Running In The Snow...Yes It Can Be Done Safely

Although it is only October, we have already seen a couple snow storms.  In fact, my yard still has a little snow.  This brings to mind the trouble many of us have running on the roads when ice and snow become common.  I would like to give a couple traction options for running in the snow:

•STABILicers SPORT - An adjustable slip-on cleat that can be placed under a walking or running shoe to add traction.    This is a good option for walking, but not as good an option over a running shoe.  It may interfere with the ability to run as would be done without the cleats.  It does a great job, however of limiting slipping.

•Kahtoola MICROspikes  - Strategically placed steel spikes that easily slips over shoes.  This product works well in minimizing slip on packed snow or ice and allows running or walking in winter conditions. 

For a video of this product in use: see http://www.kahtoola.com/microspikes_video.html

•Yaktrax Pro -  A device that also slips on the shoes, but works much better in producing traction without the sensation of having something on the foot.  In fact, these are quite light and work well even when running at full speed.  This is the item I will be utilizing when running in the snow this year.

So best of luck continuing to run even in the cold winter months here in Utah.  Run Smart and Be Safe!


Dr Brandt R Gibson
Mountain West Foot & Ankle Institute
36 North 1100 East, Suite B
American Fork, UT 84003
801-756-0765
www.UtahFootDoc.com