Cold Weather Running

US Olympian Benji Durden
demonstrating the
benefits of facial hair

As the weather is on the extreme edge this winter, thought I'd try a bit of participatory journalism.  There are different approaches to dealing with extreme temperatures, snow accumulation, ice patches on the roads or sidewalks.  What solutions do Minnesota runners use to protect exposed skin?  Or do you merely choose to run indoors on a treadmill?

Give us your feedback.  Stories from the frozen tundra.  If we get enough of the collective wisdom of our audience, we'll put together a summary of experiences, adaptive strategies, etc.  Send your stories, tips, photos like the one of Benji Durden(left), etc. to downthebackstretch@gmail.com.  If you want to talk about it, instead of write it, send me a phone number with the best time to reach you.