Walk Yourself Ready for Summer

The weather is warming up and that can only mean one thing for exercise enthusiasts…finally, we can do some workouts outside!!! After months and months of only having the option to go to the gym to workout, it is so refreshing to change it up and do some workouts outside. Running, walking, biking, hiking, swimming, waterskiing, etc, are all great outdoor activities that will get your heart rate up and help you burn calories. Utilize these few months where the days are warm but not too hot yet. You won’t regret getting outside and smelling the flowers that are starting to pop up.

Here are a few things you can use to help maximize your outdoor exercise.

Get yourself a pedometer to track how far you have walked, how many calories you’ve burned, and how many steps you’ve taken. This helps you to track your progress and motivates you to do more.

This particular pedometer has:

a unique dual sensor technology so it can be carried in your pocket or bag
accurately measures your steps, as well as aerobic steps and minutes, measures calorie consumption during your workout, as well as the distance you’ve traveled
an easy-to-read LCD display
comes with a detachable belt holder and security strap

Have you tried the Shape Ups from Sketchers? They are a shoe that is designed to help you shape up while you walk.

Shape Ups are also designed to:

promote weight loss
strengthen the back
firm calf and buttock muscles
reduce cellulite and tone your thighs
increase cardiovascular health
improve posture
reduce stress on knee and ankle joints

To find out more of the product features go here. So get yourself some new shoes and get out and go walking. You will feel yourself getting more tone and burning more calories with the Skechers Shape Ups.

Make sure you aren’t leaving the house to go exercising without water. You need to stay hydrated–especially as the days begin to get hot. Get yourself a good water bottle–and not one of those disposable ones you buy at the grocery store.

This particular water bottle from CamelBak:

easy sipping, no spilling and BPA FREE
quick flip close – folds flush and stays clean when not in use.
one hand usage – just flip up the Big Bite Valve and sip. No tipping required.
adapts to other bottles – -standard cap size allows our lid to fit other bottles

For more product specification go here.

So make the commitment today to get yourself outside and exercise while it’s nice weather!

June 7, 2010 Posted in: Basics to Losing Weight, Exercise