No-Excuses Running Gear

CW-X Insulator Endurance Pro Tights | These compression tights act as a support system of sorts for your legs, squeezing and stabilizing key muscle groups to improve circulation, regulate your stride and reduce fatigue. This winter-friendly model has windproof panels up front for blocking subzero gusts. $135, cw-x.com (Smartwool Cuffed Beanie details in next slide)

Smartwool Cuffed Beanie and Liner Glove | Wearing or removing a hat is the easiest way to manage heat during a run. The hat by Smartwool has two layers of midweight Merino for extra warmth (shown on the first slide). The gloves use a finer-knit wool that's ideal for wiping your brow with, and the index fingers and thumbs have touch-screen friendly tips, so you can reorder your playlist on the run. $28 for hat, $24 for gloves, smartwool.com

ibex Balance T | Wool might not sound like a futuristic fabric, but its natural moisture-wicking and antimicrobial properties give modern synthetics a run for their money. Ibex uses a 17.5-micron ultra-fine Merino knit blended with Lycra to create a wool shirt that's as breathable and durable as anything made in a lab. $75, ibex.com

The North Face Better Than Naked Jacket | This lightweight running jacket features body-mapped ventilation points at spots where runners tend to get the hottest (lower back, armpits) and is woven using threads embedded with microscopic particles that pull moisture from the skin and speed evaporation. A slit for a headphone cord and reflective trim visible from 360 degrees makes this perfect for long-distance trekkers. $130, thenorthface.com

Pearl Izumi P.R.O. Barrier Arm Warmer | This may sound counterintuitive, but you're going to want to shed layers when running in the cold (it's easy to underestimate how hot you get). Pair these arm warmers with a short-sleeve T for a versatile ensemble that adapts easily to your rising core temperature. They'll take you comfortably from mile one to mile 10, and from the depths of winter into spring. $50, pearlizumi.com