Winter weather is in full effect and for some that is a cause for celebration and for many others, it’s a reason to hibernate.
I think this season of frigid temps and shorter days can sometimes be a challenge so for this week’s Fit Five Friday, I’m sharing a few winter self-care tips.
Fit Five Friday – Tips for Winter Self Care
Be good to your skin — Winter air can really sap the moisture from your skin. Factor in the forced heat of an indoor setting and you can see why your skin needs some extra attention. Now’s the time to swap in a heavier moisturizer for both your face and body. Also, pay attention to your daily hydration – check out my tips for staying hydrated in the winter.
Try dry brushing — I was first introduced to dry brushing while on vacation a couple of years ago. Dry brushing offers a combination of exfoliation and light massage by brushing natural bristles over the skin in gentle strokes. The practice offers many benefits including removing toxins, unclogging pores, improving blood circulation, and relieving stress.
Embrace the outdoors — Grabbing some fresh air is too important to both your mental and physical well-being to skip just because the temperature takes a dip. Unless icy conditions make it impossible to run or walk, I make it a point to get outside daily, even for just a few minutes. Getting outdoors helps to reduce feelings of cabin fever, which is especially important with so many of us still working from home.
Five tips for self care this winter #FitFiveFriday #selfcare Share on XFind some Vitamin D — Many people suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which is especially triggered in the winter thanks to a lack of sunlight. Just another reason to embrace getting outside; however, you may find that at this time of year, that alone is not enough. Consider taking a Vitamin D supplement or investing in a light therapy box to support your needs.
Declutter your space — While this may not seem like an obvious form of self-care, clutter can be stressful! Decluttering gives you an opportunity to purge things from your living space that may not be serving you anymore. Take advantage of this time of year to clear out your closets, kitchen cabinets, office space, etc. – keep the things you truly love and possibly make room for some new items. Added bonus, someone else may be able to put your donated items to good use!
What do you do to take care to take of yourself during the winter months?
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The winter months wreak major havoc on my already super dry skin. A heavier moisturizer is a great suggestion! Also, the snow makes for a bright setting, especially on a sunny day, so sunglasses are a must for me (no need to speed up the wrinkles forming, LOL). I make it a point to get outside daily, as well, for that fresh air.
I do do many of these things; they all help, but SAD is a battle I fight at the end of every year. It does get better as the days get longer, even though it’s still super cold!
I also use a light box in the mornings. I’ve been doing that a really long time — I do think it helps, but it’s not a cure.
Great tips, Michelle!
My skin is taking a serious hit lately and I have switched up my moisturizer as well. I have not tried dry brushing yet maybe I should
Great tips.
Getting outdoors is the best. Even if it is cold.
I am lucky and able to get away to Florida for a few days each winter.
About the vitamin D- I live in FLORIDA, and my vitamin D levels are low. I don’t know how anyone living up north is possibly getting enough in the winter. I take a supplement year-round. It’s worth getting your levels tested.
YES to all of these plus epsom salt baths (followed by cream on all of the dry places.)
Dry brushing sounds interesting. I, myself, have fallen for a 25lb weighted blanket, and there is no turning back.
I just did a babyfoot peel and oh my, it’s sooo nice. But yeah, winter wrecks my skin. Sometimes I wish I could just sit in lotion.