Tips for Staying Fit When the Temperature Drops

When the weather is beautiful and warm it is sometimes easier to include physical activity into our daily lives. Going for hikes, playing games on the beach, even taking a walk around the neighborhood are all activities that fit seamlessly into our lives in the summer.

Once fall officially brings in the chill, many of us get into the trap of “hibernating for the winter” and staying indoors more than we used to. Cold weather can also cause us to eat more than we usually do, and many of the cold weather comfort foods we crave are higher in calories and fat.

What can you do to avoid getting out of shape in colder weather?

1. Learn what to eat as a member of WeightLossVillage.   Members can choose from a wide variety of online meal plans designed by Registered Dieticians.  You then get personalized weekly menus (with grocery lists) based on your calorie, dietary and lifestyle needs.  Our cutting edge tools will help track what you eat which will help you stay on track with your weight loss and health goals.

2. Check out your local gym. You’ll keep up with your workouts, and maybe even make some new friends in the process. Some gyms even offer seasonal or short-term memberships, in case you’re still planning on getting an outdoor workout when it warms back up.

3. Consider using workout videos (traditional DVDs or even YouTube videos!) that will give you that fun class atmosphere in the comfort of your own home! There is a huge variety in options as far as videos go, so think about trying something completely new (like a hip-hop workout or belly dancing) to mix things up!

4. It is easy to stick to your weight loss program no matter where you go with WeightLoss2Go™ Mobile App. The holidays can mean lots of traveling, which can interfere with your typical routine. Our app allows you to take track your eating and workouts anywhere you go!

Make a decision today to be in control of your health and fitness, even as the seasons change, with the tips above as this gives you a  leg up on the “winter weight” that many struggle with every year.

Do you have any additional cold weather fitness tips? We’d love to hear about them in the comments! write to:  teamwlv@weightlossvillage.com