4 Fab Ways to Beat the Winter Workout Blues #sponsored @aliilifestyle
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We all know that exercising is a great way to enhance your mood, reduce stress, prevent diseases, look your best, and teach your kids a healthy lifestyle. Downtown Chicago is a popular area in the summer for anyone looking to get plenty of exercise. From visiting Buckingham Fountain to inline skating along Navy Pier, it’s a beautiful atmosphere.
However, when Old Man Winter sets in, the city starts coming to a halt. Not only does the sun set earlier, but have you experienced that Chicago Winter Hawk? With that said, I’d like to introduce four fab ways to beat the winter workout blues.
1. Get Warm Before Heading Out
It’s time to get nice and warm. Before going out, hit about 10 minutes of cardio inside. This will help get the blood pumping and your mind set to workout.
2. Stay Hydrated
I particularly hate water! Don’t ask me why, but I do. When I’m thirsty or dehydrated, I can guzzle down bottled water though. However, I find that making delicious fruit-infused flavor water is not only affordable, but a tasty way to get my intake.
Just keep a pitcher in your fridge filled with ice, water, and your favorite fruit blends. To make any beverage extra fresh, throw in a few slices of basil or mint (slicing them releases the flavor). Then, whenever you work out, fill your trusty water bottle, and you’re ready for hydration anytime! Try these combinations:
- Strawberry, lemon, and basil
- Raspberry and orange
- Lemon, orange, and cucumber
- Strawberry and lime
- Mango and lime
- Lime and mint
3.Team Up with Your Girls
I find that I’m just not always motivated to workout. However, when I’m with my girlfriends, we can knock out any type of exercise without even noticing. From jogging, to kickboxing, to dancing the night away, there are all sorts of activities we can do that are fun and stimulating.
4. Look Good While You Perform
I also must admit that there have been a few times that some youngin’ has run past me, and all eyes were on her!
Hey, I still like to be noticed!
So for those occasions when you’re not alone working out, you can feel your best, by looking your best.
Nobody said workout clothing had to be dull sweat suits. You want to wear more fitting clothing than loose. The reason, so your body can retain the heat better! Then, top off with a nice hat, thin insulated gloves, and wind jacket.
A great outfit can be a fashionable long sleeve tunic with gloss sleeve inserts (something similar to club attired if you ask me). This shirt, for example, is long sleeves, perfect to keep you warm. It’s a super soft fabric that feels great against your skin, which means it won’t cling as you sweat. It hugs your hips and looks great with leggings or crop pants. Score!
These four tips are excellent for outdoor or indoor workout routines. So get dressed, get your friends, and be prepared to keep that fabulous shape all winter long.
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I go to the gym, all year long, so the weather outside doesn’t stop me at all 🙂
Great tips, thanks for sharing! These will come in handy for all those people who make getting into shape a goal for the new year!
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Living in Wisconsin I know how important it is to get out and get moving during the long winters. When the icy wind blows over Lake Michigan – it is chilly!
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I love fruit infused water. I can handle water straight, but so much better with fruit.
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Thanks for these great tips! I have to admit that I have been in a cold weather slump lately and haven’t been exercising regularly. I know I need to get back at it!
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Love the idea of warming up before going out. It’s freezing here in the morning and I can’t get into my jog bc of it.. from now on, I’ll try your tip to see if it helps loosen me up prior to leaving my house.
I have become such a wimp when it comes to excercising outside. Thanks for the tips I know the sun is so good fro you.
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A friend has been inviting me to her run group which meets at 5:15 am. I have yet to make it. These tips inspire me.
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I love fruit infused water. Never thought about putting mint in it too. I will have to try that.
Oh those water combinations sound amazing. I do not like plain water, this is a great way to spruce it up.
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I love the water infusion ideas. I will be doing this for the new year to increase my water intake!
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Great tips. I try to always keep water with me when I walk to keep hydrated even when it’s cooler.
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I like to infuse my water with strawberries. It is so helpful to get me to drink it!
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My daughter runs outdoors so I know this would be valuable info for her. I need to make sure she’s wearing the right gear!
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This post would be a good read for so many people in my town… so many outdoor athletes here!
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Oh man, I need to get back to working out and these are some great tips to help me get motivated in the cold months!
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Good workout tips to get people to keep moving during the winter months. I agree working out with friends can be encouraging as well as fun.
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These are great tips and ideas. Thanks so much for these to help me beat the winter workout blues.
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Having a workout buddy always helps!
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I must admit I hate working out like most, I try but it really never works out for me, I am petite sized, always have been, but I would like to workout for health reasons and not weight loss reasons, but I have no motivation to do so, my sister is so much into her fitness, and she is in the process of becoming a trainer, so I hope to have her be a coach to me, but my fitness routine ; It is something I have put off for too long, so I am trying to get my mind set into the swing of things.