Tuesday, July 1, 2014

New Ways To Get Out And Get Moving!

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From Elizabeth Scott, M.S., your About.com Health Editor
Exercise carries benefits for longevity, fitness, stress management, and overall wellness, as you may already know; outdoor exercise brings unique benefits as well. If you’re not getting as much physical activity as you could, now is the perfect time to change that by getting outside and moving!  Get motivated by learning even more about the benefits of exercise.  You can make it work for your particular situation by discovering new options for workouts that can fit well with your personality and lifestyle.  Take advantage of summer; this week can mark the beginning of a new workout habit that really enhances your health and provides you with some fun at the same time.  (Just don’t forget your sunscreen!)
-- Elizabeth Scott

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Specific Benefits of Outdoor Exercise

If you’re not taking advantage of beautiful weather with regular outdoor workouts, you’re missing out on something great!  Here are some of the specific benefits of getting exercise outdoors.

Outdoor Workouts: What To Try

If you’d like to start getting exercise outside, there are several easy options for beginners—you may want to try a few and see what you like most.  Here are some of our favorite beginning outdoor routines to try.


More Advanced Outdoor Workouts

If you’re no stranger to exercise, you may be wondering if an outdoor workout can match what your gym can offer, and you may be surprised!  Here are some outdoor workout plans for those who already exercise regularly but are new to outdoor workouts.

Exercise For Those With Specific Needs

If you have asthma, osteoarthritis, or many other conditions, you may have more concerns than the average person who wants to start a new exercise routine. The good news is that there are outdoor exercises that work well for many unique situations!  Here are some of the best from our About.com Health experts.


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