Your best winter hacks

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I never run outside, for a start. That's the best way to look like a hag! I have a climber-type machine at home and binge watch Netflix. I assume hot yoga is more of a draw in the winter, no? I prefer regular yoga, which I also do at home.

As someone who loves the outdoors and the mental calm that exercise brings, your routine sounds incredibly depressing!
I don’t think exercise outdoors = haggard. But I also can imagine a particular type of woman (hard to define) who believes this, and that’s fine.

PP you replied to. I'm slim, fit, love the outdoors, but I don't run in it, and I go out with sunscreen and my dog. If you were running on trails in the forest, there would be less pollution, more shade, less impact on joints. But on sidewalks in polluted cities and suburbs? No thanks.

Also, to return to the hag thing that seems to be tripping you up... you might be too young to notice, but most dedicated runners look like hags past a certain age. It's a combination of not enough sun protection and unforgiving pavement pounding. Humans were not meant to run on something that hard, no matter what shoe you're wearing. After a while, it disturbs skin elasticity and harms joints.

Amen sister

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I never run outside, for a start. That's the best way to look like a hag! I have a climber-type machine at home and binge watch Netflix. I assume hot yoga is more of a draw in the winter, no? I prefer regular yoga, which I also do at home.

As someone who loves the outdoors and the mental calm that exercise brings, your routine sounds incredibly depressing!
I don’t think exercise outdoors = haggard. But I also can imagine a particular type of woman (hard to define) who believes this, and that’s fine.

PP you replied to. I'm slim, fit, love the outdoors, but I don't run in it, and I go out with sunscreen and my dog. If you were running on trails in the forest, there would be less pollution, more shade, less impact on joints. But on sidewalks in polluted cities and suburbs? No thanks.

Also, to return to the hag thing that seems to be tripping you up... you might be too young to notice, but most dedicated runners look like hags past a certain age. It's a combination of not enough sun protection and unforgiving pavement pounding. Humans were not meant to run on something that hard, no matter what shoe you're wearing. After a while, it disturbs skin elasticity and harms joints.

I mean, I also think humans were not meant to exercise on fake stair climbing equipment in basements while mindlessly stuffing their brain with TV…
I think everyone look like hags once they’re old… because they’re old. I think you value different things than I do, and I also think that’s fine because I’d never sacrifice responsible sun time because I was scared of wrinkles.

I definitely DO think runners have to be very mindful about sun exposure, and also posture and running surfaces to avoid joint issues, but this has been widely studied so we know a lot about protective techniques.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I never run outside, for a start. That's the best way to look like a hag! I have a climber-type machine at home and binge watch Netflix. I assume hot yoga is more of a draw in the winter, no? I prefer regular yoga, which I also do at home.

As someone who loves the outdoors and the mental calm that exercise brings, your routine sounds incredibly depressing!
I don’t think exercise outdoors = haggard. But I also can imagine a particular type of woman (hard to define) who believes this, and that’s fine.

PP you replied to. I'm slim, fit, love the outdoors, but I don't run in it, and I go out with sunscreen and my dog. If you were running on trails in the forest, there would be less pollution, more shade, less impact on joints. But on sidewalks in polluted cities and suburbs? No thanks.

Also, to return to the hag thing that seems to be tripping you up... you might be too young to notice, but most dedicated runners look like hags past a certain age. It's a combination of not enough sun protection and unforgiving pavement pounding. Humans were not meant to run on something that hard, no matter what shoe you're wearing. After a while, it disturbs skin elasticity and harms joints.

I mean, I also think humans were not meant to exercise on fake stair climbing equipment in basements while mindlessly stuffing their brain with TV…
I think everyone look like hags once they’re old… because they’re old. I think you value different things than I do, and I also think that’s fine because I’d never sacrifice responsible sun time because I was scared of wrinkles.

I definitely DO think runners have to be very mindful about sun exposure, and also posture and running surfaces to avoid joint issues, but this has been widely studied so we know a lot about protective techniques.

I think some people value the experience of outdoor exercise (mental health, being outdoors) more and others value the results of exercise (looking good) more so it makes sense that those 2 groups could have different preferences for how they exercise.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I never run outside, for a start. That's the best way to look like a hag! I have a climber-type machine at home and binge watch Netflix. I assume hot yoga is more of a draw in the winter, no? I prefer regular yoga, which I also do at home.

As someone who loves the outdoors and the mental calm that exercise brings, your routine sounds incredibly depressing!
I don’t think exercise outdoors = haggard. But I also can imagine a particular type of woman (hard to define) who believes this, and that’s fine.

PP you replied to. I'm slim, fit, love the outdoors, but I don't run in it, and I go out with sunscreen and my dog. If you were running on trails in the forest, there would be less pollution, more shade, less impact on joints. But on sidewalks in polluted cities and suburbs? No thanks.

Also, to return to the hag thing that seems to be tripping you up... you might be too young to notice, but most dedicated runners look like hags past a certain age. It's a combination of not enough sun protection and unforgiving pavement pounding. Humans were not meant to run on something that hard, no matter what shoe you're wearing. After a while, it disturbs skin elasticity and harms joints.

