In cold weather, it is more difficult for some people to monitor their weight, so by winter they gain extra pounds. Dietitian Alex Ruani told The Times how to avoid gaining weight when the cold weather sets in.
Useful habits
First of all, he recalled the benefits of regular high-intensity training. He recommends doing strength training with free weights. He emphasized that, according to the study, people who prioritize such exercise are 30 percent less likely to become obese than those who prefer other activities or do not exercise at all. Still, you need to be more careful with loads: start with simple exercises with light weight and gradually increase it.
Adequate physical activity combined with proper nutrition will help you stay fit in any weather.
In addition, the nutritionist recommended periodically taking a cool bath with approximately twenty-degree water, and also going outside more often to stimulate the fat burning process.
It is also better to forget about late-night snacks and, if possible, eat three to four hours before bedtime.
Nutrition secrets
To maintain your figure even in cold weather, you need to eat more fiber, which will help prolong the feeling of fullness. It is especially abundant in fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes and whole grains. Unflavored yogurt will help maintain a healthy intestinal microbiome and maintain normal protein levels.