Whether you are skiing, snowshoeing, walking the dog, building a snowman with family, or even shoveling your driveway, keep these tips in mind:
- Being outdoors in colder weather can be refreshing and help you feel more awake!
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Outdoor activities in winter allows opportunities to get doses of sunlight which helps you get some vitamin D to improve mood and avoid the winter blues.
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Outdoor exercise is a great way to boost your immunity during cold and flu season ~ Just a few minutes a day can help prevent simple infections both bacterial and viral, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- Stay Hydrated! Even during winter months although it is cold outside, it is still important to drink plenty of water while being physically active.
If winter weather prevents you from getting exercise outside, don't give up!
There is plenty you can do indoors - no gym required. Try these indoor activities:
- Home workout routine
- Dancing
- Active housework like vacuuming and sweeping
- Mall walking
- Bowling as a family
- Yoga or other fun group activities
- Stair climbing
- And many more!
Being active is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.
Physical activity is both fun and healthy!
