As winter settles in, maintaining an exercise routine is essential for mental and physical health. Dr. Marie Schaefer, a sports medicine physician at Cleveland Clinic, emphasizes the importance of staying active during colder months.
Exercise offers numerous benefits, including improved mood, enhanced cardiac and respiratory function, and potential immune system boosts.
Indoor workouts, such as lunges, planks, and pushups, can be effective and require no special equipment.
Outdoor activities like skiing, snowshoeing, and ice skating provide unique winter exercise opportunities.
Exposure to sunlight during outdoor workouts can alleviate symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
Dr. Schaefer states, "You want to stay active even though sometimes you may not feel like it." This winter, prioritize your health by incorporating exercise into your routine, whether indoors or outdoors.