With the temperature getting closer to 0°C, many factors including the environment, clothing, body composition, nutrition, age, and exercise intensity in the cold may elicit additional physiologic strain or injury risk beyond that associated with regular conditions. An individual’s core temperature may drop and contribute to hypothermia, frostbite, or diminished exercise capability. Care must be…
The key to running in the extreme cold is to protect yourself, wear the proper clothing, and have an exit strategy. 1. Dress in Layers You’ve heard this one before. Probably from your mother, who advised you take along your jacket — just in case. Well, you should listen to her. A good approach to…
Q: Am I at greater risk of muscle or joint injury when I exercise in the cold? A: In general cold-weather workouts are almost always safe, as long as you bundle up (layers are key) and pay extra attention to slick, slippery surfaces. But what’s happening inside? Cold weather certainly can increase your risk of straining or tearing…