Friday, February 17, 2012

How To Keep Active In The Winter - 5 Great Tips

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By Marsha Henway


With winter coming there will be lots of cold days that simply make people want to stay inside and keep warm. All those days that are spent indoors will generally be accompanied by the winter blues. Fortunately, there are a lot of things one can do to liven things up and keep themselves active in the winter even if it is a bit chilly outside. The following five tips will help you have an active winter and finally beat the winter blues.

Tip 1. Try Yoga or Pilates If you take Yoga or Pilates at your local gym, then you will be able to get out and about, tone up your muscles, and also meet new people. If you want to stay active and in shape over the winter so when summer bathing suit season arrives you will be prepared, then this is a great way to do so.

Tip Number 2. Try to Take a Bike Ride A bike ride is fun any time of the year and can be especially enjoyable during the winter because the cool air is refreshing. All you have to do is remember to bundle up before heading out on your winter bike ride so you do not get too cold or risk overexposure to the cold weather.

Tip Three. How about Taking a Walk You should go for a walk since this is always a great way to get yourself in motion. It doesn't matter if it is a slow leisurely walk or a brisk one you will get benefits from walking and being active. Also, walking during the winter will help you burn some of those calories you might be eating more of.

Tip Number 4. Try Having Weekly Meeting with Friends When you schedule a weekly meeting with friends whether at a coffee shop or alternating friends' homes, this is considered as a really a great way to stay active in winter and have a lot of fun as well. You will find yourself looking forward to each meeting with your friends.

Tip 5. Plant a Winter Garden Of course, there is no reason why you should stop just because the temperature drops if you like to be active in the garden in the spring and summer. A great idea to keeping active in winter is to plant a winter garden. No matter what you region, there are a lot of things you can plant so just do a little research on a winter garden for your region and you can have a really active winter.




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