Getting outside in the winter months is especially important for the mind and body. The air is fresh and crisp, so simply getting out into nature provides a nice break from spending more time indoors due to changing weather and temps. Also, when there is less sunshine in the sky, and, therefore, less natural vitamin D getting absorbed into our system, moving our bodies, even in a gentle walk around the neighborhood, can be a great mood booster (and after this year, we all need more of that).
Here are some ideas to get moving outside this winter (with your family or solo)…
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Layer up and take a walk around the block or a local park!
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Hit the slopes – take the family skiing, snowboarding, or sledding.
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Go ice skating at a local outdoor rink.
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Try snowshoeing or cross-country skiing.
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Go on a family nature scavenger hunt in your neighborhood and/or backyard.
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Wear bright colors, lace-up, and go for a run.
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Build a snowman and/or have a snowball fight.
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Grab your BOB Gear® stroller (want one from Santa?? See our top-pick for a jogging stroller in our Gift Guide) and your kiddos, and do a quick stroller workout like this one below!
