THE BENEFITS OF AN ACTIVE WINTER Here are four great reasons to layer up and get outside this winter: Boost Your Mood The winter blues are real. Less socializing, less exercise, less vitamin D. Getting outside and doing something active will help release mood-boosting hormones that fight seasonal depression. Up Your Conditioning Exercising in cold weather gets your blood pumping and lungs burning — in a good way! Cold air causes your blood vessels to narrow, which challenges your circulatory and respiratory systems to improve performance. Kickstart Your Metabolism Going outside in the cold sends a message to your body that it's time to fire up the metabolism, which helps make cold-weather exercise extra efficient at burning those fat reserves. Stay On Track It's hard to stay fit during cold winters. Finding activities that get you outside and exercising (no matter what the temperature) will keep you motivated throughout the winter and help you head into next summer feeling your best. |