Most Popular Cardio Activity Voted on BroncoFit

Running!

Running was voted #1 for favourite cardio exercise by BroncoFit readers. Followed by Walking & Swimming. So for all you runners out there, I've listed the top 10 tips to keep you going strong this winter season (for outdoor runners).

1) Avoid cotton clothing. When cotton gets wet, it stays wet, and wet clothes next to the skin in cold temperatures is a very bad combination. Synthetics specifically designed for moisture transport are the most comfortable and safe clothing choices.

2) Keep a mental log of your clothing and how it worked in what conditions. Remember: what you wear on your run at -10C will not be the same as your 10th run at that same temp. You'll be running faster as your season progresses.

3) Don't overdress; if you dress too warmly, you will sweat too much and that will backfire on you no matter what type of clothing you have no. You should be cold before you star your run, and it should probably take up to 10 minutes of running to get a bit of swear on.

4) Whenever possible, run into the wind at the start of your run so you have a tail wind on the return trip.

5) Guys, wear your wind briefs! Running underwear with a wind panel on the front will help keep you comfortable.

6) Don't forget to hydrate. Just because it's cold outside and you don't feel your sweat as much, does not mean you can skip the hydration and fueling aspect of your runs. As you dehydrate, your body becomes more sensitive to cold temperatures.

7) Learn to adjust your effort; run harder or easier to control your core temp to make sure you stay warm, or don't sweat too much.

8) Watch out for frostbite on your exposed skin, as well as that of your running buddies. At the same time, our skin is tough and can handle a lot more than we sometimes give credit for.

9) Wear reflective clothing and/or headlights when running in the dark.

10) Misery loves company, and there is a good potential for some miserable days, so run with a buddy! This will also help to motivate you and make sure you get out, as well as increase your safety.