Its getting colder out, the air is more crisp, and the layers just keep on adding. Most people dread the day we get our first snow fall of the season, others dig out our winter hats, mitts and helmets to get ready for a new year of winter sports. Whether it is snowboarding, skiing, hockey, or curling, the winter brings some exciting activity's to keep you motivated and healthy. I myself have grown up downhill skiing. Ever since I was a young toddler my family had taught me and encouraged me to stay active even through the coldest months. Skiing became a large part of my life as well as my family's. Each week-end I go up to Ski Wentworth to get a few runs on the slopes. To me this is a great way to clear my head, relax, enjoy the out doors and still get some exercises. A few years ago I started coaching young racers in a program called "snow stars". I would coach young children different techniques and ways of downhill racing. These young racers were always eager and excited to hit the snow and the passion from these kids were unbelievable, the cold air never bothered them as along as they were having fun. What I wonder is where along the way do we lose this excitement to try new things and get out of our comfort zone. Winter should be just as exciting as summer, colder yes, but still so many different activity's and sports to get involved in. After a long day out in the snow, a hot chocolate or cappuccino by the fire is well deserved. This is what I call Winter!!
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My whole family
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