COME OUT AND PLAY STAYING ACTIVE IN COLD WEATHER
Winter is almost here, and as the weather gets colder, many people use it as an excuse to stay inside and on the couch. But if you don’t want to wonder what happened to your fitness goals when spring comes around, now is the time to start preparing. Here’s what you need to know to comfortably enjoy outdoor exercise in low temperatures. First, there’s good news: Your chance of frostbite in 5 degree F weather is less than 5%. So, outdoor exercise is perfectly safe most days of the year. Just stay inside when there’s a particularly nasty wind chill and don’t exercise on icy surfaces. But while you probably won’t be hurt by outdoor winter exercise, there’s no denying it can be unpleasant if you aren’t prepared.
want to exercise outdoors in the winter, you must set yourself up for success with the proper gear. Dress in layers and put them on in the correct order. Opt for a moisture-wicking material as your bottom layer, then add a warm insulating layer, followed by a wind and water-resistant jacket on top. Remove items as you get warmer so you don’t trap sweat. Also, remember the wool socks, gloves, and hat. Another way to keep yourself comfortable during an outdoor workout is to warm up longer before beginning. Exercise in cold weather makes strains and sprains more likely, and a warmup will keep you safer. Plus, the additional movement before heading outdoors will help the temperature change feel less jarring. You’ll want to protect your skin from the harsh air. One of the best ways to do that is by staying hydrated. Though it sounds obvious, many people
feel less thirsty when exercising in the cold and don’t drink enough water. Also, moisturize regularly and protect your nostrils and lips from the wind with petroleum jelly or Carmex. Finally, don’t forget the sunscreen — if skiers can get a sunburn, so can you!
One school of thought suggests there’s no bad weather, only poorly chosen clothing. So, if you
CLIENT SUCCESS STORY: JUSTIN AMERINE
Justin Amerine, our client and friend, is Ohio through and through. Born in Lancaster, he was raised in Bloomingville, just south of Logan, in the heart of the Hocking Hills. Always fascinated by cars and working with his hands to tear things apart and put them back together, Justin studied auto mechanics after high school. Though he’s done stints as a chef and pipe fitter, he’s drawn to work around cars and machinery. Working in the warehouse at Limited, he was driving a standup forklift down an aisle when a box sticking out caught his pallet. The forklift smashed him between it and the boxes, rupturing a disc in his mid-back. Justin is a young guy, in his early 30s, raising his active 8-year-old son by himself. Like the rest of us, he didn’t count on an injury keeping him
off work for two years. After lots of treatment, including therapy, injections, and medication, his back still isn’t the same. But, knowing he wanted to set an example for his son, he got back up when life knocked him down. He got a job with Tuffy as a mechanic. It’s actually lighter work than what he did before, but it’s working with cars and technology, something he loves. When Justin had to call in from work for recent hearings, we could hear the pneumatic drills in the background! Justin recently settled his claim. He loves his job, spending time with his son and — you could’ve guessed it — tinkering around in his garage! We all know it’s hard to keep going when we’re hurt. We are fortunate to represent so many folks who refuse to let their injuries define what they do and who they are. Justin is one such person, and we’re honored to know him.
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