Since I was hampered by the Nor’easter this past week, I begin to wonder if I lived in an area that got a foot of snow regularly during the winter how could I safely remain active.
Diabetes Forecast published a great article, 9 Tips for Effective Winter Workout, on this topic:
Winter’s notorious for putting even our best-laid fitness plans on ice. The chill tempts us to forgo the gym in favor of warm blankets and a cup of hot cocoa. And bulky fabrics and layers of clothing are more forgiving than bathing suits and shorts when it comes to carrying a few extra pounds. But even if it’s harder to force your body into action, it’s necessary. Aside from trimming waistlines, exercise helps lower blood glucose, which is especially useful during a season that has the highest A1C levels of the year. Read entire article.
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