She has won twice in a row – in the marathon at the World Cup in Beijing where she was also the fastest of the Swedish girls. Now she gives you their top tips for autumn and winter running, including wear a reflective vest to keep visible.
Annelie Johansson went from being exerciser to become national team runners in just four years and she has a strong position as one of the fastest long-distance runners in Sweden. Annelie, for example, the only woman who won twice – to keep running races during the winter is one of the secrets behind the success.
– I think it will be easier to get back to racing form if it runs during the winter. I recommend that you run 1-2 times a week to avoid losing running feeling. Do it, it is really difficult to get out so take a while on the treadmill at the gym, says Annelie.
– Add also the more alternative training in the winter, when the body gets the chance to repair itself from any flaws. The key is to maintain fitness and cross-country skiing can be a very good option.
Before each winter season, many wonder how to dress when days and nights are dark and cold.
– I usually have winter tights and a little warmer running reflective jacket or shirt with underwear shirt underneath. It is like the foundation, and then I build on how cold it is. Is it really cold, it becomes both wind panties, knickers and an extra sweater or vest over the top layer? Maybe I change even out skin layer against something that resists moisture if such snows a lot, says Annelie.
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Annelie mean that there are few things that bring so much energy to get out and move around in the fresh air, even if you feel tired and tough when it gets dark early.
How To get despite the cold and darkness – top tips:
- Spring home from work – so-called transport running. Then you decided earlier in the day and it’s getting harder to fold down for another.
- Spring with nice friends and see it as a social activity. Calm speed is good enough at the autumn session.
- Skaffa good and stylish workout clothes made with reflective fabric that can withstand all weather conditions and to keep you warm and dry. Glare and headlamp allows you shown extraordinary good.
4. Se to have something good waiting when you get home; a good dinner or a nice bath or anything that you enjoy.