The cold weather has been around for a while now and many people find their workouts dwindling due to lack of motivation. The gray days and dark afternoons can take a toll on our psyches, so here are some tips for winter workouts!
- Since it gets dark so much earlier, your body can begin to think that 3PM feels like 8PM, so shift your evening workouts to the morning or lunchtime so you don't skip them!
- Go out and grab some cute new layered workout clothes! You must cover up to get to and from the gym, so grab some fun hoodies and warm pants to toss on top of your garb.
- Don't let the winter months prevent you from enjoying the outdoors. Try something new: cross country skiing (rent some equipment and trek to a public golf course for some fun terrain,) take a fun run outside (don't forget to protect your head with a hat,) spend some time ice skating to burn off some calories, or even try snow shoeing through the forest preserve!
- Group exercise schedules at your gym usually change during the winter season-so try a new class!
- If you are traveling during the holiday season, scope out the fitness facilities where you are going and pack your gym shoes and workout clothes no matter what. You'd be surprised how much a week off can affect your fitness level-don't wait to find out!
- Shop! Holiday shopping can help you get moving believe it or not. Set aside one morning or afternoon, park your car far away, and walk to all of the stores for a few hours of calorie-burning shopping.
- Book personal training sessions out for the next 2 months and put them down in your calendar as permanent appointments.
I hope these tips help keep you all active this Winter, burning calories, and staying fit as a fiddle!
FOR MORE BY ASHLEY W. PETTIT, GO TO: WWW.WELLNESSINCHICAGO.COM
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