{"id":1938,"date":"2016-02-24T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2016-02-24T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/live-ati-pt-2025.pantheonsite.io\/?p=1938"},"modified":"2024-12-17T17:34:04","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T17:34:04","slug":"top-tips-for-exercising-in-the-cold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.atipt.com\/top-tips-for-exercising-in-the-cold\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Tips For Exercising in the Cold"},"content":{"rendered":"

The arrival of the winter months doesn\u2019t mean that outdoor activities should be abandoned. Whether you\u2019re an athlete, an outdoor lover, or just need a cure for cabin fever, the Sports Medicine Team at ATI Physical Therapy has some simple tips to can keep you active (and safe) in the upcoming months.<\/p>\n

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  1. Dress in layers:<\/strong>\u00a0Dressing too warmly can be a mistake, as exercise generates heat, making you feel warmer than it really is.\u00a0\u00a0Once sweat begins to dry, you can become chilled.\u00a0\u00a0Dress in fabrics that wick moisture away from your skin. This will keep you warm and dry, and the layers will allow you to remove clothing, and put it back on as needed.<\/li>\n
  2. Protect your hands, feet and ears:\u00a0<\/strong>When it’s cold, blood flow is concentrated on your body’s core, leaving these areas vulnerable to frostbite. Plus, an uncovered head can release 50% of your body\u2019s heat.<\/li>\n
  3. Get the right shoes:\u00a0<\/strong>Be sure your shoes provide extra traction for wet and slippery surfaces, and look for waterproof features that help keep your feet dry.<\/li>\n
  4. Be seen:<\/strong>\u00a0As the cold weather months approach, the amount of daylight dwindles. Be sure to dress in clothing that has reflective properties.<\/li>\n
  5. Pay attention to weather conditions:<\/strong>\u00a0Outside activity when it’s cold and wet can make you more vulnerable to the temperature. If you get wet, you may not be able to keep your core body temperature high enough, and layering won’t help if your clothes are soaked. If it’s extremely cold with precipitation, or wind chills are extreme, consider taking a break.<\/li>\n
  6. Treat injuries<\/strong>: Cold weather effects, such as ice and snow, can injure even the most experienced outdoor athletes.\u00a0If you\u2019re dealing with a strain, sprain, ache or pain,\u00a0schedule a complimentary injury screening<\/a>\u00a0with us. Our licensed physical and occupational therapists will evaluate you and provide recommendations on how you can get back to your best.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \u201cMany of the tips we follow in the summer months are just as important in the cold weather months,\u201d says Katie Varnado, ATC, athletic training supervisor with ATI Sports Medicine. \u201cRegardless of activity level, stretching and warming-up is key to help prevent cramping, pain and injury, as muscles tend to contract in the cold. Also, staying hydrated, even when it\u2019s not hot, is important. Dehydration can be more difficult to notice during colder weather, so be sure to drink before, during, and after activity.\u201d<\/p>\n

    Physical Therapy Can Help Improve Your Fitness<\/h2>\n

    Whether you\u2019re ready to start exercising outdoors or on the search for a refreshed workout routine, our team can provide individualized exercise plans and fitness tips, both virtually and inside our more than 850 clinics nationwide. Schedule your appointment today to get started!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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