Fun Things to Do in Winter (Besides eat cheese)

1. Check the blog of the snow groomer guy for the Iowa City environs to see where he's been lately/what the conditions are

2. Put on as many layers as it takes to cover up every body part except eyeballs and nostrils (don't forget a sweat-wicking base layer!)

3.  Drive to the Recreation Area next to frozen-over (!) Lake Macbride

4.  Step into ridiculously long and flimsy cross-country skis

5. Shove off!

6. Go 3 feet, fall down, and start walking as if you're on the elliptical machine at the gym

Cross country skiing is such a workout! But I love being able to "ski uphill." And to be outside for a good stretch of time and not only not be cold but be sweaty!  Here's to another good dusting of snow this week and heading out on the trails this weekend!