Quick & Easy Tips To Stay Active This Winter
I don’t know about you but I am definitely not a winter person (I rather be bathing in the sun!). The winter months can feel long and a bit dreadful (sunset at 4-5pm…). With busy schedules, it’s easy to let fitness fall to the bottom of your priority list—especially during the cold, dark months of January and February. However, you don’t need hours at the gym to stay active. Here are some quick and easy workouts that can fit into your hectic (& cold) day.
10-minute full-body workouts: Try short, high-intensity circuits that work your whole body, like a combination of jumping jacks, squats, push-ups, and mountain climbers. A 10-minute burst of movement is enough to get your heart rate up and boost your energy.
Desk exercises: If you’re working from home or sitting at a desk, take short breaks every hour to do simple exercises like seated leg lifts, stretches, or standing calf raises.
Walk: If you don’t have time for a full workout, try adding more walking to your day. A brisk 10-20 minute walk after meals can improve digestion, boost energy, and clear your mind.
Short yoga or stretching sessions: Start your morning with a quick 5-minute yoga flow or stretch to wake up your body and mind. This can help reduce stiffness and prepare you for the day ahead.
Embrace the cold (Brrrr!): Winter offers a great opportunity to diversify your workout routine, as the cold weather presents a different environment that can be exciting and stimulating.
Outdoor Running or Hiking: Winter landscapes can be breathtakingly beautiful. Trail running or hiking in the snow or through frosty forests can provide an added challenge compared to warmer weather, giving you a new form of cardiovascular training that also targets stability and coordination.
Winter Sports: Snowboarding, skiing, ice skating, and snowshoeing offer fantastic cross-training opportunities to break the monotony of typical gym workouts.
Staying active in January and February doesn’t have to take hours out of your day. By incorporating short, easy workouts and finding ways to move throughout the day, you’ll stay healthy and energized even with a busy schedule.