How to stay active when it’s dark and cold outside

Autumn is upon us, and if the darker mornings and evenings mean you'd much rather stay snuggled in bed than get outside for a workout, you're not alone. While it can be harder to stay motivated to exercise through autumn and winter, personal trainer Sarah Campus says that keeping consistent with fitness can have lots of benefits for your mood and overall well-being. From how to build movement into darker days to keeping safe when you're exercising outdoors, we've got you covered.

Simple ways to build movement into darker days

Darker days can be demotivating , but we can still remain active with these simple and effective tips and habits recommended by personal trainer Sarah…

Start small and indoors:

© Getty Images Working out at home can be a good alternative when it's dark out