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It has been one of the coldest and whitest winters here in the US, with record lows,
blizzards and snow. But instead of turning up the heat, or reaching for hot comfort food,
go for a run outside. New research published in the Journal Cell Metabolism suggests that
exercising in cooler conditions can help burn more fat. Shivering alone can burn up to 400
calories an hour. When people are cold they release hormones
from brown fat stores, which are then released during exercise. Brown fat, as opposed to
white fat burns calories instead of storing them. It is a healthier type of fat. Dr. Paul
Lee from the University of Sydney said activities that produce more brown fat can lead to successful
weight loss. The study used individuals in different exercise
tests with cold exposure. It was found that when you shiver you stimulate fat tissue to
produce heat. So being cold and shivering especially while exercising can lead to burning
more calories. So instead of cursing the bitter cold months,
it’s time to embrace their fat burning potential; Instead of gaining the dreaded winter weight
gain, go for a run outside. Or better yet, cancel that gym membership and go for outdoor
bike rides. Shivering can help you loss that weight by
burning those additional calories, but remember, no weight loss works long time unless you
commit yourself to lifestyle changes of eating better and moving more.