6 Fun Ways to Stay Fit This Winter
The thought of doing every exercise sesh over the next few months inside a sweaty gym doesn’t exactly get you pumped for winter workouts . So head outdoors—really! These creative ways to stay fit in the cold are WAY more enjoyable than another trip up the StairMaster. Take Up a Winter Sport Just because you can’t play beach volleyball right now doesn’t mean you can’t get sporty in the winter. Try snowboarding or skiing (the downhill or the cross-country variety). And don’t forget your helmet ! Have a Snowball Fight Could there ever be a more fun way to break a sweat in the wintertime? Nope. While pelting snowballs isn’t necessarily the most hardcore outdoor workout ever, "snow is heavy for your feet, so the muscles on your legs are getting worked just running around trying to dodge a snowball," says Monica Nelson , American Council on Exercise-certified fitness expert. Go Running Don’t let the chilly temps stop you from logging miles outside! As long ...