In winter, the weather gradually gets colder, and many people are reluctant to go outdoors. But in winter, in order to maintain health, the necessary outdoor exercise is indispensable. So, in the cold winter, what problems should you pay attention to when you come to outdoor sports?


First, is to choose the time of winter exercise. Many people may be used to getting up in the morning to exercise, but in winter, it is best not to go out to exercise in the morning. This is because the human body has been in a warm room the night before, suddenly coming to a cold environment and performing strenuous exercise will cause great stimulation to the body's organs. In addition, if you go out to exercise without drinking water in the morning, the body will be very dehydrated, and the blood in the body will be very viscous, which will easily cause physical discomfort.


Also, don't go out for exercise on snowy or foggy days. On the one hand, the ground is slippery in this weather, and people are prone to fall during exercise; on the other hand, the weather quality is generally poor at this time, which has a certain impact on the human respiratory tract. Therefore, pay special attention when choosing sports time in winter.


The clothes you wear should be layered. Many people think that just wearing sports clothes is enough for outdoor workouts, citing the fact that they don't get cold. However, when the human body generates more heat during exercise, it is only the middle part, and it is very easy to be affected by the outside temperature. Therefore, clothing should be added in time when resting and finishing exercising. At the same time, you can wear gloves, ear protection and other clothing as appropriate.


Before winter sports, be sure to warm up. After all, the body in winter is not as flexible as other seasons, and the joints are relatively stiff. Warming up in advance can relieve the discomfort of the body. In the process of exercising, you should also grasp the rhythm of the exercise, not too violent, just appropriate. After exercising, dry your sweat and put on dry clothes to avoid getting sick.


Stay hydrated before and after exercise, and your body needs just as much water when exercising outdoors in winter as it does in summer. On the other hand, in cold weather, many people drink a cup of coffee or eat chocolate before going out for a workout. This is unscientific because it contains caffeine, which causes the body to lose water.


Three benefits of outdoor winter sports:


1. Enhance resistance


Exercising outdoors in winter can enhance the body's resistance. Because the body is facing the stimulation of the cold air from the outside, it will lead to the increase of various antibodies in the body, thereby reducing the human body from suffering from anemia, colds and other diseases. In addition, exercising outdoors in winter can also get sunlight exposure. Sunlight can kill viruses and bacteria on the human body or clothing, disinfect the human body, and better ensure human health. It also promotes the body's absorption of calcium, which is good for bone growth.


2. Burn Fat


If you're worried that your body will automatically store some fat, the good news is that a drop in temperature can help you lose excess body fat. Exercise burns more calories in cold weather because the body uses more energy to maintain its body temperature.


3. You will feel happier and more energetic


Cold weather exercise also helps improve mood due to lack of humidity. As the body works harder to keep you warm, endorphin production increases, and exercising when it's cold will add to your well-being.