From the sun setting later on in the evening to laying by the pool with a cold drink, summertime can be one of the best seasons. With kids at home and routines going out of whack, this season can get tricky in terms of staying on top of your workouts. Summer definitely calls on to find the perfect balance between staying healthy and treating yourself.

From hikes up in the mountains to having lunches in the park, summertime brings a diverse range of outdoor activities. The warm weather is perfect to take your workout outside to do to stay active while enjoying the outdoors.

Need some tips? Keep Reading!

Trail / Neighborhood Runs – One of the most refreshing feelings is getting home after a run around the neighborhood or a trail near your house. From using apps to track progress or just simply running on a path, this is one of the easiest ways to get your workout in during the summer.

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Hit the Beach! – Beach is one of my favorite places to get my summer workout in, because I also get that sun kissed tan! There are so many things to do at the beach besides swimming. From playing in the sand to the water, check out some of the best activities to get that heart pumping and a smile on your face.

• Volleyball
• Take a morning or evening run – Pro Tip-add some ankle weights for that extra push!
• Surf
• Paddle board

Outdoor Classes – Fitness classes are a great outdoor exercise activity that can challenge the body and ease the mind. There are many outdoor yoga classes being offered at your local parks during summer. So, ditch your mat and perform Yoga with a trainer in the grass; performing Yoga outside takes away the controlled environment that you can often get in an indoor mat class.

One benefit of the COVID-19 pandemic was the creation, discovery and massive utilization of virtual workout classes. There are thousands of yoga, running, and specialized workout videos for everyone at every level. So instead of doing them at home take your workout mat to the park or porch and even bring a buddy!

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Hiking- Hit the trail this summer to build muscle, clear your head and breath in fresh air. An hour hike can help you torch over 350 calories and will challenge and muscles differently.

Biking- Is your bike gathering dust in the garage. It’s time to take it out and ride it this summer. A bike ride is a total body workout while enjoying the outdoors. You get bonus benefits of forest bathing if you hit the trails with your mountain bike.

Summer is short and sweet so don’t miss the fun this season! There are so many activities to keep you outdoors, from playing in the park with your kids to surfing in the ocean. It can be difficult to get up and get started sometimes, but now that you have some ideas, get outside, stay healthy, and enjoy your summer!