What are the benefits to exercising outdoors?

In this article you will learn what the benefits to exercising outdoors.

The options for activities to do outside for exercise are practically endless and offer many benefits that indoor exercising can’t or not nearly as well. You can also do exercise outdoors during every season of the year, all you need is a sense of adventure and the motivation. We always tell our clients to ensure they are prepared for the weather and for unforeseen things that may occur. Therefore wearing layers, proper footwear, sunglasses, sunscreen, staying hydrated and letting someone know where and when you plan to exercise are all things that need to be done in order to have a safe and successful experience.

Below are some of the benefits to exercising outdoors:

💪 A park run burns more calories than a treadmill, due to wind resistance, surface area and grade incline/decline changes.

💪 You only need five minutes to get the benefits of lowering your stress.

💪 Keeps your vitamin D in check.

💪 Improved performance.

💪 Increased weight loss.