Do's and Don'ts

Jogging in Provo in the winter is really not as bad as it sounds. As long as the sidewalks are fairly dry and free of snow and ice it's not a big deal. However, after being back here for almost a month and trying to keep up my New Years resolution to run three times a week ( "trying" being the key word there) I have a few things I would like to share with you.

Do: Invest in a good pair of thick UnderArmor leggings to run in. They are a life saver.
Don't: Run in said leggings without putting a pair of shorts on over them. It's skanky and tacky.

Do: Run with a worthy destination in mind, like the Provo temple for example.
Don't: Run all the way home on the sidewalk. Cement is the worst thing to run on because the hard impact will kill your knees and may result in the most intense shin splinty pain ever. I am speaking from experience. Just run in the bike lane (asphalt is way better for you) and keep an eye out so that you don't get run over by a bike or a crazy Utah driver who isn't paying attention.

Do: Alternate your running shoes. I read somewhere that it is good for your feet.
Don't: Try to run in the lightweight mesh sneakers that you wore camping in the mud last year, especially if you are wearing thin little socks. Your feet will FREEZE and you will find frightening amounts of dirt between your toes.

Today's Running Song: "Unwritten" Natasha Bedingfield

This is my brilliant idea. Thread your key onto your shoelace, tuck it under the laces, and you don't have to worry about getting locked out! It works so much better than running with your key inside your shoe. Trust me.