01/04/2026
Walking or running in snow requires lifting your foot higher, landing with the ball of the foot and making shorter steps.
In this activity you fully engage your core muscles as you need to keep in balance.
You also need to swing your arms harder in different directions. These are fundamental differences from cross country skiing as you involve almost all your muscles.
An added benefit is that walking/running in snow is easier for the joints than running on bare terrain.
•tip 1: Use gaters to avoid having snow in your socks
•tip 2: Avoid using boots if you’re a beginner.
Note:
Usually running in snow is a quiet and smooth process. The horse's hooves striking sound that you hear in this video is because there is a thick crust of ice underneath that breaks with every step.