7. Try hot yoga
Hot yoga takes place in a room heated to a high temperature, which typically leads to profuse sweating. Perspiring in a room with a bunch of strangers might not sound that appealing (if you live in London and commute on the Underground you’ll almost certainly feel like you’re getting your fair share of that already) but, not only will it warm you up on a cold day, it will also increase your circulation – so you’ll feel warmer for longer. Not to mention centred, energised and very well stretched. And it doesn’t have to cost the earth. Lots of yoga centres will offer a month’s free trial or reduced rates for newbies, so shop about.
8. Use the oven
Wholesome, home-cooked food undoubtedly warms the co*ckles. But using the oven for stews and baking has an additional benefit. When you’ve finished using the cooker, turn it off and (if you don’t have pets or small children around) leave the oven door open. This will allow the warm air to escape into the room.
9. Embrace the DIY
With the uninviting weather outside, winter is a great time to get all those odd jobs done around the house. Clear out the loft; paint the skirting boards; finally get that picture hung on the wall. By keeping yourself moving, sanding floors and hopping up and down ladders, you generate more body heat. And you’ll have a wonderful sense of achievement to boot.
10. Stop shaving
OK, so this will require a certain level of commitment and time… Facial hair doesn’t just help you fit in with the hipsters, it also has an extremely practical benefit: a beard protects the face from inclement weather - wind, rain, snow and hail. In fact, letting hair grow freely anywhere on your body provides an extra layer of insulation for keeping you cosy and warm. Throw that razor away and get growing!
