Invest in a quality coat.
One of the best ways to beat the cold is to invest in a quality coat. This may be a pricey option, but it will go a long way towards keeping you warm in winter. The key is finding a coat that fits well and doesn’t restrict your movement. It’s really important to try before you buy: Make sure the coat is not too tight or too loose, and has enough room so you can layer up underneath. Also, check the quality of the seams and stitching to make sure that your new winter coat will last for seasons to come.
Wear a hat.
Winter is coming and you need to be prepared. When you are frosty and want to remain warm, let us help by suggesting a great way to slow heat loss through your head: wear a hat.
A hat is an excellent piece of clothing that traps heat around your head and keeps it there, keeping you warmer than before. You can get hats at many places, but make sure that the one you purchase is made of quality material like wool or Polypropylene (a fancy word for plastic).
Wear the hat when you go outside. Wear the hat when you sleep. Wear the hat when you are indoors in a cold room or performing outdoor tasks like shoveling snow or going camping in Alaska (please don’t). Wear the hat when exercising so that your sweat does not evaporate as quickly from your head. You’ll look jaunty wearing it too! And hey, if your locks start getting chilly this winter, just remember: wear a hat!
Layer, then layer again.
Layering is the best way to keep warm. It works because layers trap warm air between them. The next time you’re at a museum, see if you can find a painting of people in the 1700s. If they’re outside, chances are that they’re all wearing a lot of layers. This style was popular for a reason—it keeps you way warmer than a single bulky garment!
The base layer should be wicking and insulating, so it’s best to avoid cotton and wear materials that wick moisture away from your body while keeping you warm (synthetics like polyester). Your mid-layer should also be insulating, but it need not be as close fitting as the base layer; provide some space between these two layers. The outer layer should be windproof and waterproof, but breathable enough to let sweat evaporate through it. So how many layers do you need? Well this depends on your activity level and temperature of course; there’s no real set number of pieces that everyone needs to wear during winter months (that would just get messy). Just remember that layering is key!
Get cozy.
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Learn how to use your heating system.
If you’re not sure how to use your heating system properly, you’re not alone. Even if you have a thermostat, people often don’t know how to use it, or they abandon its use altogether. Here are some tips that might surprise you:
- There is no need to close doors and vents in order to keep the heat in a single room. If your home has central heating that heats by air ducts, closing vents and doors will actually make your bills higher because it makes your system work harder than necessary.
- Closing windows can help reduce the amount of cold air coming into a room even if you don’t have weather-stripping on your windows yet.
- Your heater does best when running continuously with the set temperature staying within 2-4 degrees F of room temperature at all times. By keeping it on all day and keeping your thermostat set between 62 and 74 degrees F as needed for comfort, you can maximize efficiency (and minimize smell) from baseboard units like those found in older homes and apartments.
- If you have a newer system or zoned heating that includes pumps, furnaces or other devices outside the heated area, turning off the heat when out for extended periods during the day (like when leaving for work or school) can save money while still providing comfort upon return home.
Separate your layers from your heat source.
Heaters can cause fires, so it’s important to stay safe while staying warm. Make sure you keep an eye on what’s going around the heater, and keep flammable items like clothes and blankets away from heat sources. You should also have a fire extinguisher nearby, just in case. And if your house has a fireplace, make sure that it is cleaned out regularly as well.
And finally, don’t forget about your heating system itself! If you have a furnace or heater at home, it should be serviced regularly to make sure that it stays clean and well maintained. Just like with cars or other machinery, regular inspection and maintenance can go a long way toward giving you a secure source of warmth this winter—and keeping you safe in the process.
Drink up!
This might seem like a no-brainer, but it’s just as important in winter as it is every other time of year. Water will keep you hydrated and warm! Hot chocolate and tea are also good options for staying hydrated during the winter.
Take a desk break.
If you’re stuck at your desk in a drafty office, suck it up and take a small break every two hours. Stand up and walk around the house, or do some simple stretches. Getting the blood flowing helps you stay alert, and it will help keep you feeling warm from the inside out. If all else fails, use your lunch break to take that hot shower you need to warm up again.
Exercise regularly and stay active throughout the day.
One of the best ways to stay warm is to exercise regularly and stay active throughout the day. Exercise is a great way to generate heat in your body, which will keep you warmer for longer periods of time.
Exercising stimulates your metabolism, which helps burn additional calories that can create heat. Just like shivering does (see above), exercising immediately causes a spike in the rate at which you burn calories.
This increase in calorie burning doesn’t have to be restricted to certain times of the day—you can do it all day long! Going for a walk, taking a yoga class or even doing jumping jacks during commercial breaks all count as exercise and will keep you warm by increasing your metabolism.
If you work on a computer or spend most of your day sitting down, one easy way to incorporate more exercise into your life is by scheduling walk breaks every hour or so. Getting up from your desk and moving around will help improve both your mood and focus, as well as give you an instant boost of heat.
