4 Ways to Stay Fit in Fall

This fall don’t forget to get that heart rate pumping! There are so many different ways to stay active into the fall months. Grab a friend and pick your favorite workout or activity – it’s easier than you think. We’ve compiled a list of a variety of activities to keep your fitness in check as fall approaches!

Post-Dinner Walks:

A study in 2009 found that walking for about 15 minutes after a meal can improve digestion and blood sugar control.
No equipment needed for this one.
Grab your family and make it a part of your nightly routine.
This is also a great way to unwind and de-stress before bed.

Runs:

Running requires nothing but you and a pair of sneakers (and maybe some headphones and a killer playlist).
Using a running calculator will help you find a pace that works best for you and what you’re trying to accomplish.
Running outside is a fun way to enjoy the beautiful fall scenery and fresh air around you.

Pilates:

This one can be done on a mat or carpet right in your own home.
Pilates has several health benefits such as: improving flexibility, increasing muscle strength, improving balance, and more.
Founder, Joseph Pilates recommends doing this exercise four times a week for ten minutes which will “Find your body development approaching the ideal, accompanied by renewed mental vigor and spiritual enhancement” according to his book, “Return to Life through Contrology”.
Its calming effects can leave you feeling relaxed and ready for your day.

Quick Cardio:

Feel free to get creative with this one. If you have a gym membership, hop on a stair climber, elliptical, or treadmill for a killer burn.
Cardio improves your endurance during workouts, burns calories, but also boosts the health of your heart and lungs (two very important body parts).
Consuming protein after a workout like this allows your muscles to recover from the workout they just participated in as well as decreasing soreness.