You’ve probably noticed that professional athletes always warm up bofore a race or sports activity. They do it because it can prevent serious injury.

Here are some suggestions on how to warm up in the winter.

Warm up before going outside.  The cold will stiffen your muscles, furthering the chances of injury. Dress in layers and don’t wear tight outfits. Remove each layer as needed.  Wear cotton as the underlying layer. It will absorb most of the moisture as you sweat. 

Begin by jogging in place or walking up and down stairs in your home.  This will get your blood flowing and ready for your exercise routine.  Try not to sweat before beginning an exercise routine. It will increase your chance of catching a cold when you’re outdoors.

Take a really hot shower.  This will not only warm you but will prepare your body for the workout to come.

Make sure to cool down after exercising.  Use stretching and breathing exercises to bring down your heart rate.  If it’s especially cold outside, remove your clothing immediately and take a hot shower.  Have a nice bowl of chicken soup and continue with your daily routines.

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It’s a lot of fun to exercise in the fall season. The heat is gone, and your air-conditioned days are over.

Instead, you have the changing of the leaves, and the warm feeling you get on a cold night and waking up to brisk fresh air and exercise.  Now is the time to prepare your fall fitness plan.

If you’re just beginning a diet and exercise program, you’re in luck, because the time is ripe and the weather is perfect to begin enjoying the outdoors more frequently.  Use this time to set up a regimen that you’ll stick to and are comfortable with. 

If your kids have returned to school, you have more time to concentrate on yourself and your needs.

Here are some tips to help prepare for an exercise plan that will keep you fit, healthy and happy.

• If you haven’t joined a gym, you may want to consider it now.  If you do belong to one, renew the membership.  Ask a friend if he or she would like to join too.
• Schedule an exercise routine after dropping the kids off at school.  Walking with other moms for 30 minutes, three times a week would be a great start. Having other moms come along will make your exercise experience more enjoyable.
• If you don’t have the time for brisk walks, exercise to workout DVDs.
• Participate in the exercises every other day.  Take walks after dinner at night. 
• Call upon a few neighbors or friends and ask if they would like to join in an exercise program.  Sit down together and make a schedule that is good for everyone.
• Develop an exercise schedule that you can live with and that will provide you with the time needed to exercise on a regular basis.  Enlist the aid of family members or friends to help with baby-sitting if necessary. 

The fall is the perfect time of year to begin an exercise program.  Be sure to have good walking and/or running shoes and comfortable jogging suits.

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During the winter months, you’ll probably want to exercise indoors. You can save a lot of money on equipment by following these recommendations.

• Buy workout DVDs, especially those that come with the exercise bands and balls.  Choose DVD’s based on the type of exercises you prefer.
• Buy Five-and ten-pound weights. They’re easy to use and are fairly inexpensive.
• An exercise ball can help strengthen your back and work out your abs.
• Purchase the step, which is great for cardiovascular workouts.  (You can also walk up and down the stairs in your home.  Go up one, down two, up three, down four and so on.)
• Try to find a stationary bike on eBay or through an ad in your local paper. (Buying locally will save shipping costs.) A stationary bike is great for exercising your legs, thighs and upper body.  Use it 20 minutes every other night for the greatest effect.
• While a treadmill would be great for the home, it is quite expensive and you can do just as well walking every day for 20 or 30 minutes.  Develop an exercise routine to gain strength and be able to walk in any type of weather.

Exercise can be achieved with basic items that are affordable and easy to store.  Start with a workout DVD by any one of the more experienced and well-known trainers and possibly receive a free band or ball as well.

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