How to stay active in winter months.

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1/15/2024 0 Comments

How to stay active in winter months.

Are you looking to try something new this winter? Try a snowshoe hike. Snowshoeing is a full body workout using your arms to pull yourself forward and your legs walking deep into the snow with the snowshoes. It is a low impact exercise and an upgrade to just winter walking. It requires minimal equipment like the snowshoes and the poles. The best part is, it is done outdoors.
There are many health benefits to snowshoe hike:

Fresh air after spending too much time indoors.
Purpose of getting outdoors to exercise.
Sunlight to gain more vitamin D.
Spending time with friends. :)

Tips on winter layering.

Base layer – tight thermal leggings or running tights and a thermal top. The advisable material to wear is synthetic or wool because these materials wick moisture and dry quickly. Unlike cotton material that will suck the moisture and keep cold when touching your skin.
Mid layer – helps to keep your core warm. Fleece jackets or down jackets are good to keep you warm and for the bottom, a lightweight fleece is recommended.
Outer layer – outer shell jackets and pants are good to keep you dry. Be sure they are waterproof and breathable.
Accessories – pairing with wool socks, waterproof boots/running shoes with removable cleats, waterproof gloves, wool hat to keep you warm from head to toe. Don’t forget reflector vests or bright colored vests over the jacket for maximum visibility. For extra protection and to keep the sun and wind out of your eyes, throw on your sunglasses.

These tips on winter/cold weather layering are recommended to all outdoor activities like, hiking, snowboarding, skating, tobogganing, cross country skiing, ice fishing to name a few. If you are looking to try winter or summer outdoor activity tours, visit our friend from EMBARK AND EXPLORE : Explore the beauty of Manitoba today Guided Day Hikes, Workshops and Certification Courses.

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