Avoid a winter exercise funk with these tips

When the temperatures drop below freezing, it's hard not to get into a winter funk, especially when it comes to exercise. I'm a big walker when it's nice out, so my efforts take a big hit when it's too cold to go outside. Here are some tips from eDiets:

• Plan a getaway to somewhere warm. You'll be able to spend your vacation swimming, hiking and doing other active things, and you'll come back to the cold feeling refreshed and recharged. Plus, the lead-up to the vacation may involve some gym visits to get you in bathing-suit shape.
• Hire a personal trainer. Plan to see a fitness professional for the winter season -- that way, you have a structured program that you'll be motivated to follow.
  
• Find a workout buddy. Then you're accountable to someone when it comes to working out.
  
• Join a fitness club, such as a running club, swimming club or even skiing club.
  
• Be realistic. It's okay to gain a bit of weight over the winter, but make sure it's not more than 5 lbs.
  
• Set up a home gym. Take advantage of the boxing day sales and get a set of weights or a cardio machine for your home.
  
• Wake up early. Peeling yourself out of bed in the morning to workout will make every day a bit better for you.
  
• Commit to 10 minutes a day. That's it. Anyone can do 10 minutes a day, right?