Over the weekend, I asked Facebook readers if they exercised inside or outside, and the answers were all mixed. There are good reasons for exercising in both, so if you’re having a hard time deciding where to get your sweat on, check out the chart below.
Pros to Indoor Exercise
Pros to Outdoor Exercise
The temp is always consistent so you never have to waste time finding the right outfit to wear. [...]
People love yoga because it’s such a welcoming form of movement – there’s something for everyone. Yoga is all about embracing your body’s limitations and honoring the light and joy within you. With that said, you’re not going to feel very blissed out if you pull a hamstring trying to stick your leg behind your head. [...]
Looking for ways to speed up your metabolism and shed a few pounds this Summer? FitSugar reader eNutritionist has eight suggestions on how you can do just that; she shared this post in our Diet and Fitness Tips community group.
Whether you’re trying to lose weight, or you just want to maintain a sleek physique for the Summer, boosting your metabolism is an effective way to burn extra calories. [...]
Your inner thighs might not see much of the sun, but that doesn’t mean you should let those muscle waste away. A toned inner thigh is a healthy inner thigh – attractive and strong. And as Jackie Warner says, “Would you rather have fat under those jeans or a little bit of tone?” So show your adductors some love by trying these five inner thigh exercises next time you workout. [...]
It’s sad how fat has such a bad reputation. I used to think I should avoid all kinds of fat, but now I know that not all fats are the bad guys.
Healthy fats are the ones known as monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and omega-3 fatty acids. Don’t worry about remembering their name, just know that the good-for-you fats help lower your LDL (bad) cholesterol and boost your HDL (good) cholesterol. [...]
I went trail running yesterday and on my way back, I got a call from my mom. She was furious that I went by myself saying, “Do you know what kind of weirdos hang out in the woods?!” I assured her that I wouldn’t have gone if I felt at risk, but I saw her point. There are perks to exercising alone, like time to be in silence and think and the ability to push yourself as hard or as easy as you choose, but it’s not always the safest idea. [...]
Losing weight is not easy for so many reasons. Not only does it take commitment and determination, but it can be such a long journey that it’s tempting to give up before reaching your goal. If you have a close friend you can lean on, it’s likely to make dropping pounds easier and more likely. [...]
Some days I slip on my sports bra and sneaks and I feel so light and strong – like I could keep going and going. Other days it seems like my legs are trudging through mud. What gives? We can’t prevent bad running days entirely, but here are a few things you can do in order to have more good days than bad. [...]
Yoga is a huge part of my life, ever since a friend introduced me to the ancient practice in college over a decade ago. I do a little bit every day, but I’m definitely not as obsessed with yoga as some of my friends. Are you? Here are 10 signs you are unmistakeably a yogini through and through. [...]
You’re dieting and exercising, but still the scale won’t budge. What gives? People make common mistakes when it comes to trying to slim down, so if you’re not seeing the results you’re after, here are some possible reasons why.
You overeat healthy foods. Nuts, avocados, whole wheat pasta, olive oil, and dark chocolate are all natural and healthy, but they aren’t void of calories. [...]
