In New York City, we’re just getting our first taste of cold weather and I know many parts of the country have already felt a chilly blast. For fans of outdoor winter sports and activities, that means finding ways to stay warm now that the mercury has dropped.

One of my favorite ways to stay warm during outdoor activities is to layer on warmth with Cuddl Duds. If you’re not familiar with Cuddl Duds, it’s the nation’s top selling warm underwear brand, offering long underwear leggings and snug fitting tanks and tees all made to layer in super soft fabrics.

From temperature regulating Cuddl Duds Climatesmart tops and bottoms to sweat-wicking and breathable Cuddl Duds Activewear, adding a layer of Cuddl Duds to your outfit can help you stay warm so you don’t have to head in with the “I’m cold” excuse before the fun is over. Here’s how to dress warm for winter step-by-step:

How to Dress Warm for a Winter Run

Even though it’s cold, you’ll surely sweat when you run so the key to staying warm is to choose moisture-wicking fabrics.

1. Wool socks
2. Cuddl Duds Activewear Midweight Long Pant
3. Sports Bra
4. Cuddl Duds Activewear Midweight Crew Neck Long Sleeve
5. Zip-Up Fleece
6. Glove liners or thin fleece mittens
7. Wool hat or ear band

*For temps below 30 degrees add wind pants, a windbreaker and a neck gaitor.

How to Dress Warm for a Winter Sports

Downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating are only fun if you’re not freezing, but you can turn up the heat deep beneath your outwear just enough to keep you warm until you get moving.

1. Wool socks
2. Cuddl Duds Activewear Lightweight Long Pant
3. Waterproof Snow Pant
4. Cuddl Duds Activewear Lightweight Crew Neck Long Sleeve
5. Fleece pullover
6. Lightweight jacket or softshell
7. Wool hat
8. Mittens or gloves

How to Dress Warm for a Winter Walk

Whether you’re walking your dog or simply using your own two feet to get from here to there, the key is to stay warm on the go, and not overheat once you get to your destination.

1. Wool socks
2. Cuddl Duds Climatesmart Long Pant
3. Jeans
4. Cuddl Duds Climatesmart V-Neck Short Sleeve
5. Wool sweater
6. Winter jacket
7. Scarf
8. Hat
9. Mittens or gloves

How to Dress Warm for a Sledding with Your Family

As you’re bundling up your little ones, don’t forget to bundle up yourself because you know you’ll end up taking a few snowy spills together before you head in for hot chocolate.

1. Wool socks
2. Cuddl Duds Activewear Lightweight Long Pant
3. Waterproof Snow Pant
4. Cuddl Duds Climatesmart Mock Neck Long Sleeve
5. Waterproof winter jacket
6. Scarf
7. Wool hat or ear band
8. Mittens