6 Essentials For Your Cold Weather Workout

It might be freezing outside but don’t let the gloomy weather put you off training outdoors.

Exercising in the cold has been proven to help you burn more calories, strengthen your heart and train your body to use oxygen more efficiently.

So, throw on some of these gorgeous items, from running tops to leggings and get out there!

1. Saucony Run Strong Sportop

Perfect for cold weather, this thermal soft and lightweight long-sleeved top is an ideal base layer. Cosy and vibrant, it features reflective detailing – so you can be seen at night – and is moisture wicking. Available in pink, black and blue.

£65 / $88  saucony.com

2. K-Way Le Vrai Claude 3.0 Pac a Mac

This classic lightweight full zip mac is a unisex water-resistant, breathable, windbreaker with a pac-a-way side pocket. It has a new fabric and elastic drawcords on the bottom and on the hood. Available in a variety of colors.

£75 / $102 k-way.co.uk

3. Lululemon Cool Racerback II Top

Specially designed for yoga this sleek, lightweight top lets you move without restriction and has a racerback cut for full range of movement. It includes added Lycra® fiber for stretch and shape retention. Available in a range of colors, it’s perfect for layering up.

£35 lululemon.co.uk | $48 lululemon.com

4. Grove OW fit Leggings

Cold weather doesn’t have to mean dull patterns. Embellished with an energizing print, these leggings are ideal for training in or out of the gym. The colorful fabric uses dry technology to allow your body to breathe during your most intense workouts.

£65 ow-fit.com  (not available in the US)

5. Osprey Tempest 20 Rucksack

Offering an impressive women’s specific fit, this has an ergonomically shaped hipbelt, harness, yoke and mesh-covered accordion foam backpanel, providing an even more comfortable carrying experience. Perfect if your winter adventures are taking you further afield. Other features include trekking pole and bike helmet attachments and compression straps. Available in blue, black, magenta and green.

£90 ospreyeurope.com (not available in the US)

6. Magic Body Fashion Yoga Tee and Crop Pants

 This t-shirt and pants combo is designed especially for yoga. They’re made from stretchy, seamless and ultra-soft fabric. This allows you to bend and move around fluidly without feeling constrained. Both items are suitable for other sports activities, too.

Tee: £21 | Pants: £26.50 magicbodyfashion.com (not available in the US)

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