Looking for winter running motivation?

Here are 10 ways to hype yourself up to head out that door and get your miles in.

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Just getting out the door can take a tremendous amount of motivation.

Even the most dedicated runners often find themselves flirting with the idea of skipping a run.

But getting in the miles doesnt have to be a struggle.

Woman walking on a treadmill at the gym.

The key is hyping yourself up enough to actually make it that far.

How can I motivate myself to run when its cold?

Try some jumping jacks, jogging in place, running up and down the stairs, or burpees.

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Just dont get so sweaty indoors that youre already wet when you head outside.

Try this pre-run warmup with trainer Traci Copeland:

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Or, you’ve got the option to invent your own winter running games.

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Or tell yourself youll pick up the pace every time you see a dog.

Light layers are ideal because you might remove them as you get too hot.

When there are dicey (and icy!)

A young black woman doing post-run stretches in the park on the road amidst green grass and trees.

In fact, the treadmill can be a great training tool to help you work on your speed.

Embrace the challenging weather as a smart reason to switch things up.

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