When the days get short and the sidewalks turn icy, it is easy to let the walks and the garden slide. A few small habits can keep you moving through the cold months, and you will thank yourself in spring.
Have an indoor plan and an outdoor plan
Decide ahead of time what you will do on a good day and on a bad day. A walk around the block when it is clear. A loop through the house, a stretch routine or a short strength session when it is not.
Dress in layers and warm up longer
Cold muscles like a slower start. Spend a few extra minutes warming up before you head out, and dress in layers you can peel off as you go.
Watch your footing
Wear shoes with good grip, take shorter steps on ice, and stay on cleared paths. If conditions look bad, move your walk indoors. A fall is not worth the miles.
Keep a simple schedule
Put your activity on the calendar like any other appointment. Ten minutes still counts. Plenty of people find it easier to stick with it when a friend or neighbor is expecting them.
Eat, drink and rest
You can get dehydrated in winter without noticing. Keep water nearby, eat regular meals, and give yourself a rest day between harder efforts.
If a topical is part of your winter routine
Some active adults like a balm as part of their after-activity wind-down. The Recovery Standard stick is easy to keep in a coat pocket or gym bag, and the Recovery Concentrate is made for massaging in at home. Both are Zero THC and every batch has a published lab report. Patch-test on a small area first, and talk to your doctor if you take medication or have a health condition.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For adults 21+.
