Staying Active in the Winter
Winter begins as a magic wonderland of snow. That only lasts until about December 26th, or maybe January 2nd, depending on the person. After that it turns into a bleak, dark, depressing string of days that get dark at 3pm and spring seems far away. Winter can wear you down mentally and physically. It’s hard to do anything when it looks like midnight by the time you get off work. That lack of activity has been shown to contribute to the winter blues. How can we stay active when the world is cold, and pitchers and catchers don’t report for another month?Here are a few ideas:
Little things do add up, for good and for bad. Take an extra lap around the kitchen before grabbing that snack. Go up and down the stairs once or twice more than you need to. Get up off the couch a few times during commercials. Those extra steps will add up more than you think.
It’s never too late to pick up a new hobby. We have some great trails in the valley to try snowshoeing, snowmobiling or dog-sled racing. Start slow and don’t compare yourself against people that are already good at it. Everybody starts somewhere. A word of caution: I strongly recommend against cross-country skiing. That’s not a professional opinion, that’s just common sense because it’s boring work with no payoff at the end.
A gym membership or fitness class is likely more affordable than you think. There are great options in the valley, and we are happy to help you find the best fit for you.
Watch my kids for a day. Seriously, they will run you into the ground and you will feel great after all that energy is burned off. Tell you what, I’ll even make that a free service. I’m just that generous.
Staying active is an important part of our health and wellness. Chiropractic care is especially important during these winter months. It can help you feel less stiff and achy on the cold mornings, and chiropractic will help you move and feel your best. Give us a call at 888-5477 to schedule an appointment or to ask any questions that you may have.
