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<\/a>Being active\u00a0 can definitely feel like more of a challenge at this time of year, but it\u2019s one of the best ways to blow away the cobwebs, feel more energised and boost your mood during the colder, darker months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 10 ideas to get you moving come wind, rain or snow \u2013 how many will you tick off?<\/p>\n\n\n

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10. Musical chores<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Vigorous cleaning counts as activity, and music encourages us get moving. So crank up your favourite playlist to speed up your heart rate \u2013 and the housework! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Into the woods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A trip to a local woodland is always a hit with little ones, plus you can turn it into a scavenger hunt by seeing who can collect the best-looking pine cones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: 6 ways to feel fitter for Christmas<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Ad-break blitz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Use the adverts to reduce the time you spend sitting down. You could offer to make everyone a cuppa, have a quick walk up and down the stairs or set yourself a challenge, like seeing how many lunges you can do before your show restarts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Run for it<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Search online for charity fun runs and walks near you \u2013 they\u2019re great for getting the whole family moving. You could also download the Couch to 5K app \u2013 it\u2019s designed to turn absolute beginners into confident runners in just nine weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rob has lost 8st 7lbs since joining Slimming World. He keeps nice and warm on winter weekends by taking part in Parkruns!<\/p>\n\n\n

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6. \u2019Tis the season to shop<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re hunting for presents, taking advantage of the sales or getting food supplies in, carrying heavy bags of shopping is great exercise, because lifting any kind of weight creates resistance and makes your muscles work harder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: 8 of the best fitness gifts for Christmas<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Let the indoor-phins flow!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Gyms are often quietest in December, so you can build up your confidence before the New Year\u2019s resolution crowd arrives. If you\u2019d rather work out at home, there\u2019s a wide variety of free videos online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you know\u2026?<\/strong> Our members have access to 90 fun, easy-to-follow activity videos<\/a> as part of their membership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Walk and talk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Heading out for a brisk walk can help you to feel more positive and, according to the National Trust, 70% of families say it\u2019s their top way to spend time together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you know\u2026?<\/strong> Lots of Slimming World members have discovered the benefits of walking through our 15- and 30-minute guided audio walks series<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Strut your stuff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Take inspiration from Strictly Come Dancing and hit the dance floor (or your kitchen disco)! Dancing is one of the best activities for your overall health, too. It counts as cardio, helps break up long periods of sitting, improves balance and flexibility, and strengthens muscles \u2013 that\u2019s four of our five active habits ticked off in one go!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More on the blog: Discover our 5 active habits for a fitter future<\/a><\/strong>
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2. Strike a pose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yoga uses your own body weight, so it counts as strength training, and it\u2019s also a brilliant way to de-stress. You\u2019ll find short yoga videos online or, if you\u2019re a Slimming World member, you can pop one of our balance and flexibility workouts on, to quickly feel calmer and in control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our member Lian enjoyed her yoga surrounded by nature for a double well-being boost!<\/p>\n\n\n

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1. Get your skates on<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ice skating is a great option if you want to fit in some fitness and spend time as a family. Many town centres and Christmas markets have ice rinks over the winter months, or you can search for one near you online. Slimming World member and Consultant Mary<\/a> took her son skating during an action-packed visit to a winter wonderland experience.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Tune into the Slimming World Podcast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Join hosts Anna and Clare on a wintry stroll as they share lots of bite-size activity ideas to help keep your move-groove going strong until Santa calls!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Listen to the episode<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you join Slimming World, you\u2019ll unlock our full get-fit tool kit, which includes:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n