibility and Safety - Pink S M L

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LW48FL4/ref=shptrk_scth

$8 LW Reflective Ankle Band Wristband (Pair) with Bonus Reflective Sticker (Ankle Band - Pink)

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S5MJO2U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Always have to be stylish, right?

 

Ran .45 miles before my workout today and it only took me 3:28, so I'm happy with that, now all I have to do is slow down a little and build the distance.

 

been getting a lot of running in, despite the weather; also have been getting in a lot of snowshoeing

a trip w/ my wife on Valentine's Day, spent the night at Twin Lakes in the Crazies (about 8000'), she wanted a fancy meal so I obliged

 

^You sir, are a God among men!

On another note I ran my second trail 50k last week. PR'ed it in 5:10:43.

 

^ very nice (and fast! )

 

That looks like a blast!

 

I finally finished the C25K app on Thursday!!! The last session was a 35 minute run. I had done a couple 40 minutes before Thursday when I felt good.....Thursday I struggled a bit. Majority has been on the treadmill and only going 4mph (S L O W! lol).

So now, I'm working on reaching mileage. Today I did 3 miles that took around 40 minutes. I felt kinda sloppy towards the end....

I'm excited for the weather to warm up. My overall spirits will SOAR when the weather gets warmer and the sun is upon us......Looking forward to training outside!! I've only ran a couple times outside in this god-forsaken winter. LOL

 

^ keep it up

I've been getting a lot of miles in snowshoeing; last weekend I bagged Casey Peak (after three previous tries)- it was really tough

today my wife and I headed up to Elkhorn Peak, she didn't make the summit, but still had a good time

Casey Peak trip







Elkhorn Peak



lunch break

 

Awesome stuff man!

When they say there is a hangover after your first marathon they weren't lying. Been three weeks and ran more than 3 for the first time since and it felt like I was carrying a backpack lol.