Regular exercise also makes it easier for you to fall asleep at night and gives you better quality sleep overall—something that’s especially important when temperatures drop so low outside!
Love your laptop? Keep it warm!
If you’re like me, you spend a significant portion of your day attached to your laptop. The last thing we want is for it to freeze up on us in the middle of the workday. For this reason, it’s important to keep our laptops warm and safe during these colder months:
- Do not place your laptop near a window. Windows are prime spots for drafts and air leaks. Even if your windows are shut tight, cold air can seep through any gaps or cracks that might be present around their edges.
- Do not place your laptop on your lap—nor should you cover it with a blanket or other warm object. Though this may seem counterintuitive (a little warmth can’t hurt, right?), keeping a laptop too close to one’s body creates an unnatural heat that can cause irreversible damage over time.
- As tempting as it may be to keep it under the covers—especially if the battery is dying and there’s nowhere else to charge—do not leave your laptop in bed with you overnight! Laptops don’t belong between the sheets; they lose their material integrity when put into such an environment and will be damaged beyond repair within minutes.
- It might also seem logical to put one’s computer on a cold surface (such as the floor) in order to draw warmth from its surroundings, but this actually causes damage much more quickly than would otherwise occur—especially if said surface is carpeted! Carpet fibers form static charges that easily transfer through electronic components; since laptops are composed of metallic wires and silicon chips, they’re especially susceptible to these kinds of shock-waves. Best case scenario? You’ll have some downtime while rebooting/restoring files from backup; worst case scenario? Your entire hard drive will wipe itself clean in a flash of bright sparks!
Sleep with extra blankets when needed.
- Sleep with extra blankets when needed.
If you’re still cold, no matter what else you do to warm up, then sleep with extra blankets at night. The same way that you would use a hot water bottle to heat your bed up, using another blanket can help keep the heat in while you sleep and make sure that you wake up warm and cozy in the morning.
You could also try out some heated blankets if you want to be really comfortable and cozy, but it can still be hard to turn these off once they’re on so make sure that you have an electric blanket cover or something similar over them before you fall asleep!
Examine any drafts around doors and windows and seal them off if necessary.
- Weatherstripping and insulating film can be purchased at hardware stores. Draft blockers can be bought or made.
- Look for gaps in your doors and windows, feeling with your hands to see if any cold air is escaping through them.
- Be aware of gaps between the bottom of exterior doors and the threshold.
- Look for small gaps around electrical outlets, light switches, etc., on exterior walls and seal them off with caulk or foam sealant as needed.
Don’t let ice build up on your windows or windshields, especially if you are getting into a car that is not kept in a garage during wintertime.
When driving in the winter, you could find yourself having to deal with a frozen windshield. This can be caused by condensation from your breath or from snow and ice that is on your car.
To avoid this problem, keep your car in a garage as much as possible. If you cannot keep it inside, use a windshield cover over your car overnight to keep it from getting covered in snow.
To help prevent frost on the inside of your windows, run a humidifier in your home overnight. If you do find yourself needing to get rid of frost on the inside of your windows, do not scrape it with anything that could scratch the glass as this will only make it worse! Instead, use an old CD or credit card because those won’t cause any damage at all!
If you are driving and notice frost starting to build up on your windows or windshields during wintertime, stop driving immediately so that there isn’t an accident due to poor visibility from these conditions! You may also want consider using a de-icer spray like Rain-X which will help melt away any accumulated ice quickly without damaging its surface (or yours!).15 Best Ways To Keep Warm This Winter
It’s getting cold out, baby. Make sure you’re prepared to keep yourself warm during the winter with these 15 tips:
1. Make hot cocoa and drink it with your friends (or alone!) while binge-watching all your favorite shows
2. Get someone to knit you a hat, scarf, and pair of mittens
3. Read a book on the couch with a cup of tea or cider
4. Go ice skating! You’ll stay warm even if you fall!
5. Wear comfy clothes around the house that are made of fabrics like flannel or cotton
6. Bundle up and take a walk outside—you’ll get some exercise AND some fresh air (and probably a cold nose)
7. Wear an extra sweater or two under your clothes when you go outside—no one will be able to tell!
8. Bring a book with you when you go somewhere and read it if you get cold in line or waiting for your car to be fixed
9. Go on vacation somewhere tropical until spring arrives again (you know, later this month)
10. Buy a [product]—it’s a great way to stay warm all the time!
Hey, ladies!
After a long day of work, there’s nothing better than a cozy night in with some of your fave people or furry friends. But if your apartment is as drafty as mine, you’re probably looking for ways to stay warm without breaking the bank on oil or cranking up that thermostat. Here are 15 great ways to keep warm this winter:
1. Get moving! Go for a walk around the block with some friends, go shopping, or even clean up your place. You’ll be surprised at how much warmer you feel after getting the blood flowing!
2. Layer up! If you have enough clothes on, even the airiest apartment will start to feel warm and cozy. Put on a vest under your sweater and wear socks instead of slippers—you’ll be glad you did!
