About.com Health: Stay Active In the Cold

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Just because the mercury's dropping doesn't mean you have to stay cooped up inside all day. If the outdoors is where you thrive and get your exercise, carry on with your fresh air workout year-round by layering up, protecting your extremities from the elements, and staying smart (a severe cold-weather advisory may actually call for hunkering down). Step out and embrace the chill. Protect Yourself Wearing a hat and gloves, knowing when to take it easy to avoid a pulled muscle, and continuing to wear sunscreen (UV rays aren't heat-exclusive) are just a few of these 14 Cold Weather Safety Tips. Surviving the Cold With Osteoarthritis Winter Weather Safety For People With Dementia Search Related Topics:  winter running  cold weather running  winter running clothes Get Layered Up Depending on the activity, you may need to wear 3 layers when you head out: a base, mid and outer layer. The 3 Optimal Layers and Their Functions How To Protect Your Feet In the Cold Don't Get Caught With Frostbite! Search Related Topics:  weather  sports safety  gear | clothing Find the Best Cold-Weather Walking Wear Whether you're going out for a quick stroll or an hours-long hike, Walking Wendy will protect you from the wind, snow and rain with this Complete Guide To Cold-Weather Walking. Top 10 Winter Walking Hats Choose the Best Routes For a Nippy Walk Search Related Topics:  cold weather walking  layering clothing  walking clothing Make Winter Runs More Bearable OK, so maybe heading out for a run when it's 25 degrees isn't as pleasant as when it's 60. Fortunately, our running expert Christine knows how to power through that painful first mile with these 5 Cold Weather Running Rules. Running in the Cold Can Even Be Enjoyable With These 8 Tips Bundle Up Properly For a Brisk Run Search Related Topics:  winter running  cold weather exercise  running apparel Related Searches Health Care Policy Good Health Plan Child Mental Health Health Clinics Health Insurers Featured Articles Keep Your Kids Safe in the Cold The Dangers of Sidestream Smoke 4 Easy Wrist-Strengthening Exercises The Best Winter Activities For Your Family How To Treat a Smashed Finger Medication-Free Cold and Flu Relief   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement