With the sun setting earlier and the cold nights brewing, winter is right around the corner. Prepare for the cold weather today at Soccer Post!
Grab yourself a pair of gloves before you hit the field. Playing with cold or numb fingers is not ideal as it may distract you from your play and make throw-ins more difficult. Grab a good pair of gloves like the Nike Therma-FIT gloves or the adidas Tiro League gloves.
The perfect jacket for cold weather. These hip-length jackets offer different types of insulations, depending on the brand and many have water repellent technology. They will keep you warm on the sidelines or during warm-ups. Parkas are typically more expensive than a regular jacket you wear on the sidelines, with prices getting as high as $250, but worth every penny as they will ensure you stay warm and ready to jump in the game.
Base Layers
Layering up in the cold is important, which is why investing in base layers for the top and bottom of your body is always good.
For the top, a tight compression shirt will keep you warmer with thin stretchy fabric that traps a layer of air against your skin. Compression gear will help with temperature regulation which can help keep your muscles from straining in the cold weather. This type of garment will keep you warm, but not to the point where you overheat like wearing heavier fabrics.
Similar to the top of your body, tight compression pants will be your best friend in cold weather. With the same perks as a tight compression shirt, these pants are going to give you the best opportunity to play in the winter weather with extra protection for your muscles. Some brands even use sweat-wicking technologies to keep you dry in different weather conditions.
Rain Jackets and Windbreakers
Some winter days will be cold, but not cold enough for a parka. Rain Jackets and WindBreakers will come in handy for those rainy and windy days.
Rain Jackets are a necessity when playing soccer because you never know the weather you will be getting during the season. During the winter season, playing in the rain and cold weather can lead to injuries and sickness. Buy a rain jacket before the season so you are ready for the elements.
Windbreakers do exactly what you think they would do. They keep the wind from getting to you and sending a chill down your body. These jackets will keep you warm on the days where the wind is picking up quicker than usual but typically don’t offer waterproof fabrics like a rain jacket
Neck warmers are good for more than just keeping you warm. Wearing this type of gear will protect you from different weather conditions while also keeping your neck muscles warm. Neck injuries are nothing to joke around about, keeping your muscles warm in the cold weather is vital. Similar to base layers, some of these snoods have sweat-wicking technologies to keep your neck dry, warm and comfortable.
Keep those ears warm with a fleece headband while playing. Although these aren’t used by everyone and might not be considered a necessity in winter weather gear, they are helpful in those cold nights where the wind is whipping through the field.
Extra Winter Weather Gear
Anything that can give you an extra layer of warmth in these upcoming winter days will be helpful. This includes sweatshirts, sweatpants, winter jackets, fleece jackets, beanies, scarves and track jackets.
Beat the cold and grab everything you need before the weather hits to make sure you are ready to play to your best ability!
Shop cold weather gear today at Soccer Post!
