Healthy Habits – Tips For Keeping Active In Cold Weather

Try A Winter Sport

If you’re a competitive type, why not try a new winter sport? From skiing to snowshoeing, there are many great options that burn mega calories and put a whole new twist on your cold-weather workout plans. Even if you want to stay inside try an indoor soccer league.

Stay Home

Getting to the gym can be more of a hassle when it is cold outside, but that shouldn’t stop you from getting some exercise. Instead, work out at home, where’s it’s cozy and warm. Pop in a new workout DVD, invest in some fitness equipment or even just use your body weight. exercising at home can be a convenient solution to staying on track. And the best part about working out from your own home is you can do it in your pajamas while blasting whatever music you want.

Get In The Pool 

Swimming is a great way to build stamina and stay conditioned through the winter. Try a water-aerobics class or swimming some laps, you’ll see the benefits right away.

Be Flexible 

The Change of the season is a great time to change up your workout, try doing yoga or pilates. On frosty days, doing step-ups on the bottom step of your staircase can give you a good cardio workout. Even better, add some resistance training with bands or your own body weight. If you’re struggling to fit workouts into the short winter days, remember you don’t have to do it all at once. Arent said getting your heart rate up for 10 minutes in three sessions over the course of the day yields fitness benefits.