Protecting
Yourself from
the Cold
Clothes are more than style. In the cold, your clothes become the key to avoiding hypothermia.
Protecting
The Rule of 3
In the mountains, the rule of 3 becomes a golden rule for clothing. You should wear at least 3 layers of clothing, but these should be chosen carefully.
The first layer, in contact with the skin, should be breathable in order to wick away sweat and thus reduce moisture. The second layer should trap in warm air, in order to create a temperate middle section. The third and final waterproof layer should protect the body from the elements such as water and wind.
The Extremities
The hands, feet and head are most exposed to the cold. They should therefore be protected with specialist high-quality clothing (gloves, socks and hats). Glove liners work well, but heating products can be even more useful and effective in helping the body to regulate its temperature.
Gradual change
is the key
The human body hates sudden changes – that’s why it’s not a good idea to turn your flat into a sauna during the winter, or turn your car into an oven before a day’s skiing. The bigger and more sudden the drop in temperature, the harder it is for our body to implement the right measures.
