What to Add to Your Exercise Plan as it Gets Warmer
March is now halfway over which for most of us means that winter is finally in retreat and the weather is starting to warm. This brings with it all sorts of changes. Suddenly, going outside for activities is doable, cafes and restaurants start offering more outdoor seating, and the whole vibe of the outdoors gets better. If you are someone who is active, this means changes to your exercise routine as well. Here are a few ideas of what you can and should add to your exercise plan as the weather gets warmer towards summer.
Hiking
The first thing that you can and should add to your exercise plan as it gets warmer outside is to start hiking again. During the winter months, hiking can become more difficult, especially if you live in a colder climate where mountainous hikes get snowy and icy during the winter. During the summer, however, hiking is a great way to get some steps in while enjoying the great outdoors and growing your appreciation of nature. There are hundreds of hiking paths all over the country that vary in difficulty, so there is always something appropriate for you.
Swimming
Another great activity that you can add to your exercise plan as it gets warmer outside is swimming. If you love swimming and being in the water, but don’t like indoor pools, you’re not alone. But once the weather warms up, swimming becomes a breeze again. Swimming is a great low impact cardiovascular activity that is great for all ages. Good form can help you prevent injury while swimming. Make sure that you have proper technique for swimming effectively, efficiently, and safely before making it a habit. You can always get private coaching or lessons to improve your technique.
Walks Around the Neighborhood
The final thing that everyone should be adding to their exercise plans as it gets warmer outside is regular walks around the neighborhood. Regular exercise is the key to results in fitness, and the best way to do this is to introduce simple, easy forms of exercise into your daily routine. Taking a walk around the block or the neighborhood on a daily basis is a great way to get your body moving during the day for a productive and restful break from your work. As the weather heats up, neighborhood walks can become all the rage.
It feels like almost everything changes from winter to summer. One of the many things that should change with the weather is your exercise plan. Make sure that you are adding some of these to your exercise plan for the best routine for summer.
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