30 day shorts and t-shirt morning run challenge

So in the northern hempisphere, it's getting cold. And that means, for people who enthusiastically follow the wisdom of people like Wim Hof... now is the best time to practice cold exposure. A daily cold exposure routine will invigorate you, strengthen your immune system, sharpen your mind and, if you have trouble waking up in the morning, a morning run in the frigid cold is a much better way to wake yourself up than any sort of coffee you could drink.

So, that being said, I am challenging myself, and all of you as well, to take on the 30 day shorts and t-shirt morning run challenge. That means that, instead of getting bundled up in a winter jacker, putting on your sweats, and wearing gloves and hats... you will go out into the cold in nothing but a t-shirt, shorts and shoes. If you want to get more extreme, you can dispense with the shirt, if you are a guy, or wear just a sports bra, if you are a gal. For 30 days. Let the exercise warm you up, not your clothing.

Of course you need to be smart about this. Might want to take some gloves with you in case your hands start getting numb. And if you aren't used to running in the cold, you should only run a short distance from your home before turning back. Don't give yourself frostbite, please. Also, don't try to run in icy conditions. If there is ice on your path in the morning... stay home.

For extra points, you can end your cold morning run with an equaly cold shower!

So who's with me? Who wants to take up the cold morning run challenge!

Please note: if you take up this challenge, you do so at your own risk. I disclaim any responsibility for frozen limbs, hypothermia, or any health conditions resulting from extreme exposure to the cold. I also disclaim any responsbility for broken limbs, fractures or any other health conditions resulting from trying to run in icy conditions. Be smart, listen to your body, don't push it beyond its limits.

Runners:
@matthewmammothrept

 

I'm on for the running part, but as the temperature was -4°C (25°F) this morning and tomorrow it's gonna get down to -10°C (14°F), I'm gonna wear at least running jacket and double-spandex at the bottom. And a hat. And warm mittens.