What sport to practice in winter and outdoors, to keep fit?

The winter is very long and very harsh throughout Canada and in our beloved Quebec. As we know that you are great sportsmen, why will you have to stop during the winter season? Because of the cold? Frost? If for some, the climatic conditions of our country seem repulsive, we will make you want to get out of your house, even when the temperatures stagnate below 0 ° C. Whether it's hot or cold, sport is always good for your health! Moreover, practicing a sport in winter can be much more original and entertaining. Forget about bike rides or even, soccer, bumpy and frozen fields can bring you a small batch of injuries! So here are some tips for athletes who want to challenge this icy season.

The running

Running is a very simplistic sport that can be practiced anywhere and anytime. Especially since the benefits on the body are very numerous: stimulation of breathing, of the cardiovascular system, but also of the joints and the musculature. In addition, your body will quickly feel the benefits of running thanks to a correction of your balance and your flexibility. In fact, it is proven that this sport can be practiced under very low temperatures as we can feel them in winter in Quebec. The important thing is to wear suitable equipment: cover your extremities with gloves, a hat, a headband and good socks. There are also a lot of insulating, protective and second skin clothing. 1,2,3 run!

Nordic walking

For those who do not wish to run, fast walking, more dynamic than hiking, is accompanied by a swing of the arms thanks to two sticks. There is nothing better than enjoying the landscapes, the trails and the differences in altitude by walking with a quick step in the Canadian snow. Accessible to everyone, Nordic walking stimulates the cardiovascular system, relieves joints and activates almost 80% of the muscles of your body. For those who would like to get off the beaten track, snowshoes are also back in fashion. You will gain endurance and muscle building!

The sliding sports

If you have slopes or resorts near you, do not hesitate to try sliding sports on the snow! Whether it is alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, or even snowboarding, they will all stimulate your body whether it is at the muscular or cardiovascular level. In addition, your coordination and agility will only be improved! The effects of the great breath of fresh air are also not to be overlooked. From now on, the list of sliding sports has been extended with the development of the ski rider , of big air , from the airboard , of snowskate , or even from the snowbike and from the snow kite !

The collective effort

We see a lot of videos on the internet concerning the practice of sports in a collective way. Try for example the Boot Camp . Derived from military physical activity, the objective is to gradually push its limits. Entertaining by the tests, but also socially interesting by the group work, the Boot Camp stimulates endurance, strength training and weight loss. The exercises are varied and are practiced in the middle of nature, enough to be totally disoriented!

The CrossFit

The crossfit is a sports practice that is developing more and more in the world. The objective is to improve the physical condition of the practitioners through a fitness process. This sport therefore allows a work on strength, speed, endurance, flexibility, balance, power, and coordination. Although there are many rooms of crossfit , we can also practice this sport outdoors by various exercises and courses!

Ice sports

Finally, to finish our tips for practicing a sport during the winter period, we thought of all our frozen lakes and streams. Find yourself a good pair of skates and do what you like! Whether it's ice hockey, or skating and curling, your body can only thank you for it. For children, the fact of sliding on the ice allows in particular a stimulation of motor skills and balance. Never forget that any physical activity, whether in winter or in summer, will always favor your body at the muscular and respiratory level!