Cold feet?

I’ve got a bit of a situation with my feet getting freezing cold. It isn't really a major issue in my day-to-day life, but whenever I head out for a day of skiing, things go south fast. For the first hour or two, I'm fine, but after that, my feet get so cold they actually start to numb up—specifically my toes. My current strategy involves layering on a ton of socks, either multiple thin ones or maybe one or two pairs of heavy wool ones. When I step indoors, I take my ski boots off and try to warm them up by blowing on them or rubbing them, but once I get back out onto the snow after thirty minutes, the discomfort becomes unbearable. Honestly, just the thought of a skiing trip gives me a bit of anxiety because I'm constantly dreading those frozen toes. Does anyone have any actual advice?
Some people suggested wrapping my feet in newspaper and plastic wrap before putting my boots on, or perhaps taking some circulation supplements.
I was also considering buying those gel packs you see at pharmacies—the ones in clear bags with blue jelly inside that you keep in the freezer for injuries. I thought about keeping one on the radiator overnight to warm it up before sliding it into my boots, but someone told me those lose their heat way too quickly to be useful for this.
Are there specific heating pads, warm inserts, or anything similar designed for this?
Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

Hold on, if you're dealing with freezing feet every single day, you probably need to think twice about going skiing. It's gonna be tough. Right?

(Maybe she already headed out for a ski trip. 😁 )

That’s one reason I can't stand skiing or any of those long winter activities—the cold. I guess summer and just wearing shorts is better.😁

As for having cold feet, I've dealt with that since I was little. I suppose I've just gotten used to it, though when it gets really freezing, I stay indoors. I sometimes wonder if I'd be a total wreck if I froze solid after walking only five steps in all my layers.

Kimberly Scott12 said:I’ve got this issue with cold feet. It’s not a huge deal day-to-day, but when I go skiing, things get messy. Everything feels fine for the first hour or two, then my feet just freeze up—specifically my toes. I try layering up with tons of socks, like several thin pairs or maybe one thick pair, or I’ll duck inside somewhere, take off my ski boots, and try rubbing my feet to get the blood moving. Once they thaw out a bit, I head back out, but thirty minutes later, it’s unbearable again. Honestly, just thinking about skiing gives me anxiety because I know my toes are going to freeze. Any advice?
Someone told me to wrap my feet in newspaper and plastic wrap before putting on my boots, and suggested taking circulation pills or something.
I was thinking about buying those gel packs from the drugstore—the ones in clear bags with blue jelly inside that you usually keep in the freezer for injuries. Maybe I could leave one on the radiator overnight and pop it in my boots while skiing? But someone mentioned they lose heat too fast for that to work.
Are there any heating pads, warm inserts, or anything like that?
Anyone got ideas?

I'm guessing those boots are getting too tight with all those layers, which is cutting off your circulation. Try just wearing one pair of socks... skiing is actually great exercise for circulation anyway.

I haven't actually tried them out yet,
though my feet aren't usually that cold—they aren't exactly warm either, just fine—but once I bundle up in those heavy snow boots to head out into the snow, it becomes an absolute disaster.
I did end up buying boots two sizes larger this year, so maybe that was part of the solution.

My feet have always been freezing pretty much all year round, except during the summer months 😍, but ever since I moved from the coast to the Midwest—you know, moving inland—I barely deal with cold feet anymore because everywhere here
has decent heating. It’s all central heat, usually set to around 72 or 73 degrees, which is my sweet spot 🙂
If I'm in a room where the temperature drops below 72, my feet almost instantly
go ice cold. And once your feet are frozen, you're basically an ice cube 👎

When I go skiing: after two hours on the slopes, my feet are numb. I head into an indoor
heated lodge, peel off my ski boots to warm up my feet, grab a snack, have a little
something hot, and then head back out onto the trail

silvermason16 said:I used to have freezing feet pretty much year-round, except during the summer months 😍. But ever since I moved from the coast to the Midwest—you know, moving inland—my feet almost never get cold anymore. Everywhere here
is so well-heated; there’s central heating everywhere, usually set at a perfect 72 or 74 degrees, which is my sweet spot 🙂
. If I happen to be in a room where the temperature dips below 72, it's a lost cause—my feet go
absolutely ICE COLD 👎
.
When I'm out skiing: after about two hours on the slopes, my feet just freeze solid. I head into an indoor,
heated lodge, peel off my ski boots to warm them up, grab a bite to eat, have a little
something hot to drink, and then head back out onto the trails
.

That's probably the only way to handle it.

Your hands and feet get cold because your core is freezing. Period.
In order to keep your torso warm—along with all those vital organs—your body slows down circulation to your extremities to conserve energy for the center. It’s pretty straightforward.
So, just bundle up better.

Good luck.

Roger Smith6 said:When your core temperature drops, your hands and feet get freezing cold. Period.
Basically, in order to keep your torso warm (along with all those super important organs), your body just slows down circulation to your extremities to save up all that energy for the center. It’s pretty straightforward, really.
So, yeah, just bundle up and stay cozy.

good luck!

But what about when you're sweating while skiing and your toes feel like literal ice cubes?😬
I mean, I deal with this exact same thing constantly... last time I was thawing my feet out in the car, they were stinging so badly I think I actually saw stars for a second.😠
So, I went ahead and ordered these heated insoles online—they're made for ski boots, but honestly work for basically any boot or shoe.😁
There are tons of different kinds depending on how much you want to spend or what features you need.
http://search.ebay.com/search/search....ung&category0=

I'm gonna try them out next weekend, so I'll let you guys know if they actually work!👍

My mom's always struggling with cold feet. She heard there's a thing about copper-infused socks helping with circulation, so I'm wondering where I can actually find some of those around here.

