Plant a tree & lose that tummy fat even when it’s cold!

Ok, maybe it’s not as simple as planting a tree; you’re gonna need more cardio! Still, planting a couple of trees burns about 300 calories. Take a tree filled forest hike, you’ll burn even more – up to 400 calories per hour (walk faster though, this isn’t a stroll).

But what about the weather? 

It is getting pretty cold, in fact Cedar and I skipped two walks this week due to cold, which yeah, we shouldn’t have done. Here’s what you can do.

Layer up. Heading outside for exercise in the late fall and winter can be freezing, but if you’re moving at a good pace, you’ll warm up. Be sure to wear a few layers, ones that can be easily peeled off.

Drink up. Even though it’s cold, you still need water during a workout. In fact, with all the layers, you may sweat more. Take a reusable water bottle with you.

Change up. Make the cold snowy weather work for your workout. Ice skate, ski, or build a labor intensive snowman. All are good calorie burners.

Weight up. Carrying weights can not only add a kick to your workout, but help keep you steady if the roads and paths are wet and slick.

Light up. Soon you’ll be able to bundle up you and the kiddos, and take a nice long walk to look at all the houses that light up for Christmas. This is more exciting than your typical walk, but still good exercise, so this year skip the car. Tip: use a wagon with a blanket for super little ones.

Got any more winter outside exercise ideas? 

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