Being determined to stick to my fitness goals even on ice I decided to invest in a pair of Yaktrax Run Traction Cleats.
I could use the elliptical or the treadmill at the gym but there is no substitute for the health benefits of fresh air and sunshine you get from exercising outdoors. I’ll admit it I retreat to the cardio room during the really bad storms but otherwise it’s time to hit the trail.
Few things beat the feeling of being able to hike downhill on ice with confidence and Yaktrax Run Traction Cleats are the perfect tool for the job. Designed specifically for running shoes they are just what you need to continue training on or off the road all winter long.
I use mine primarily on trails but I’ve really enjoyed using them on frozen paved park trails as well. I love the feeling of not even having to look down to see what kind of surface I’m walking on. They fit and feel great, even over a wide toe box shoe like the Altra Lone Peak.
The following specs are from the Manufacturer:
- Traction cleats designed by runners specifically to fit over running shoes allowing users to continue training in winter
- Made of combination of replaceable, 3mm carbide-steel spikes and 1.4mm stainless-steel coils to provide unbeatable traction
- Provides 360 degrees of traction on cold surfaces for all-direction stability
- Rubber foot frame with formed-toe and over-foot straps secures the runner’s foot in the device; reflective heel and side straps for safety
- Tested safe from breakage in temperatures as low as -41 degrees F; available in S, M, L, and XL sizes to fit most shoes
Don’t let the weather keep you inside, these are super easy to put on and will make it possible to get out, stay active and be safe from slipping on ice. They are also super easy to clean under running water so maintenance is effortless.
Author: Fred Ost