Leaving our nice warm homes to exercise in the Winter months isn’t at the top of anyone’s priority list. As the days draw in and temperatures drop, most people would be tempted to hang up the exercise gear and hibernate, but Winter is actually the best time of year to work out!

Here are 10 reasons why you should work out this Winter.

One – Summer bodies are made in Winter

Think of that holiday to Ibiza that you’re already looking forward to. Do you want to look incredible around the pool or at Ocean Beach Club? Then you need to start hitting the gym now! We all know that change isn’t going to happen overnight, but with 6 months to go, imagine the body that you could have if started working out this Winter.

Two – Beat those Winter blues!

According to, and proven by, the NHS – exercise is beneficial for our mental health. Going for a run, bike ride or gym session will work against SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) like you wouldn’t believe. Simply put, exercise will combat those Winter blues, reduce stress levels and generally make us happier people. Smiles all round!

Three – Combat the Christmas Bulge…

Christmas is the most difficult time of year to keep on track and stay healthy. It’s said that most adults eat an outstanding 6,000 calories on Christmas Day – that’s three times the recommended daily allowance for a female. By working out over the Winter months, you are actively combatting all of the indulgences that just seem to happen between Christmas and New Year. And what better excuse to have when offered that tin of sweets than ‘I’ve been for a run, so it’s OK!’

Four – Improved Immunity

We need all of the help we can get to stay healthy over Winter, when germs are readily circulating around the office or being brought home by our children. Regular exercise improves the cardiovascular and lymphatic circulation.

Five – Be an Inspiration!

All of your friends and family will be looking towards that New Years resolution to start working out. But why not beat the crowds and be an inspiration to everyone by working out ALL Winter. You’ll be three months ahead of the game, three months healthier, and three months happier. People will be asking for advice and copying your regime. How incredible will that make you feel?

There are a tonne of reasons why working out in Winter is the right thing to do, and I hope that my top fivr list will encourage a kick-start to your Winter work out regime. Remember – it’s down to you to make it happen. Show everyone what you can do!

Everybody’s Team