January 2009 Archives

This weekend I spent a few hours each day snowshoeing through the parks with my wife and my dog.  I noticed the two winter activities that appeared to be most popular here in Chicago were snowshoeing and cross country skiing.  The skiers outnumbered the snowshoers by a 2:1 ratio.

I did a little research to determine if either activity provided a better workout. From the research I found the calories burned were the same, although I am sure the muscle groups worked varies a bit.

I have focused on snowshoeing over cross country skiing as of late because it is easier for me to bring my dog along when I have more freedom of movement than I do with skis.

What is your favorite winter activity?

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