Thrift Shop (or the Back of Your Closet)
Media Platforms Design Team Make like Macklemore and "pop some tags" at your local thrift store. You can find old hoodies, sweatpants, jeans, and more for bargain prices. Can't make it to your local shop? Just dive into the depths of your closet for items you haven't touched in years. Most races will collect clothes left at the start to donate to charity.
Bath Robe
Media Platforms Design Team This easy-to-ditch option keeps your core--and your butt--protected from the cold until you're ready to disrobe.
Pajamas
Media Platforms Design Team Roll out of bed, pull on your race gear, and pop on an old set of PJs to stay cozy and snug prerace
Space Blanket
Media Platforms Design Team Don't dump those foil blankets you get at most finish lines. Stash it at home or in your trunk for use when you need it. It doesn't matter if it's before or after the race--they're designed to retain warmth!
Blankets
Media Platforms Design Team We think this option is pretty self-explanatory, but just because it's old doesn't mean it can't keep you heated until you dump it.
Sleeping Bag
Media Platforms Design Team Roll out of bed, pull on your race gear, and pop on an old set of PJs to stay cozy and snug prerace
Trash Bags
Media Platforms Design Team Stay warm and dry with a garbage bag that can double as a poncho. Cut a hole in the bottom for your head and two on the sides for your arms, and voilà, instant rain jacket. (Watch a demonstration
here). Even if the forecast doesn't call for precipitation, bring one to sit on in case the ground is damp.
Towels
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DIY Arm Warmers
Media Platforms Design Team Roll out of bed, pull on your race gear, and pop on an old set of PJs to stay cozy and snug prerace
Roll out of bed, pull on your race gear, and pop on an old set of PJs to stay cozy and snug prerace
Roll out of bed, pull on your race gear, and pop on an old set of PJs to stay cozy and snug prerace