Don't Hibernate - Staying Active in the Cold

It’s never too difficult to think of reasons to abandon your workout routine. This is especially true during the winter months, when the temperatures drop, the sky turns dark, and the wind seems to start pushing you back indoors to the warmth of your couch. Health experts urge, however, that exercise should be incorporated into your everyday routine, no matter the weather.   

“The advantages of regular exercise are too great to be put on hold when workouts become inconvenient, especially during colder months,” explains Dr. Joseph Giaimo, DO, an osteopathic board certified internal medicine physician. “People who exercise reduce their risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, certain cancers, diabetes and osteoporosis.”     

In addition to these benefits, Dr.Giaimo adds that exercising can help with the winter blues as well. “Regular workouts will improve your mood, increase your energy level and help you sleep better at night,” he says.

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