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08/09/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Choosing the best insulated active gear for women

Staying active while it’s cold out can be a challenge, especially for women. For the most part, the problem lies in there not being enough jackets that can pull off the double duty of staying breathable while still keeping you warm. Some companies have tossed their proverbial hats into the ring and put out jackets […]

08/05/2018 / By Russel Davis

Rainy day blues no more: Tips to enjoy hiking and backpacking, even during the wet season

Rainy days should not deter adventurers from exploring nature. There are still a lot of ways to enjoy the sights and the sounds despite the weather. In this article we will walk you through some important tips on how to stay perked up and happy while going for a rainy hike. Prior to the activity, […]

01/20/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Fresh air, sunshine, and exercise really are good for your heart: Medical science proves the heart disease prevention benefits of being outside

Being outdoors not only benefits the body, but also the mind. In addition, it helps support heart health. Heart disease patients may tend to be very cautious as they are physically limited. However, this leads to them being isolated and sedentary. Getting out of the house and enjoying nature can help them improve their cardiovascular […]

12/10/2017 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Double the benefit: Exercise outside to get the combined benefits of vitamin D and fitness – research shows they work better together

A new study that was published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism focused on the effects that both exercise and adequate vitamin D intake – when present in a person’s life at the same time – have on heart health. The study showed that the two factors working together contributes to heart health […]

06/07/2016 / By usafeaturesmedia

Four great benefits of exercising outdoors

(WomensFitnessFocus.com) To be sure, exercising outdoors during the winter months in many parts of the country is not easy. Snow, sleet and rain, combined with lower winter temperatures, make it difficult if not impossible to work out in a natural environment, but if you can, you should because it’s much better for you in the long […]

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