Benefits of Exercising Outside
With the advancement of modern technology
we are not required to move. This also includes exercise which
is readily available in most gyms.
But I challenge you
to try to exercise outside for the following reasons. You will be glad you did.
First of all it is free. While most gyms charge at their base fee of
at least thirty dollars per month exercising outside allows you to work out in
the great outdoors for free. It also
gives you the opportunity to work out at any time since most gyms have fixed hour schedules.
The sun is a great mood enhancer,
strengthens the immune system and provides Vitamin D. It has also been known to
protect against cancer.
The constant state of being outside
encourages more complex body movements, increases muscle usage, provides
changing scenery and domain and excites the brain. It also decreases depression and mood
disorders as well as provide raised endorphins. It burns more calories as you
are required to overcome wind, heat and cold and changes in your physical
environment such as rain, snow and light.
Last of all a natural environment gives
an appreciation for nature, a healing, relaxing environment and most important
a place to tune into one’s thoughts and feelings as they search for answers
from God. Exercise outside and you will be glad you did.
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