3. Invest in a weighted blanket. They’re all the rage right now, and for good reason! Not only do they help with anxiety and sleep problems, but they also keep you nice and toasty—plus they save energy by keeping you from cranking up that heat!
4. Snuggle up with someone else. When all else fails, find another body to snuggle up next to—whether it’s someone
While the months of winter can be long and cold, they don’t have to be miserable. We’ve compiled a list of our fifteen favorite ways to stay warm this season, from low-cost DIY projects to creative and thoughtful gift ideas.
Let’s start with our favorite no-expense-needed ways to stay warm:
1) Wear socks!
2) Wear a hat!
3) Wear gloves!
4) Create a blanket fort with your friends or family!
5) Make some hot chocolate! If you want to get fancy, add a mint or other flavor.
6) If you’re in school, do your homework near a radiator or heat vent! It’s like having your own personal heater that doesn’t use any electricity.
7) Don’t forget to wear a scarf if it’s windy outside. You can also wrap it around your head and face like a ninja!
8) Try making hand warmers out of old socks with rice in them. Just sew up the end of the sock where you put the rice, and throw it in the microwave for one minute. Once it’s cooled off enough, you can tuck them into your pockets and warm up your hands that way.
Now let’s get into
Winter’s coming, and everyone knows what that means:
Ice scrapers: get ready to use them every single day. Skiers: hit the slopes and burn off some of that cabin fever. Netflix bingers: it’s time to binge again (we know how you like to hibernate). And for everyone else? It’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to keep yourself warm now that the temperature has dropped.
So, without further ado, here are our top 15 ways to keep yourself nice and toasty this winter season!
Wear more clothes. This is a no-brainer, but sometimes it’s easy to forget. Bringing a large scarf or hat to wrap up in helps when you’re outside, and wearing layers underneath your coat will help you retain heat.
Make sure your windows are properly sealed. If cold air is coming in through cracks or open windows, it will make your house feel colder no matter how much heat you have on inside.
Keep your feet warm. You lose most of your body heat through your feet, so make sure they’re nice and warm by wearing thick socks or slippers around the house, especially if you have a concrete floor or hardwood floors (which aren’t great at holding in heat
It’s getting cold, and we all know what that means: it’s time to get cozy.
Even if you’re not a huge fan of winter, you can still find ways to enjoy the season—especially if you’re prepared for the chill. Here are some of our favorite suggestions for staying warm and comfortable during these cold months.
1. Get a hot water bottle.
2. Buy non-perishable foods in bulk and cook them in advance so you don’t have to worry about going outside during cold snaps.
3. Install a wood-burning stove at home.
4. Purchase a sleep mask with built-in heaters and use it every night before bed.
5. Wear layers! Layers are your friend during wintertime because they provide an extra buffer between your skin and the air outside. The key here is to layer correctly—and don’t forget about socks or gloves either! If you want more than just one pair of socks, then make sure each pair fits snugly over each other so that there’s no room for cold air between them (and your feet). That way, even if one gets wet or dirty it’ll still keep you warm because another one will trap its heat inside of itself until both pairs dry out
As the weather gets colder, it’s normal to start feeling nostalgic for the sunny days of summer.
But don’t despair! When you wrap the kids up in a fluffy blanket and watch the snow fall outside, or cuddle up in front of a roaring fire to read a book with your partner, you’ll realize that winter is its own kind of beautiful.
We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite ways to stay cozy this season. Which one will you try first?
1) Go on a hike at your local park. The brisk temperature will feel invigorating! And when you get home, make yourself some hot cocoa and enjoy the view.
2) Take up knitting. You won’t just be creating something beautiful—you’ll also be creating your own hand-made scarf or blanket to keep you warm all winter long.
3) Make soup with the rest of those veggies from your garden that didn’t quite make it into last week’s pie.
4) Try something new: take an ice skating lesson with your spouse or sign up for a cooking class at the local community college. It’ll get you out of the house and shaking off that wintry chill!
5) Read a book by the fire (or
1. Sleep in a pile of puppies
2. Eat tons and tons of spicy food
3. Stay inside with a fire and a good book
4. Cuddle with a significant other
5. Drink hot chocolate with a friend
6. Make soup on the stovetop to warm up your kitchen
7. Get your car heater checked before the cold season
8. Take a hot bath before going to bed
9. Wear layers, layers, layers!
10. Go skating or skiing somewhere with an outdoor rink or slope (bonus points if it’s BYOB)
11. Drink whiskey while you’re at it (also works well with hot chocolate)
12. Sit by the fireplace in a hotel lobby (or anywhere else that has one that isn’t yours) [make sure it’s not against the rules]
13. Wear socks to bed—you’d be surprised how much of a difference this makes!
14. Wear mittens instead of gloves—it may seem like gloves are better, but mittens keep your fingers warmer because they’re all together in one space (and you can wear hand-warmers in them!)
15. Give yourself permission to do absolutely nothing—sometimes just having time to sit still is