5 TIPS FOR WINTER EXERCISING
The cold inclement weather of winter need not interfere with your exercise program. Here are several suggestions that will help you maintain your outdoor exercise routine, even in the coldest weather:
1) Dress with the weather in mind. In cold weather, layered clothing keeps your comfortable as your body heats up. Also wear a hat or hood to prevent loss of body heat through your head. Keep your hands and ears covered to avoid frostbite. You should also apply sunscreen on any exposed skin.
2) Warm up before you begin exercising. Take five to ten minutes to complete you stretching and warm-up routine before you go outdoors. The step becomes even more important the older you are, and the colder the weather.
3) Drink lots of water. If you exercise strenuously, try to drink water every 15 minutes. Even in cold weather, your body will become dehydrated during exercise.
4) Keep dry. You should always wear a water-repellent jacket when you are out in inclement weather. Wet clothing is not only heavy, it also robs the body of heat.
5) Move indoors on extremely cold days. Mall walking has become a very popular and inexpensive alternative to health clubs. You don’t even have to shop, just walk.
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