Working out during winter can be challenging, not only because it’s more tempting to sleep in, but because the cold weather can kill any motivation for outdoor exercise. However, the winter conditions shouldn’t be an excuse to not keep to your fitness program.
You can still enjoy your outdoor workouts even if it’s cold outside—you just need a reliable set of winter activewear to protect you from the elements and keep you accountable on your New Years fitness resolutions. Here are some suggestions for the best activewear you can wear during winter:
Sweaty Betty Breeze Merino Short Sleeve Tee ($63)
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Nike Pro Hyperwarm Long Sleeve Training Top ($85)
You’ll love this for its temperature-regulating merino wool, which works no matter the weather. You can layer this with your favorite jacket or vest when it’s cold, or wear it on its own during summer. It’s the perfect addition to your exercise gear.
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Forbes notes that your base layer should feel like a second skin, but it shouldn’t be restrictive. Nike’s Pro Hyperwarm Long Sleeve Training Top has underarm garment gussets that allow for extra motion and breathability. Official sports ranges like Nike’s Hyperwarm collection are always a great choice because of the fabric they use. In fact, sports clothing with fabric innovations have become so popular that more and more stores and brands have started marketing them to consumers. Plus–size clothing outlet Woman Within have embraced this trend and feature official sports attire from the NFL, NHL, and MLB. Most of this activewear has built-in Dri-FIT technology that smartly wicks away moisture.
Nike Pro Warm Half-Zip Training Pullover ($65)
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This pullover goes well with your Nike Training Top and it can help keep you warm whether you’re working out in the gym or outside at your favorite park. You can layer it with wind shells and other outer layers. It’s equipped with a half-zip design and thumbholes at the cuffs. It provides a sweat-wicking layer of support, which can help you feel locked in and warm no matter how cold it gets.
NB Radiant Heat Bonded Vest ($113)
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If you like running early in the morning, you’ll appreciate this New Balance running vest’s reflective accents, which will help you be more visible in the dark. Shape also highly recommends it for its special reflective technology in the lining, which helps keep your body heat within the vest, keeping you warm on those chilly winter runs. It has bonded baffles that make the front side both wind- and water-resistant.
Under Armour Women’s ColdGear Armour Leggings ($50)
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These look like a pair of ordinary leggings, but they’re actually designed with Under Armour’s special ColdGear fabric. They will feel like you’re wearing fleece sweatpants minus the uncomfortable bulkiness. Women’s Health also recommends Cotton On’s Spliced Thigh, which you can get for less than $40 or the Puma Archive Leggings, which you can get for $60.
Puma Flower Track Jacket ($80)
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This jacket is highly recommended for running and outdoor training in general. It’s stylish, but it doesn’t compromise form and function. It’s lightweight, too, so it won’t affect your performance. The Adidas SST Track Top ($120) is also a great choice. If you’re feeling bolder, you’ll love its street-ready design.
Adidas Fort 4 Gloves ($30)
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Don’t take your gloves for granted—make sure you get a touchscreen-friendly pair like the Adidas’ Fort 4 Gloves. They will not only keep your hands warm, but they will also allow you to hit pause/resume on your running and music apps without having to worry about your fingers freezing in the process. They also have Climawarm technology that makes them a good choice for walking in the snow and winter sports like cross-county skiing.
Don’t let go of your routine just because of the weather. Just get yourself a good set of winter activewear and you can carry on your fitness journey without worrying about the cold.