Women's Fitness

BASE LEVEL

Let’s face it, it’s pretty darn freezing out there now, and our inclination for exercise in the cold may be minimal as we approach the bitter wintry months. Getting on the treadmill or going to the gym may be our preferred exercise of choice, but sometimes being in the great outdoors and feeling the elements on our skin can work wonders for our mental health. One essential piece of winter kit to have when heading outside is a good-quality base layer, because having a warm core when exercising not only keeps the cold at bay, but also prevents you from catching a cold. And being warm on the inside means being happy on the

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