Snowshoeing is fun

Besides being fun, snowshoeing has a lot of health benefits.  It is a low-impact activity that builds strength, endurance, and agility.  Snowshoeing is a great way to get a full-body workout, increased calorie burn, improved cardiovascular health, and enhanced mental well-being.

You can burn up to 1,000 calories per hour on snowshoes while improving your sense of well-being by connecting to nature.  Snowshoeing provides a fun and accessible way to enjoy the outdoors during winter.  Most places that allow snowshoeing like municipal and state parks do not cost anything. Other places like golf courses and cross country ski resorts may require a small trail fee.  The advantage of paying a fee is that the trails are usually groomed and labeled.  Many times there are rental shops on-site for people that do not own snowshoes.

If you enjoy running in the warm weather, you might like to try trail running on snowshoes.  See our blog on snowshoe running: https://dionnevitrek.com/blogs/news/introduction-to-snowshoe-racing-by-bob-dion

This link will take you to a an article written by Patricia Njoroge.  It covers many of the reasons that snowshoeing can help you stay fit.  

Here is a link to article specifically addressing the mental health benefits: