Enduring the Winter

Endure the WinterThe cold in my parts have begun to sneak at the -30°C. In event of this I decided to post a quick list to help you endure the chilling effects of these winter months.

  1. Cover your head. Over half your body heat escapes through your head so make sure to cover that area.
  2. Let your hands breathe. If your gloves are too tight, they will limit the blood flow which prevents your hands from warming up.
  3. Same with your feet. Be careful not to wear too many layers of socks or tighten your laces too much as this will constrict blood flow as well.
  4. Steer clear from cotton. Stick with wool as cotton doesn’t insulate very well when you begin to sweat.
  5. Adjust your schedule. Keep in mind that it always, always takes longer to get anywhere during the winter.
  6. Stay hydrated. Your body uses up more energy when it’s cold outside so keep yourself fueled.
  7. But sober. My least favorite tip but the alcohol thins your blood making it tougher for your body to stay warm.
  8. Be ready. I always make sure to have a shovel, flashlight, and jumper cables in the trunk of my car.
  9. Beware of black ice. A safe rule of thumb is to always assume that the ground you’re walking or driving on is slippery.
  10. Lessen your stride. Avoid slips by reducing the gap in your stride. This will help you keep your balance in the event that you lose your footing.
  11. Don’t forget sunscreen. It’s not just for the summer. The sun reflecting of off ice or snow can still result in burning.

There you have it. Some quick tips from Frank to help you endure the winter. And trust me, I know what I’m talking about; I’m Canadian.


Posted by Frank N. Stein

January 14, 2008 | Filed Under Lists, Winter

 

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2 Responses to “Enduring the Winter”

  1. BigNerd on January 15th, 2008 9:09 pm

    Frank,
    Nice roundup here. Could easily be published in Readers Digest. (Don’t laugh. I spend quality time on the can reading this periodical.)
    Head, hands and feet. These are the crucial areas to pay attention to. Great reminders. Oh, by the way… WINTER SUCKS!

  2. Frank N. Stein on January 16th, 2008 1:23 pm

    Reader’s Digest is a very good read so don’t feel ashamed :) The final two words of your comments are my sentiments exactly… except I’d be tempted to throw an adjective in there as well :twisted:

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