Over the weekend, I asked Facebook readers if they exercised inside or outside, and the answers were all mixed. There are good reasons for exercising in both, so if you're having a hard time deciding where to get your sweat on, check out the chart below.
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Pros to Outdoor Exercise |
- The temp is always consistent so you never have to waste time finding the right outfit to wear.
- Air conditioning reduces your risk of overheating.
- There are no bugs.
- There's no risk of sunburn.
- There's less risk of getting lost — no GPS required.
- There's also less risk of being approached by sketchy characters and growling dogs.
- You can watch TV while you use the machines at the gym.
- It's easy to track your workout with the treadmill, elliptical, or stationary bike's readout.
- If you get injured, help is close by.
- You can exercise regardless of the weather.
- It's a great option if you have allergies.
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- Fresh, clean air means less exposure to germs.
- You can bring your dog along.
- You can work out in a new place every time, which prevents boredom.
- You can use a GPS to chart your workout.
- You can exercise on all types of terrain, which helps strengthen your body more effectively and prevent injury.
- There's more variety in the types of workouts you can do: rock climbing, surfing, kayaking, trail running, horseback riding, etc.
- Many types of outdoor exercise are free such as running, hiking, and swimming.
- You don't have to wait your turn to use the great outdoors like you often do with the machines at a gym.
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Research shows that the visual stimulation that outdoor exercise offers makes you work out harder.
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Studies also show that outdoor exercise boosts your mood and self-esteem.
- You get a free dose of vitamin D.
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In the Summer, do you exercise more often inside or outside?
