Here’s some advice on how to keep on track with your exercise routine this winter without any mishaps.
1. Don’t Run on Ice
Running on ice is obviously highly dangerous especially black ice on a wet road, which should be avoided, cancel your outdoor training plans for the day and head off to your local gym to use a treadmill.
2. Buy a Cycling Turbo Trainer
Turbo trainers are great for your winter training schedule and will protect you from winter road safety dangers and injuries picked up in the colder conditions.
3. Knee Injuries While Skiing
The most common winter sport injury is to the knee, you should plan to increase the strength in your knees two months prior to your holiday. Additional protection from a skiing knee injury is available from Donjoy, the Donjoy Knee Braces are the leading ski knee braces providing support and protection to your knee.
4. Head off to the Gym!
Include some weight training in your winter schedule, strength training will assist your other regular training activities by increasing your core strength, injury prevention and increased power.
5. Train with a Friend
Try to avoid training alone in winter for increased safety during the icy and dark winter evenings.
6. Always Warm Up First
Cold muscles will usually lead to injury especially in the winter months, so ensure that you have a thorough warming up session before you participate in any training.
7. Extra Layers
Additional clothing layers will help your body to keep warm and pick up fewer injuries.
8. Book a lesson
If you are planning a skiing holiday, then book some lessons with a qualified instructor which will help you to avoid injuries through using incorrect skiing techniques.
9. Drink Plenty of Water
Even though you may feel less thirsty during the colder temperatures, your body still requires the same level of water during sporting activity.
10. Check Your Equipment
Ensure your sports equipment is up to scratch and will not be unsafe to use or ineffective for preventing sports injuries.