If you live in a place where snow has accumulated, then you can take this opportunity to do something nice for someone while burning a few extra calories. Did you know that a 150 lb. person could burn around 206 calories in just 30 minutes of shoveling snow? So when you're out shoveling off your own walkway, think about helping out a neighbor and doing theirs, too. Not only will you be doing a Read more

Did you know that snow shoveling counts as moderate physical activity? That's the good news since many of us have been shoveling a lot of snow recently. The bad news is that if you don't shovel safely, you could end up hurting yourself. So along with using proper lifting techniques while handling the shovel, use these tips for shoveling safely: Use a smaller shovel Make sure your shovel isn't Read more

Are you tired of wearing your huge clunky winter boots? Well, I am. I discovered Yaktrax. All you do is attach them to any regular shoe or sneaker and they'll provide you with traction against slippery ice and snow. They make 2 different kinds. One is called the Yaktrax Walker. It's designed for people looking for an easy-to-use traction device for their shoes. It's ideal for walking your Read more

If you've ever played, I mean really played in the snow, you know you work up a sweat. It's tough work tromping around in the deep snow - you're like the Michelin Man in all those extra layers. Just walking around in snow is considered low-impact aerobics. Plus, you burn more calories in the cold, because your body uses up more fuel to keep itself warm. And snow's heavy - picking it up and Read more

This winter weather makes me want to get all bundled up for an afternoon of ice skating with some friends. If you've never gone before, there are some things you should know... When renting or buying skates, they should fit snug, making sure your heel is held tight by the boot. Try out a 1/2 size smaller than your regular shoe size. If your skates are too big - you can get blisters. Wear Read more