With sub-zero “feel like” temperatures causing misery to training blocks, this February has been one for the treadmills in NYC. Those who braved the outside — bless you.
Here’s what runners were wearing in February 2026 in NYC, whether on the tread...
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Women’s Shoes
Trending women’s running shoes in NYC in January 2026.
New to the market with a heavy ad campaign in NYC means these shoes are trending in a big way atm.
Brooks Glycerin Flex Women’s Road Running Shoes
For the second month in a row, these reign supreme as NYC’s “It Girl” runner shoe.
Women's | Nike Vomero Plus
This trend is holding strong, as well!
Women's | adidas Adizero Evo SL
Men’s Shoes
Trending women’s running shoes in NYC in January 2026.
With pop-ups and major ad campaigns around the city, the new Brooks Flex are having a moment for both men and women.
Love them or hate them, Bandit is trending this winter.
Bandit Womens AuraGrid™ Mockneck Performance Top
This top went from nowhere to everywhere in a couple of weeks. 58 people added it to their cart in the couple of minutes it took me to create this recommendation.
Tempo Ruched UV Protection Long Sleeve
Cutesy seems to be on the rise.
High Road Layer
It’s cold in NYC right now. I’m seeing a lot of long-sleeve shirts paired with jackets and/or under running vests.
Core Long-T: Women's Lightweight & Longsleeve Basic Tee
Perfect for layering over a long-sleeve shirt.
Women’s | Brooks Shield Hybrid Vest 3.0
Layer up
Women's | On Weather Insulated Jacket
For the second month in a row, this specific shirt in black
Womens Micromesh™ Long Sleeve Tee - Blacks Micromesh™ Long Sleeve Tee - Black
All the NYC runners are stocked with HEATTECH
HEATTECH Ultra Warm High Neck T-Shirt | UNIQLO US
These specific Under Armour tops
UA Vanish Cold Weather Women's ½ Zip | Under Armour
It’s cold enough that even long sleeves and running jackets aren’t cutting it. The big trend is layer upon layer upon layer.
Field Tripper Jacket
Men’s Tops
This is a unisex sweatshirt but is definitely trending for men specifically.
Cotton Fleece Abstract Grid Crewneck - Unisex, Black
If the gents are splurging on a jacket, it’s probably this one.
Bandit Resisto II™ - Waterproof Jacket in Champagne
Another very popular jacket option at the moment
Bandit Coldfront™ Jacket, Unisex - Ash
Arguably the single most popular men’s running top in the winter in NYC.
Nike Stride Men's Dri-FIT 1/4-Zip Running Top
Very popular base layer
Men's | Tracksmith Brighton Baselayer
Women’s Bottoms
The treadmill runner’s favorite, these ones seem to be rising in popularity amid the Lulu shots hate train.
Now Or Never Shorts
Full-length thermal running tights are a must. I personally struggle with some of lulu’s stuff because of the lack of pockets, but these specific running tights are everywhere you look right now.
Bandit is always a popular choice because of their innovative approach to pockets / running storage. These joggers are fantastic. I’ve only started seeing them this last week, but they’re definitely popping up now.
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Bandit Womens Superwarm™ Run Pant
Men’s Bottoms
Wallet-friendly option with a lot of hype in the city right now
DSG Men's Cold Weather Run Pants
If I see a tall man running, he’s often wearing these
Pace Breaker Jogger *Tall | Men's Joggers | lululemon
Always a fan favorite
Nike Stride Men's Dri-FIT Woven Running Pants
Perfect for cold outdoor runs
REI Co-op Swiftland Hybrid Running Pants - Men's | REI Co-op
Another great black jogger option for colder weather.
Core Pants: Lightweight & Stretchy Men’s Running Apparel | On
Socks & Accessories
When you’re covered in layers and feeling distinctly not cute, the hat helps.
Off-Duty Cap - Candy Heart Pink
This one is cheating a bit because they are only on pre-order. But they are what all the NYC runners are talking about at the moment. Gloves that let you access your watch? Brilliant.
Merino Performance Gloves, Unisex - Black
Stay warm out there
180s Degrees Behind-the-Head Adjustable Earmuffs
Can’t go wrong with these
Women's Fast and Free Fleece Running Gloves | Women's Gloves & Mittens & Cold Weather Acessories | lululemon
Are you even a male runner in NYC if you down own a Nike hat and glove set?
Nike Essential Men's Running Hat and Glove Set
While men are opting for hats, women seem to mostly be wearing ear-covering headbands.
