The subtle art of running on snow
And by subtle, we mean ‘slow’
On Sunday night, our region was blanketed by a little more than an inch of snow. That may not sound like much, but even a trace of powder can play havoc with your running if you’re not careful. All it takes is one little slip to send you sprawling and wreck your winter.
That happened to me many years ago when I wiped out on a small patch of black ice buried beneath a dusting of snow and landed on my knee. I didn’t think it was anything at the time, but the lingering soreness kept me sidelined for a month.
Running in snow is a lot like driving in snow. You want to be patient, steady, and under control at all times. You also need to avoid sudden twists or turns, while giving yourself plenty of space in case you need to slam on the brakes or come to a complete stop.
You’ll not only run slower in the snow out of necessity, you’ll exert more effort than normal because running in snow is more difficult than it appears. Don’t let that stop you! Snow running, especially on fresh unpacked snow, can be an absolute delight if you approach it with the right mindset.
Here are some snow running tips for the winter months.
