174/365 Winter Sports

Friends and Fitness Enthusiasts,

As some of you may know, I will be relocating within this month to Massachusetts for a job working as a Health and Wellness Coach. What does this mean? Clam chowder, the Patriots, Boston, tea parties, and SKIING!!

I have been skiing with my family since I was a kid. There is nothing like carving down a mountain of fresh, powdery snow. Skiing is definitely easier to pick up than snowboarding though I suggest that if you want to snowboard, don't learn how to ski first. Most winter sport resorts offer lessons and a nice variety of beginner slopes on which to practice. Both sports will work your legs, core, and concentration. When you take a break, be sure to drink plenty of water. You won't realize that you've perspired since the air is dry on the mountain top. Water will never have tasted so good.

As far as gear goes, be sure to wear a wicking layer closet to your skin then several warm layers on top. Long underwear, Kozy Tech Tights from lululemon, and other warm tights will keep you warm underneath your waterproof pants. Of course you should also wear goggles, a jacket, thick wicking songs, a balaclava or other mouth/nasal cover, and gloves.

Skiing and snowboarding can come to be an expensive hobby. If you start to really get into the sport, I think your priority is good winter gear to stay warm while you shoop down the mountain then getting the boots and board/skis. Skiing, how I've missed you! There is no thrill like it. Also, always be safe; don't be a reckless, stay in control.

In health,

Lauren