Tips 6-10 for keeping warm
6. Stay in by the fire
You know all those romantic songs about being forced to stay over by a blizzard? Get inspired and plan a date night in. Rent a movie, start a fire, and snuggle up to a soundtrack of "Baby, It's Cold Outside," "Winter Wonderland," and "Let It Snow."
7. Wear long johns to work
My friend works outdoors as a tour guide in Montreal, but never minds the cold. She finally revealed her secret: long johns. It's easy to layer your tops, but most people ignore the bottom. Feel like long johns go with outhouses? Go for a thick pair of tights instead.
8. Stay well
"Don't keep pushing," advises Anne Katz, a clinical specialist nurse with a background in women's health. Avoid the flu by sleeping enough, exercising, and eating well. Other than that, Katz says your best bet to staying flu-free involves, "hand washing, hand washing, hand washing!"
9. Exercise
The easiest way to keep warm is to be active -- even if that's just a lunchtime walk with a friend. If you're really active, avoid overdressing, which will make you sweat later on. Expect to be chilly for the first 10 minutes of your workout but you should warm up quickly thereafter.
10. If all else fails...embrace it
Keep a positive attitude. "I just looked out my window, and the sun is shining off the snow. It's January, and it'll be over soon. We have to appreciate what we have," says Katz.
If you're ready to form a better relationship with Canadian winters, check out 10 reasons to love winter for inspiration.
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