9 waterproof pieces under £40 to easily upgrade your winter walks
From walking boots and Sweaty Betty leggings to headphones, these budget-friendly buys can help you keep your step streak as the weather turns
After a seemingly endless summer, winter is well and truly on its way in the UK. We've swapped shorts for workout leggings and hiking trousers, and dug raincoats out of wardrobes for the first time in a while.
Walking in summer, as a workout or for pleasure, is as simple as finding your headphones and heading out the door. In winter, it needs a little more planning. If you're anything like me, you've realised you're very unprepared for the change of seasons.
I've gathered a selection of simple upgrades for autumn and winter. Budget-friendly, comfort-boosting, waterproof buys to refresh your walking wardrobe, come rain or shine.
These waterproof walking boots from Mountain Warehouse caught our attention, fitting right in with this season's leopard print activewear collections. Now 50% off in the autumn sale!
If a pair of waterproof walking shoes isn't on your shopping list, breathable waterproof socks are your next best option for keeping the rain away and your feet dry.
If trainers are more your speed, Karrimor's waterproof options include the Caracal. This one is designed for unpredictable weather and terrain, whether in the countryside or the city.
Our pick of the best workout leggings comes in a fleece-lined version for winter. Just as smooth and easy to move in, these Vital Seamless leggings stay breathable while keeping you warm on the move.
This lightweight waterproof jacket not only folds away for easy carrying, its cinched hem makes it easy to turn the full-length fit into a fashionable cropped one.
We all know the difference a pair of gloves can make when the temperature truly drops! These from Sealskinz combine a fluffy sherpa outer layer with a fully waterproof design.
We all know a hot drink works wonders in the cold. Have your coffee then store the (leakproof) cup away from the wind and rain in your bag by folding it down.
Your music and podcasts are safe from heavy rain and sweat in these exercise headphones, which come in a few colours and have 7.5 hours of life between charges.
With interchangeable accessories and secret pockets, this water-resistant dog walking bag makes fishing out treats and poo bags all the more efficient, saving you time in the cold and/or rain.
Should the cold weather not appeal this winter, there are plenty of ways to reap the benefits of walking from your own home. I did 10,000 steps at home last year, making the most of my walking pad for a full-body workout in the warm.
