Winter running doesn't have to be miserable.

In this episode of Why Run Today, I sit down with running coach Jaci Wilson to break down how runners can train through winter without burning out, getting injured, or losing motivation.

We talk about:

• Why mindset is the most important winter training tool

• How to warm up properly so you don't overdress or freeze

• Dressing in layers (and how to actually figure out what works)

• Why winter is the time to forget about pace and run by effort

• Balancing running with strength training, hockey, skiing, and real life

• Whether you really need a rest day—and how to think about recovery

• When to shift from "maintenance mode" into race-specific training

• How missing one workout can turn into a dangerous habit—and how to stop it

• Treadmill vs. outdoor running (and why it doesn't have to be all-or-nothing)

• Hydration mistakes runners make in cold weather

• Why ski and mountaineering brands often beat running brands for winter gear

If winter running has ever made you question your motivation, your training plan, or your sanity—this episode will help you reset expectations, simplify your approach, and keep showing up through the hardest season of the year.

Because winter isn't about crushing workouts—it's about consistency, balance, and learning how to play again.