Baby It's Cold Outside.

Baby it’s cold outside.




In the winter months, many people don’t know how to stay in shape. Those who have stayed inside to keep away from the bitter cold will discover that they have gained weight, and will regret it once bathing suit season comes around. Those pounds could have simply been kept off with the right exercise and a healthy diet.

The major reason people don’t want to go outside during winter is because it’s too cold. Even though it’s cold outside, doesn’t mean everyone has to hibernate like bears. It is incredibly important to stay active during the coldest months of the year, mostly because we eat more during the winter due to being inside so much. To keep off those extra pounds, something as simple as a walk after lunch (it is best to go out walking while the sun is still out) can help your body stay healthy and lean. When going on an after-lunch walk, there are some important things to keep in mind. The chilly weather tightens muscles and makes them prone to injury, so it is important to warm up before heading out doors. The best way to prepare for the harsh weather is to bundle up. Coats, scarves, and boots should be worn at all times while outside. It is important to take things slow so you don’t sweat. When you sweat, it gets your clothes moist and eventually, they will freeze, making you even chillier. When you first get back into your nice, warm home, don’t start stripping off your layers straight away. Post exercise Hypothermia is possible and happens when your body rapidly loses its heating stores. Drink plenty of water while exercising. Although you may not feel thirsty, it is as important to stay hydrated in winter as it is in the summer.

If going outside still gets to you, there are a few alternative ways you can stay warm and exercise during the winter season. Every town has a mall or some kind of large store in which you can walk for unlimited amounts of time. A common way the pounds are kept off year long is going to gyms. If you do not want to pay for a gym membership, walking up and down the stairs for twenty minutes is a vigorous cardio workout.

Even if you’re not into working out or walking, you can just trim your diet to healthy foods. Vegetables are going to be expensive in the winter months, but it will be better for you in the long run. Buy a head of lettuce, some tomatoes, and dressing to make a healthy salad, instead of buying fatty chips and cookies. Cutting out soda will drastically cut weight. Having hot chocolate instead of coffee in the morning is an excellent way to keep off pounds.

More information on how to stay fit during the winter months can be found at:

• Mayoclinic.com

• Sideroad.com

• And in books at your local library.