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Posted on Oct 21, 2017

11 Products That Will Make Winter Running So Much Easier

Zero chill.

by Jessie Gaynor

BuzzFeed Staff

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My refusal to join a gym only really becomes a problem in the winter.

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Ninety percent of my exercise comes from running outdoors (the other 10% comes from climbing the comically steep stairs to my boyfriend's apartment). Most of the time, my system works out great! I get to spend time outdoors, explore the city, get places faster, and listen to hours of podcasts every week.

During the winter, though, some preparation is necessary to ensure I stay safe and toasty — especially because I'm a huge baby about the cold. Here are the best products I've found for totally tolerable winter running.

1. No-tie shoelaces, because tying your laces with your clumsy glove-hands is extra annoying.

2. A wool base layer, because as a very wise woman who is my mother never ceases to remind me, wool keeps you warm even when it's wet.

3. Fleece-lined leggings to keep your joints warm.

4. Ear warmers you can double up on.

5. A down vest to warm you to the ~core~.

6. A thermal gaiter, because you should protect your neck, not neglect your neck.

7. Wool socks, which will protect your feet even if you step in a slush puddle (remember what my mom always says???).

8. Convertible windproof gloves, to protect your hands all the way from "brisk" to "subzero."

9. A pair of safety lights to keep you visible if you plan to run after sundown.

10. Hand-warming packs, in case you anticipate pre-running downtime.

11. A weatherproof jacket that will serve as your (and your phone's) first line of defense against the elements.

Take that, winter!

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11 Products That Will Make Winter Running So Much Easier

My refusal to join a gym only really becomes a problem in the winter.

1. No-tie shoelaces, because tying your laces with your clumsy glove-hands is extra annoying.

2. A wool base layer, because as a very wise woman who is my mother never ceases to remind me, wool keeps you warm even when it's wet.

3. Fleece-lined leggings to keep your joints warm.

4. Ear warmers you can double up on.

5. A down vest to warm you to the ~core~.

6. A thermal gaiter, because you should protect your neck, not neglect your neck.

7. Wool socks, which will protect your feet even if you step in a slush puddle (remember what my mom always says???).

8. Convertible windproof gloves, to protect your hands all the way from "brisk" to "subzero."

9. A pair of safety lights to keep you visible if you plan to run after sundown.

10. Hand-warming packs, in case you anticipate pre-running downtime.

11. A weatherproof jacket that will serve as your (and your phone's) first line of defense against the elements.

Take that, winter!

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11 Products That Will Make Winter Running So Much Easier

My refusal to join a gym only really becomes a problem in the winter.

1. No-tie shoelaces, because tying your laces with your clumsy glove-hands is extra annoying.

2. A wool base layer, because as a very wise woman who is my mother never ceases to remind me, wool keeps you warm even when it's wet.

3. Fleece-lined leggings to keep your joints warm.

4. Ear warmers you can double up on.

5. A down vest to warm you to the ~core~.

6. A thermal gaiter, because you should protect your neck, not neglect your neck.

7. Wool socks, which will protect your feet even if you step in a slush puddle (remember what my mom always says???).

8. Convertible windproof gloves, to protect your hands all the way from "brisk" to "subzero."

9. A pair of safety lights to keep you visible if you plan to run after sundown.

10. Hand-warming packs, in case you anticipate pre-running downtime.

11. A weatherproof jacket that will serve as your (and your phone's) first line of defense against the elements.

Take that, winter!

Shopping for something specific? Check out BuzzFeed Reviews to find the best things for every budget!

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