Fitness Anywhere Series: Seniors, Disabled Enjoy the Great Outdoors
Can you do something for me? Go to a park on a beautiful day, breathe in deeply and then breathe out slowly. Now look around; the leaves on the trees gently rustling in the wind, the sun's rays fighting through the clouds and the grass below you vibrant green and soft. You didn't have to run a mile, or move much for that matter, but the health benefits of being outside and getting fresh air are undeniable.
Whether you have a disability that keeps you bedridden, or you're a senior who doesn't get out of the house much, finding a way outdoors - even if it's your own backyard - can be a great change of scenery that enlivens your senses. As you can imagine, the benefits of exercising while outdoors can provide the same, if not better, results. Here are just some of the many ways just about anybody can get outside and get moving:
Outdoors
- Take walks
- Ride a bicycle
- Do push ups against a sturdy tree
- Take long, deliberate strides to the mailbox
- Walk up and down stairs
- Find a quiet place in the woods and do some deep breathing exercises
- Work in the garden
- Go to the park and meandor
- Sweep the porch
What other kinds of activities can you engage in to stay fit outside? Share them here!