The Fitness Maven

It’s not surprising that most people gain a little bit of weight over the winter. There are certainly many factors that contribute to this weight gain, from the cold weather and lack of exercise, to the heavier foods and drinks, to the bulky coats and baggy clothes. We get comfortable in our baggy clothing, and forget about our weight loss goals and our desire to look good.

This doesn’t have to be the case, however. Here are a few quick tips to continue looking great, even when the snow if falling and you can’t get out for a walk.

1. The Mall – Go walking at the mall! Many malls actually have walking programs that encourage people to come inside and get moving. Set aside three days a week when you will do laps around the mall. If you feel funny doing this alone, then grab a friend and do it together.

2. Break up your exercise into ten minute routines. Maybe you don’t want to commit to exercising for an entire 45 minutes or 1 hour; most of us, however, would agree to 10 minutes. Purchase an exercise tape from Richard Simmons, Mitch Gaylord and others. Do 10 minutes in the morning, another 10 in the afternoon, and 10 at night. Certainly, you’ll need a DVD that breaks the exercise into small segments.

3. Get creative. Take the stairs up to your office instead of the elevator; park far away from the mall and walk there; walk down the hall every time you want to talk to a co-worker, rather than sending an email. Find other creative ways to get yourself moving throughout the day.

Remember, as well, that exercise needs to be accompanied by diet. Keep your diet in mind at all times, and try to eat as healthy as you can. Certainly, you want to keep your spirits up in the winter as well, and this is best done by thinking positively and focusing on your attributes. Keep your makeup refreshed, your Kymaro Body Shaper in place, and your clothes pressed – even when you have a bulky jacket on – and you’ll keep looking your best, through the snowy weather!