Winter-Proof Your Workout at Huntlee Fitness

Pat Kermode
7 hours ago
2 min read

People exercising in a gym with yellow equipment. One person stretches leg forward. Sunlight streams in, creating an energetic atmosphere. — Credit: Standing Free Photography

Let’s face it: the winter cold can kill your exercise motivation quickly.

It’s dark before dinner, your bed is warm, and the cold air outside your doona feels like an instant “nope.” But staying consistent through the colder months doesn’t have to be complicated. At Huntlee Fitness, we’re all about keeping things simple, sustainable, and realistic, especially when the weather’s working against you.

Start with the basics: build your routine around good sleep and structure. Staying up late and getting by on five hours a night won’t always make for the best training sessions. Set a consistent sleep and wake time; it’ll give you more energy, better focus, and a higher chance of sticking to your training.

Whether it’s early morning, lunchtime or after work, book in sessions and treat them like appointments. Do yourself a favour and lower the pressure you put on yourself - you don’t need to live in the gym during winter.

Simply turn up enough when it works for you, and if your food, sleep, and recovery are solid, two or three 30–40-minute sessions a week can be enough to maintain progress. Winter is a perfect time to stop chasing PB’s and focus on showing up. Some weeks, ticking the box and showing up is a win.

Of course, the cold doesn’t help, but it’s manageable. Layer up, bring a hoodie, and start your sessions with some mobility or light movement to get your body warm. You’ll feel better after the first five minutes. Cold showers or ice baths at home can also help build mental and physical resilience for those tough mornings.

Supplements can give you a push when motivation’s low, and a touch of caffeine, however you prefer it, can help get you through the door. Just remember to use them as tools, not crutches.

Most importantly, remember why you started. Training isn’t a chore, it’s a way to feel stronger, fitter, and more in control. Set small, realistic goals and celebrate the wins. Winter doesn’t have to be your off-season. Stay sharp. Stay moving. Keep showing up.

For more information, visit huntleefitness.com.au