
Coach Bennett's Podcast Winter Is Coming. Get Ready To Run It.
Nov 20, 2025
Winter is upon us, and it's time to embrace the chill! Coach Bennett discusses how to get into the winter groove, using Madonna's classic as motivation. He emphasizes the importance of choosing the right gear for unpredictable weather. Tune into the value of treadmills when outdoor runs become risky. Explore new training methods, like indoor sports and strength work, to keep things fresh. Plus, learn how to redefine success and stay inspired by involving friends and volunteering. Let's make the most of winter running!
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Adapt Goals To The Winter Groove
- Adjust your goals and mindset for winter instead of trying to run a summer or spring schedule in cold months.
- Zoom out and set realistic seasonal purposes to avoid getting lost in training minutiae.
Buy One High‑Impact Piece Of Gear
- Identify the single most consequential winter gear for your climate and invest in it as a long‑lasting item.
- Use reflective add‑ons if darkness, not cold, is your primary winter hazard.
A Jacket That Lasted Years
- Coach Bennett recounts a jacket from 2014 that became his go‑to winter running piece for over a decade.
- That jacket simplified layering and consistently kept him comfortable across many seasons.



