I've been walking outside a lot this winter and I find that -20C isn't really that cold anymore and I can run around with my coat open when it's -7C. Does the body become more accustomed to the cold when it's exposed more to it, or is it all in my head?
(Sorry if the category seems inappropriate)
2007-03-10 01:43:38 · 4 answers · asked by Cybele 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Weather
Your bodies can adapt to different environments on many different levels. In colder weather, your hair may grow a little faster trying to keep your body warm, your blood may thicken, your metabolism may slow down, and you may put on a few pounds of fat. So yes, your body does become more adjusted to it.
2007-03-10 05:35:23 · answer #1 · answered by monarenee 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Humans adapt to climate conditions. We've seen that through history and find locations that provide to the most stable environments for our social development. Based from personal experience, I became more accustomed to the cold weather in San Francisco when I lived there for 3 years. When I moved back to Southern Califonria I would go out wearing a just shirt on chilly nights, something I hadn't done before...
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2007-03-10 09:54:19 · answer #2 · answered by jcesar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think we do, a little bit. I used to work in a controlled temp. 68 F year around.
Even now that I'm retired, I can be comfortable with a sweatshirt on when my husband is complaining about the cold.
2007-03-10 10:11:00 · answer #3 · answered by kiwi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as its 40F and above, that's OK. Anything below that, forget it.
2007-03-10 12:00:11 · answer #4 · answered by Michael R 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