I mean, I also think humans were not meant to exercise on fake stair climbing equipment in basements while mindlessly stuffing their brain with TV…
I think everyone look like hags once they’re old… because they’re old. I think you value different things than I do, and I also think that’s fine because I’d never sacrifice responsible sun time because I was scared of wrinkles.

I definitely DO think runners have to be very mindful about sun exposure, and also posture and running surfaces to avoid joint issues, but this has been widely studied so we know a lot about protective techniques.

The difference is that years of running outside on hard surfaces is proven to be bad for your health, and no reputable exercise equipment used according to directions has been found to have the same effect!

This isn't about using technology or going outdoors, since both groups obviously do both of these things. This is about being able to pivot from a sport you love to doing something similar in a way that will better preserve your health for years to come. And maybe you don't care about wrinkles or your appearance... but a lot of people do.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I never run outside, for a start. That's the best way to look like a hag! I have a climber-type machine at home and binge watch Netflix. I assume hot yoga is more of a draw in the winter, no? I prefer regular yoga, which I also do at home.

As someone who loves the outdoors and the mental calm that exercise brings, your routine sounds incredibly depressing!
I don’t think exercise outdoors = haggard. But I also can imagine a particular type of woman (hard to define) who believes this, and that’s fine.

PP you replied to. I'm slim, fit, love the outdoors, but I don't run in it, and I go out with sunscreen and my dog. If you were running on trails in the forest, there would be less pollution, more shade, less impact on joints. But on sidewalks in polluted cities and suburbs? No thanks.

Also, to return to the hag thing that seems to be tripping you up... you might be too young to notice, but most dedicated runners look like hags past a certain age. It's a combination of not enough sun protection and unforgiving pavement pounding. Humans were not meant to run on something that hard, no matter what shoe you're wearing. After a while, it disturbs skin elasticity and harms joints.

I mean, I also think humans were not meant to exercise on fake stair climbing equipment in basements while mindlessly stuffing their brain with TV…
I think everyone look like hags once they’re old… because they’re old. I think you value different things than I do, and I also think that’s fine because I’d never sacrifice responsible sun time because I was scared of wrinkles.

I definitely DO think runners have to be very mindful about sun exposure, and also posture and running surfaces to avoid joint issues, but this has been widely studied so we know a lot about protective techniques.

The difference is that years of running outside on hard surfaces is proven to be bad for your health, and no reputable exercise equipment used according to directions has been found to have the same effect!

This isn't about using technology or going outdoors, since both groups obviously do both of these things. This is about being able to pivot from a sport you love to doing something similar in a way that will better preserve your health for years to come. And maybe you don't care about wrinkles or your appearance... but a lot of people do.

Truth bombs dropping

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I never run outside, for a start. That's the best way to look like a hag! I have a climber-type machine at home and binge watch Netflix. I assume hot yoga is more of a draw in the winter, no? I prefer regular yoga, which I also do at home.

As someone who loves the outdoors and the mental calm that exercise brings, your routine sounds incredibly depressing!
I don’t think exercise outdoors = haggard. But I also can imagine a particular type of woman (hard to define) who believes this, and that’s fine.

PP you replied to. I'm slim, fit, love the outdoors, but I don't run in it, and I go out with sunscreen and my dog. If you were running on trails in the forest, there would be less pollution, more shade, less impact on joints. But on sidewalks in polluted cities and suburbs? No thanks.

Also, to return to the hag thing that seems to be tripping you up... you might be too young to notice, but most dedicated runners look like hags past a certain age. It's a combination of not enough sun protection and unforgiving pavement pounding. Humans were not meant to run on something that hard, no matter what shoe you're wearing. After a while, it disturbs skin elasticity and harms joints.

I mean, I also think humans were not meant to exercise on fake stair climbing equipment in basements while mindlessly stuffing their brain with TV…
I think everyone look like hags once they’re old… because they’re old. I think you value different things than I do, and I also think that’s fine because I’d never sacrifice responsible sun time because I was scared of wrinkles.

I definitely DO think runners have to be very mindful about sun exposure, and also posture and running surfaces to avoid joint issues, but this has been widely studied so we know a lot about protective techniques.

The difference is that years of running outside on hard surfaces is proven to be bad for your health, and no reputable exercise equipment used according to directions has been found to have the same effect!

This isn't about using technology or going outdoors, since both groups obviously do both of these things. This is about being able to pivot from a sport you love to doing something similar in a way that will better preserve your health for years to come. And maybe you don't care about wrinkles or your appearance... but a lot of people do.

This logic is really weird.

[Anonymous]

I sign up for classes where it costs me money if I cancel. I’m cheaper than I am lazy.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I never run outside, for a start. That's the best way to look like a hag! I have a climber-type machine at home and binge watch Netflix. I assume hot yoga is more of a draw in the winter, no? I prefer regular yoga, which I also do at home.

As someone who loves the outdoors and the mental calm that exercise brings, your routine sounds incredibly depressing!
I don’t think exercise outdoors = haggard. But I also can imagine a particular type of woman (hard to define) who believes this, and that’s fine.

