Walking in a winter wonderland!

Winter walks can be a wonderful thing, with the crisp frosty ground crunching under your feet and clear cold skies showing off breathtakingly views. In order to really enjoy are great walk this time of year the key is in the preparation, as a wise man once said ‘there is no wrong weather, just the wrong clothes’, so in this week’s blog we’re going to give you some tips for having a great winter walk.

Make everything nice and toasty

If you start off nice and warn the better the chances are that you’ll stay that way. Why not warm up your base layers, sock, gloves and hats next to a fire or on the radiator. Be careful to keep an eye on them you don’t want them to get so hot that they catch alight.

Keeping at the right temperature

When we think about a winter walk the first thing, we think about is keeping out the cold, but you have to keep in mind not overheating. To avoid sweating it’s best to wear breathable layers which will wick the sweat away from the body.

Beware the wind

There are a lot of people who wouldn’t fancy going out on a windy day, but as long as you’re a good distance from cliff edges the wind good be your friend. Check the direction the wind and plan a walk where the wind will be behind you, it can really help when facing steep slopes.

Changeable weather

The weather forecasters don’t always get in right so it’s best to be prepared and flexible. Even if it looks like it’s going to stay dry pack a waterproof layer, light garments that can be packed away until needed are a must have in changeable conditions. It’s also probably a good idea to stay flexible with your route plan, it’s not a good idea to persist further into a walk on moors if the fog and rain are coming in.

Fill up for fuel

Walking at any time of year burns our bodies fuel and water resources, but the winter with the wind and snow can be more taxing than the hottest day. Stay hydrated and eat foods that are high in energy.

Keep those tootsies nice and toasty

The part of your body that is going to take the most punishment is your feet. This time of year, it’s so important keep those toes dry as long periods can cause problems, so we suggest investing in the best footwear that you can afford. Also keep in mind that wet equals slippy so pay extra attention to the grip of your shoes.

Let us know if you have any other tips for an enjoyable winter walk by filling in the comments section below.

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