Snowshoeing is the fastest growing winter sport in the U.S., increasing by 22 percent each year. Its appeal is easy to understand – it’s a great calorie burn and endorphin rush. Snowshoeing is a relatively simple technique to learn, the equipment is affordable and accessible and you can do it anywhere, in the country or in a city park.
Make sure to dress in layers, preferably in fabric that wicks moisture away from your body. Same for your feet – some people that participate in winter sports like to wear two pair of socks – the first pair of synthetic fabric that wicks moisture and the second pair of a heavier wool or cotton blend. Cover up your head and hands and make sure – even though it’s cold out – to stay hydrated. Snowshoeing and sports like cross country skiing are very aerobic, for example, a 150 pound woman can burn about 300 calories in 30 minutes of snowshoeing.
Set your own pace – it’s not an Olympic try out – just a fun way to be outside while getting a great work out.
