How to Work Out Safer and Smarter During the COVID-19 Winter

• COVID-19 restrictions have kept many gyms closed or at limited capacity, forcing more people to exercise outside in the cold.
• For most people, exercising in low temperatures is perfectly safe, though there are some precautions to keep in mind, particularly for people with underlying health conditions.
• Most workouts that are done outside in warmer months can be safely done in the winter, though proper measures to stay safe and reduce the spread of COVID-19 should be taken.

With COVID-19 restrictions keeping many gyms closed or at limited capacity, the bitter cold temperatures that come in the dead of winter may affect many people’s workout routines.

While taking a jog or bike ride may have been a pleasant way to burn calories in the spring and fall, the idea of gearing up to work up a sweat in the chilly winter air might not be as appealing.

But experts said that for most people, it’s perfectly safe to exercise outside in the colder temperatures.

Still, depending on your fitness level and if you’re not used to working out in the cold, there are some things to keep in mind.

People with certain underlying health conditions might also need to be cautious before working up a sweat in the cold.