Just one dose of Ginkgo Biloba a day and the whole thing is sorted. I’ve personally tested it, and honestly, it worked just as well for me too...

I’ve been digging through the forums, but I haven't found much specifically addressing this issue...
So, here's the deal—as soon as the weather starts turning cold, my feet go absolutely freezing the second I lie down. I know I shouldn't soak them in hot water because of the risk of dilating my veins. In the past, I used to try a little trick—about 15 minutes before heading to the couch or getting into bed, I’d hop on the elliptical just to get my circulation moving. It helps, sure, but the moment I actually settle in, they're cold again. I'm at a bit of a loss. And please, don't give me that old advice about how my circulation will magically fix itself once I have kids—I’m still young! 🙂 For those of you who deal with ice-cold feet, how do you actually manage to warm them up??😢

Sleep in socks—specifically those short athletic ones. Make sure they’re 100% cotton; stay far away from synthetic blends if you actually want your feet to breathe

Honestly, there is zero chance I’m getting any sleep during the winter without socks. If my feet are freezing, I’ll be lying there wide awake for hours. But once you get some socks on? Pretty soon after you hit the sheets, your feet warm up perfectly👍

Another pro tip: if you have the time, soak your feet in warm water right before bed. Don't just run them under the faucet; use a basin or a foot tub. As long as the water isn't scalding—just slightly warmer than your body temperature—it won't mess with your circulation. Since your feet are usually colder than the rest of you, that mild warmth feels amazing for warming them up. Once they're nice and toasty, dry them off thoroughly—I mean really get in there between the toes so they're bone dry—then toss on the socks and head to bed. You'll sleep like a baby🙂

Honestly, just a single pair of socks—or even two if things get messy—should be enough to fix this whole situation😁

Try soaking your feet in warm water before you hit the hay. It’ll help get your circulation moving, and honestly, this idea that doing so will somehow cause your veins to dilate—in any kind of negative, long-term way—is absolute nonsense.

wearygardener19 said:sleep in socks—those short athletic ones, gotta be cotton. synthetic stuff is trash for you, let your feet breathe like this

I seriously couldn't fall asleep in the winter without socks. Cold feet would keep me wide awake for hours, but once you pull them on, pretty soon after hitting the sack, your feet just get nice and toasty 👍
Also, if you've got the time, soak your feet in warm water before bed (not under the faucet, just hold them in a little plastic basin, whatever you call it). It won't mess with your veins if the water isn't scalding—just slightly warmer than body temp. Since feet are usually colder than the rest of you, that warmth feels perfect. Then dry them off really well (seriously, make sure they're bone dry, even between the toes) then toss on some socks and jump in bed. You'll sleep like a baby 🙂

Good for you, I lie down with ice-cold feet and they stay that way no matter what socks I wear.

For the OP: HOT WATER BOTTLE; HOT WATER BOTTLE; HOT WATER BOTTLE 👍
But honestly, it probably depends on how bad everyone's circulation is. Personally, my hands and feet are always freezing. My peripheral circulation is total garbage.

Another solution that requires zero effort besides having guts and actually works for cold feet: try it once you start living with someone.
Basically, all you need is a guy sharing your bed. When he goes to sleep and you're too lazy for socks or a foot bath, just sneakily press your feet against a warm part of his body... say, his butt...
That works too, but it’s only a solution a few times before your boyfriend loses his mind. Pushing that "alternative" too hard is a one-way ticket to a breakup or at least separate beds....

So, the foolproof, old-school, effective way: HOT WATER BOTTLE.

Thanks for all the advice everyone... For now, I think I'll start by soaking my feet in some warm water and just see if that helps at all...

Giving blood can actually help boost peripheral circulation for a lot of people

Looks like they scrubbed the original article from the site, so I’m just dropping the specific post where it was mentioned here.

Calf Toning (from the AFL)

Focus area: on those calf muscles
Breathing: sync it up with the movement
Repetitions: 5 reps per side
How to do it: Stand with your feet spread slightly apart, toes pointing outward. Just tuck your hands on your hips and get ready.
As you exhale, lift your left heel and shift your weight onto the ball of your left foot—you want to make it feel like your right leg is basically doing nothing at all. You should really feel that burn in your calf muscle.
Inhale and bring it back to center.
Do this 5 times on one side, then switch and do 5 on the other.
Let your arms hang loose and just settle back into your starting position.

Why bother:
It builds up the strength in your feet and calves, helps you find your balance, and makes you way more aware of how much stress your feet and legs are actually taking. Plus, it’s great for boosting circulation and helping out with varicose veins.

So just go out there and train 🙂

Peter Phillips32 said:Calf Stretching (from the American Physical Therapy Association)

Focus: target the calf muscles
Breathing: sync your breath with the movement
Repetitions: 5 reps per side
Instructions: Stand with your feet slightly apart, toes pointed outward. Place your hands on your hips.
As you exhale, lift your left heel and shift your weight onto the ball of your left foot—you’ll want to take almost all the pressure off your right leg. You should really feel that stretch through your calf muscle.
Inhale as you bring your heel back down to center.
Repeat this 5 times on the left, then 5 times on the right.
Relax your arms and return to your starting position.

Benefits:
Strengthens the muscles in your feet and lower legs, while improving balance and body awareness regarding how your weight is distributed. It also helps prevent varicose veins and boosts circulation in the legs.

So, get moving!🙂

Oh, wow!!! I love this...👍 I'm definitely going to start working on these exercises.