tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3666058531918387271.post4045624316133445454..comments2023-10-18T09:45:41.047-04:00Comments on Brooklyn Running: 20 Mile Run: Prospect Park-West Side HighwayBrooklyn Runnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08864757096225104891noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3666058531918387271.post-25010552398786046522009-03-30T10:21:00.000-04:002009-03-30T10:21:00.000-04:00I don't quite understand your "even in the winter"...I don't quite understand your "even in the winter" comment. I haven't run 20 miles yet (I ran fifteen yesterday, and I hope to move beyond that), but I find that I need less water on the winter runs, not more. <BR/><BR/>I have a good friend who lives in Red Hook. She used to live on Park Slope. You've got some beautiful running areas there. <BR/><BR/>Good luck in your training.<BR/><BR/>KenKenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17374691722674668757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3666058531918387271.post-59072479930568928082009-02-17T05:37:00.000-05:002009-02-17T05:37:00.000-05:00One key to running in colder weather - or for any ...One key to running in colder weather - or for any kind of weather, actually - is to make sure you're dressed appropriately. Layering is essential, also wearing clothing that protects you from the elements (wind, rain) but allows you to breathe.<BR/><BR/>Runner's World has a bunch of articles with advice about how to handle running in the cold weather at http://www.runnersworld.com/subtopic/0,7123,s6-238-267-269-0,00.html<BR/>(if link doesn't work, search for "Running in Cold or Heat"<BR/><BR/>Running outside is an exhilarating part of this sport. Even though it may seem daunting at first, you'll realize that, with the right preparation, you can succeed in most any conditions. And even if you don't want to run, take a stroll.Brooklyn Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08864757096225104891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3666058531918387271.post-29895991917657365402009-02-16T21:01:00.000-05:002009-02-16T21:01:00.000-05:00Every time I read this post I remind myself that i...Every time I read this post I remind myself that it's not life-ending to run in the cold. It's just cold! I really want to run the 5k this Saturday but I am really afraid that somehow I am going to freeze my butt off and just somehow "fail"Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09540440810449410755noreply@blogger.com