2020 has been the year to exercise outside! Covid 19, social distancing, gyms closing their doors and people wanting to stay fit mentally and physically through lockdowns has made exercising outside the number one choice for many. If you haven’t tried it yet, ( what HAVE you been doing through lockdown??) then here are three very good reasons that may persuade you to give it a go.

1. For your mental health! Exercising outdoors is one of the best things you can do to improves your mental health. Fresh air and open space has been shown to improve mental health far better than indoor workouts. Get out in the elements, soak up the endorphins! There is nothing quite like being in nature to make you feel grounded, needed more than ever at the moment.

2. Outside is a safe space! Outdoor space is pretty much unlimited. You can easily social distance , you are safer from virus transmission outdoors. You are never going to feel claustrophobic or unhygenic as you might in the gym. You also have the added benefits of beautiful views and scenery to train in, especially in and around Medway, Broomhill Park, Rochester Esplanade. Being aware of the changing seasons, shifting light and different elements always adds something special.

3. Variety! Outdoor workouts don’t have to be limited to running or boot camp training. I have worked with clients successfully outdoors with barbells, dumbells and other strength training kit, yoga, pilates and TRX as well as the more traditional boot camp style and of course hiit, circuits or interval workouts. Find an experienced PT who can bring out yout strengths and build on your weaknesses, A good PT will keep you safe, strong, engaged and challenged.