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Exercise Well-Armed!

My friend Louise & I love our removable sleeves.

My friend Louise & I love our removable sleeves.

Here’s a great item to add to your outdoor exercise wardrobe: removable sleeves.

While they’re usually used by cyclists, I find them ideal for any kind of outdoor activity.

They’re perfect for an early morning workout when you know a jacket or long sleeve top will eventually be too warm…but it’s too chilly to start out in just a T-shirt.

Just pull on your removable sleeves. Once you get warmed up and/or the air temperature goes up, simply peel them off and stuff them in a pocket. Brilliant!

No bulky jacket to tie around your waist, no too-hot long sleeve top to deal with for the remainder of your workout.

They’re also perfect when you want to protect your arms from the strong rays of the sun.

You can find sleeves at most cycling stores and at www.mec.ca, www.rei.com (in the U.S.) and www.columbiasportswear.ca.

Barb Gormley

Barb Gormley is a Toronto, Canada, Nordic walking instructor and master trainer, virtual group exercise instructor, and author.