Episode 271: Running in Extreme Cold: Why It Feels Hard and How to Deal with It

If winter miles feel disproportionately hard, you’re not imagining it. Extreme cold changes how your body works and it’s easy to lose confidence in your training.

In this episode, we break down why running in cold temperatures feels harder, even when fitness hasn’t changed. We explore the physiological reasons and how to adjust training intelligently in extreme cold without derailing your plan or forcing paces that don’t make sense. We cover smart modifications for long runs, marathon pace work, and speed sessions, including when to shift to effort-based training, slow paces appropriately, or move workouts indoors for safety.

If you’re training for a marathon in cold weather and wondering how to adapt without second-guessing yourself, this episode will help you stay smart, fueled, and on track.

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