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Safety Tips for Exercising Outdoors

Safety Tips for Exercising Outdoors

As we move into summer, many will want to exercise outdoors to stay active and get some fresh air.

Health experts recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity each week. Moving your workout outdoors can boost your mood and improve your concentration. However, working out in hot and humid weather can put extra stress on your body, so consider the following tips to safely exercise outdoors:

  • Avoid the hottest part of the day
  • Wear light-colored clothing
  • Apply sunscreen
  • Stay hydrated with water
  • Replenish your electrolytes
  • Listen to your  body

Check out this month's Live Well, Work Well Newsletter to learn more about how you can get your sweat on outdoors and stay safe while doing so!

 

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