I Can't Feel My Fingers! The Cold, Hard Facts About Frostbite


Updated 12/02/11 12:28 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Facts About Kids and Frostbite

Brrrrr! Winter is here, and for most tots, that means delightful days of making snowmen, sledding, and getting in snowball fights. It's all fun and games until someone gets frostbite. Not to be Debbie Downer here, but do you know the facts about the causes, symptoms, and appropriate responses to frostbite? Take the following quiz to find out. Take the Quiz Read more

Winterize Your Workouts: Preventing Frostbite


Updated 10/14/11 11:48 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Winterize Your Workouts: Preventing Frostbite

If you refuse to give up your outdoors runs because it's cold, or if you love to ski, board, or snowshoe, then you need to take some precautions to protect your skin from the bitter temperatures. Frostbite happens when your skin and body tissues are exposed to cold temperatures for an extended period of time. Your fingers, toes, nose, and ears are the most susceptible. Aside from causing pain, Read more

Faster, Harder, Longer: How to Maximize a Treadmill Workout


Updated 01/13/12 9:14 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Treadmill Tips to Burn More Calories, Build Muscle, and Run Faster

Numb fingers. Black ice. Risk of frostbite. These are all common reasons to skip running outside in Winter and take refuge in a warm, dry gym. Treadmills might feel safer, but you might even find the workout feels a little easier. Don't sell yourself short! Use these tips to upgrade your treadmill time and maximize the benefits of your run. To Burn More Calories Do intervals. Running at a Read more