Your winter weight loss game just got a major upgrade.

There are a few things to check off your prep list for this good old-fashioned seasonal fun.

from being indoors too long, according to theUniversity of New Hampshire.

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Now that you’re ready, let’s learn how to enjoy snow much healthy outdoor fitness.

Are you ready to learn the calorie burn you’ve got the option to achieve from downhill skiing?

it’s possible for you to torch around 354 calories each hour!

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Snowshoeing will be your new favorite high-calorie blaster.

Did we mention that you could burn around 472 calories each hour that you snowshoe?

The healthy benefit of snowshoeing is the snowy, cushiony surface puts it in a low-impact category.

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That means that anybody who likes to walk will love snowshoeing.

you could, of course, head to a ski resort for a day’s activity.

All you need is a pair of good boots, the appropriate socks, snowshoes, and poles.

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Then, you’re ready to head for the hills!

Shoveling snow is a serious cardio and full-body workout.

Okay, shoveling snow may sound like a lot of work.

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But getting outdoors with the family with some fun tunes cranked up can be funand save you money!

And a good old-fashioned snowball fight?

Ice skating burns more calories than you’d think.

It strengthens stability and balance, without causing too much stress on your joints.

The sport is an anaerobic activity since there are short bouts of intensity involved.

It’s also an excellent stress reliever!

Didn’t we tell you it’s pretty effortless to lose weight while having a blast this winter?