Obviously some people continue outdoor workouts no matter what the weather. If you're one of those people, more power to you. If you're not, getting out occasionally can lift your spirits, even if it's cold outside.
Plan to get outside at least once every couple of weeks or so and make it more comfortable by using these tips for staying warm and dry:
1. Dress in layers. Wearing layers allows you stay warm while giving you the option to remove layers as you get warm. For very cold weather, you might choose clothes with sweat-wicking qualities such as CoolMax.
2. Avoid the wind. Start your walk into the wind so you will finish with it at your back. Other things that will make your outside journey better are selecting routes that are sheltered from the wind where possible and that are cleared of snow or ice or do not have standing puddles or mud slicks.
3. Consider getting a personal trainer. Working out with a personal trainer nyc will keep you focus and you will finish your workout faster when the weather is very cold.
4. Warm up inside. Getting outside in the cold is much easier if you're already warm. Try throwing your clothes in the dryer, running your hands under warm water or even getting a good 10-minute warm up in before you head outside.
I don't train with a nyc personal trainer, but my personal trainer has me doing certain exercises outside to switch it up. I can only image how cold it would be in nyc this time of year working. Working out in colder weather actually burns more calories when you think about it, because your body has to work harder to get the blood flowing.
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