SMOKO Magazine: The Bi-Monthly Digital Publication of I.R.S. 4 | Page 12

Everybody not living in a completely isolated unit and working inside next to a heater cannot has missed it: winter is coming. The temperature drops, the singlet gets traded for long sleeves and the thongs for boots and the aircon gets turned into the red. We're giving you tradies some tips to beat these cold winter mornings and the Weekend Warriors a few handy advices for camping in harsh conditions.

- Plan what you are wearing the night before

A quick win to gain a few more minutes in bed. You could also make and pack your lunch the night beforehand.

- A decent alarm

How annoying is a noisy irritating alarm that startles you awake? Invest in a radio alarm and set it to a station playing relaxing or soothing music to gradually wake you.

- A hot breakfast

No not just bacon & eggs, but warm porridge with honey or Weetabix is a recommended breakfast all year round.

- Hydro Flask

Works well in both summer and winter for keeping drinks at the right temperature. Or make yourself a nice soup .