Exercise - dress appropriately

Dressing appropriately is important when exercising in cold weather. Here are some tips to consider:Wear several layers, including gloves and a hat. Remove layers when you warm up, and replace them during the slower portions of your workout.If it is snowing or icy, be extra careful to not fall.Remember, you can still become dehydrated in cold weather, you still need plenty of fluid before, during, and after exercise.

Review Date: 01/16/2007
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.