Despite icy temperatures, many people motivate themselves to exercise. Psychologists and doctors emphasize the importance of movement against winter blues. Hobby runners and cyclists explain in a podcast how they stay active in the cold.
Winter months in Germany often bring temperatures just above freezing and short days when the sun disappears by afternoon. Nevertheless, movement is essential right now to prevent winter blues, as recommended by psychologists and doctors.
In the ZEIT podcast 'Anruf an alle', hobby athletes share their strategies. A hobby runner advises starting in good weather: "The trick is to stay in motion." He motivates himself by signing up for a charity run in winter and training beforehand.
A caller has acquired suitable jogging clothes for every weather to run regardless of conditions. Another participant emphasizes finding the right sport: For him, it's playing football with friends. The episode also discusses Germany's most popular sport and ways to integrate movement into daily life.
Host Poliana Baumgarten moderates the show, available on platforms like Spotify and Apple. Readers are invited to send voice messages to participate in future episodes.