Chilled to the bone!

BY MIKE EYERS
Exercise will no doubt warm you up, but are you warmed up enough to exercise?
You may feel warm on the outside, but it is the core of the muscle that counts. Injuries such as strains, sprains and blisters are traditionally more common in colder months. A study in Victoria in 2005 for Sports Injuries showed there were 1840 hospital admissions in Summer and 2708 in Winter. During the colder months it is wise to spend a lot longer gradually warming up, as this will guard against injury as well as allowing you a quality workout. Dress in layers to trap heat and prevent heat loss. Wear properly fitting footwear and remember to leave your static stretches  until you are fully warmed up.