FIT AND HEALTHY: BEATING COLD AND POLLUTION SMARTLY

Maintaining fitness during cold weather and high levels of air pollution can be challenging, but it is both possible and essential for overall health.

- TDG NETWORK

Seasonal changes, low temperatures, and poor air quality can discourage outdoor activity, weaken the immune system, and increase the risk of respiratory problems. However, with careful planning and precautions, individuals can stay active, boost immunity, and protect their respiratory and cardiovascular health even in harsh conditions.

UNDERSTAND THE RISKS

Cold weather can tighten blood vessels, reduce lung function, and increase the risk of heart attack or stroke during strenuous exercise. Air pollution, particularly particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), ozone, and nitrogen dioxide, can irritate airways, reduce lung capacity, and exacerbate conditions like asthma and bronchitis. Exercising outdoors under these conditions without caution can worsen respiratory problems, cause fatigue, or trigger cardiovascular complications. Understanding these risks is the first step toward safely maintaining fitness.

MODIFY YOUR EXERCISE ROUTINE