PP you replied to. I'm slim, fit, love the outdoors, but I don't run in it, and I go out with sunscreen and my dog. If you were running on trails in the forest, there would be less pollution, more shade, less impact on joints. But on sidewalks in polluted cities and suburbs? No thanks.

Also, to return to the hag thing that seems to be tripping you up... you might be too young to notice, but most dedicated runners look like hags past a certain age. It's a combination of not enough sun protection and unforgiving pavement pounding. Humans were not meant to run on something that hard, no matter what shoe you're wearing. After a while, it disturbs skin elasticity and harms joints.

I mean, I also think humans were not meant to exercise on fake stair climbing equipment in basements while mindlessly stuffing their brain with TV…
I think everyone look like hags once they’re old… because they’re old. I think you value different things than I do, and I also think that’s fine because I’d never sacrifice responsible sun time because I was scared of wrinkles.

I definitely DO think runners have to be very mindful about sun exposure, and also posture and running surfaces to avoid joint issues, but this has been widely studied so we know a lot about protective techniques.

The difference is that years of running outside on hard surfaces is proven to be bad for your health, and no reputable exercise equipment used according to directions has been found to have the same effect!

This isn't about using technology or going outdoors, since both groups obviously do both of these things. This is about being able to pivot from a sport you love to doing something similar in a way that will better preserve your health for years to come. And maybe you don't care about wrinkles or your appearance... but a lot of people do.

This logic is really weird.

Explain yourself

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I sign up for classes where it costs me money if I cancel. I’m cheaper than I am lazy.

Know thyself!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I find outdoor running challenging in the winter bc what I need to wear to be warm in the first 5 min makes me totally overheated after 15 min. One hack is to power walk, bc I don’t get quite as hot and sweaty. On really cold days I wear wind pants over leggings annd wool socks, occasionally snow boots instead of sneakers. another is to do a loop or track where I can shed the jacket or whatever I need to take off.

Who cares if you’re cold for the first 5 minutes? Start running and you’ll be fine. Always dress so that you start or cold and warm up.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My “hack” is to buy cold weather running clothes that keep me comfortable in the lower temps. Rainier leggings from athleta, neck gator, hat or headband, running gloves, long sleeves and warm vest. I go out every single morning so that it becomes as routine as brushing teeth or drinking coffee/tea. I take in the sunrise and the cool crisp air and it makes me feel alive and ready to start the day. Nothing better than winter running!

It’s gaiter, not gator. Nothing to do with a large toothed animal.

[Anonymous]

Gator lolz

[Anonymous]

I do long runs (10 miles) in Fri mornings and block my calendar so no one schedules 9am meetings. I love it!!!

Overall I work 50-60 hours a week so I feel no guilt for starting my Fri a bit late. I also love winter running because it is a great way to get some sunshine and fresh air in the winter! And it's a good excuse to get hot chocolate

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My “hack” is to buy cold weather running clothes that keep me comfortable in the lower temps. Rainier leggings from athleta, neck gator, hat or headband, running gloves, long sleeves and warm vest. I go out every single morning so that it becomes as routine as brushing teeth or drinking coffee/tea. I take in the sunrise and the cool crisp air and it makes me feel alive and ready to start the day. Nothing better than winter running!

OP here. I do love those pants.

And you have inspired me to go early and just go.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I never run outside, for a start. That's the best way to look like a hag! I have a climber-type machine at home and binge watch Netflix. I assume hot yoga is more of a draw in the winter, no? I prefer regular yoga, which I also do at home.

As someone who loves the outdoors and the mental calm that exercise brings, your routine sounds incredibly depressing!
I don’t think exercise outdoors = haggard. But I also can imagine a particular type of woman (hard to define) who believes this, and that’s fine.

PP you replied to. I'm slim, fit, love the outdoors, but I don't run in it, and I go out with sunscreen and my dog. If you were running on trails in the forest, there would be less pollution, more shade, less impact on joints. But on sidewalks in polluted cities and suburbs? No thanks.

Also, to return to the hag thing that seems to be tripping you up... you might be too young to notice, but most dedicated runners look like hags past a certain age. It's a combination of not enough sun protection and unforgiving pavement pounding. Humans were not meant to run on something that hard, no matter what shoe you're wearing. After a while, it disturbs skin elasticity and harms joints.

I mean, I also think humans were not meant to exercise on fake stair climbing equipment in basements while mindlessly stuffing their brain with TV…
I think everyone look like hags once they’re old… because they’re old. I think you value different things than I do, and I also think that’s fine because I’d never sacrifice responsible sun time because I was scared of wrinkles.

I definitely DO think runners have to be very mindful about sun exposure, and also posture and running surfaces to avoid joint issues, but this has been widely studied so we know a lot about protective techniques.

The difference is that years of running outside on hard surfaces is proven to be bad for your health, and no reputable exercise equipment used according to directions has been found to have the same effect!

This isn't about using technology or going outdoors, since both groups obviously do both of these things. This is about being able to pivot from a sport you love to doing something similar in a way that will better preserve your health for years to come. And maybe you don't care about wrinkles or your appearance... but a lot of people do.

Links? Np who is curious