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e’ve taken the time to query local experts about health and fitness tips to get you
through the winter months ahead. Read and follow your way to your best winter yet!
by kIM LOCkhEAD
Family Tip system maintenance requires a steady intake of Health Tip
Dr. Beverley Armitage all the necessary quality carbohydrates, amino Dr. Martin Zollinger
Family physician acids, vitamins and minerals. Other lifestyle fac- Chiropractor
Winter is a great time to be a kid! tors like adequate quality sleep also support a Maintaining your level of
A few tips for parents to keep your child safe and healthy immune system. physical activity in winter may be a challenge.
healthy this season: An inexpensive tool that can help you stay
null Don’t go out to play if the temperature is Running Tip motivated is a pedometer. It tallies the cumulative
< -25°C, when exposed skin begins to freeze. Laura Pellow number of steps you take in a day. Active people
null Take frequent indoor breaks for warm drinks Running Room typically take at least 10,000 steps per day.
and regular application of sun screen. People laugh when I tell them I Record the number of steps that you take each
null Prevent frost bitten hands with mittens, not love to run in the winter, but a person can run day for a week and set realistic goals based on
cloves. all year long as long as they are prepared. Dress your own results.
null Remove drawstrings from clothing, always in layers and be prepared for anything. Get out
wear helmets for skiing, skating and sledding. there and just have fun - don’t be afraid of a little Fitness Tip
null Prevent the flu by washing hands regularly cold weather! Colin Peden
and ask your child’s doctor about the flu shot. Personal trainer
XC Ski Tip Be conscious that you are not as
Nutrition Tip David McMahon active during the winter months as in summer.
Rick Payant XCZone You may still be going to the gym but your level
Nutrionist The most important technical tips of daily activity decreases. Keep fit by taking up
Our immune system protects for Nordic skiing are centred around good for- a winter sport such as skiing, joining a class or
us against bacteria, viruses and other disease- ward hip positioning and flexing/bending your doing an extra workout.
causing organisms. It plays an important role weight-bearing leg.
in the physical recovery from exercise. Immune
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