Lycra running pants or sweat pants work well. Fleece is also a good choice for vests, jackets and pants. The object is to keep legs and leg muscles warm but also allow heat to disperse. Light gloves or mittens should be worn to keep your hands warm and to keep them from getting wet and cold. Potential for Injury Pants tucked into the top of skates can cut off circulation when skates are laced too tight to accommodate the added bulk.
Scarves can fall off and get caught under skate blades causing the skater or others to fall.
Laces tied around the ankle can come undone and get caught under blades, causing a fall. Stretching Muscles should be stretched after they have been warmed up. Warm muscles are less likely to be injured when stretching. Beginning skaters should warm up before stretching with an activity that creates a feeling of warmth, such as walking briskly. For seasoned skaters, a few times around the rink should provide an adequate warm-up.