Get ready to pack up the snow boots for the season because warm weather is on its way my friends! (Well…we hope) Especially in the Northeast, this winter has been one of the worst in recent memory. We don’t mind the snow, but the bitter cold is enough to make anybody want to stay inside all day. The promise of upcoming 50-degree days is very exciting for all of us. For those of us who have been stuck inside because of the cold, let’s cheer for sunny days and give those running shoes some fresh air!
The warming weather brings many of us out of the crowded gyms and into the glistening sunshine to enjoy exercise outdoors! Here are a few fun spring fresh ideas to take your workout outside. Time to put those new (or sometimes old) running shoes to the test. Go for a brief run or walk around the block. Explore parts of your neighborhood you’ve never run before! If you’re not in the mood for a plain old run or the local trails are still a little muddy, try hitting up a near by track or park. There you can ramp up your workout by incorporating stairs or bleachers. Stairs are great for your entire lower body and help improve speed. If you’re feeling extra motivated, you could even add in some pushup and planks in between sets.
Now, if that doesn’t strike your fancy, why not try taking your workout to your local playground? Try out these moves using some of your childhood favorites – Plank Pike Push-up. There are so many options try one or try them all! It doesn’t matter what you choose, as long as you are getting that heart rate up and blood pumping…get out and enjoy spring! Haven’t we all had enough of winter anyway?