7 Exciting Outdoor Summer Workouts to Keep You Fit and Engaged
Summer is the perfect time to take your workouts outdoors and enjoy the sunshine while staying fit. Whether you’re an Echelon member or new to fitness, there’s an outdoor activity for everyone. Here’s a list of invigorating outdoor summer workouts and how you can complement them with Echelon Fitness equipment at home.
1. Hiking
Hiking is an excellent way to explore nature while getting a full-body workout. It strengthens your legs, improves cardiovascular health, and offers a mental reset from daily routines. Hiking also helps build endurance and enhances balance and stability as you navigate different terrains.
Echelon Tip: On days when you can't hit the trails, use the Echelon Stride Connected Treadmill. With its incline settings, you can simulate the uphill challenge of a hiking trail right in your living room. Pair it with a hiking video with your favorite instructor from Echelon Fit App for a more immersive experience.
2. Walking
Walking is a simple yet effective workout that can be easily incorporated into your daily routine. It’s perfect for those who prefer a low-impact activity that still offers great health benefits, such as improved cardiovascular health, enhanced mood, and weight management.
Echelon Tip: To keep track of your steps and monitor your progress, sync your walks with the Echelon Fit App. The app provides detailed metrics to help you stay motivated and on track with your fitness goals. Additionally, try incorporating interval walking on the Echelon Stride for added intensity.
3. Cycling
Cycling is a fantastic cardiovascular workout that builds leg strength and improves overall endurance. Whether you prefer leisurely rides or challenging routes, cycling is a versatile and enjoyable way to stay fit. It’s also a low-impact exercise that’s easy on your joints.
Echelon Tip: On days when the weather isn’t cooperating, hop on the Echelon Connect Bike. With live and on-demand classes, you can experience the thrill of outdoor cycling indoors, complete with scenic routes from around the world. Customize your ride with varying resistance levels to simulate outdoor conditions.
4. Rowing
Rowing offers a full-body workout that targets multiple muscle groups, including your back, legs, and core. It’s also a great way to improve your cardiovascular health and build endurance. Rowing helps improve posture and provides a high-calorie burn, making it an efficient exercise.
Echelon Tip: When you can’t get to a lake or river, use the Echelon Row. It provides a realistic rowing experience with adjustable resistance levels, ensuring you get a challenging workout every time. Follow along with expert-led rowing classes on the Echelon Fit App for added motivation.
5. Running
Running is a high-intensity workout that burns calories quickly and improves cardiovascular health. Whether you enjoy running in your neighborhood or at a local park, it’s a great way to stay active during the summer. Running also helps build strong bones and improves mental health.
Echelon Tip: For those rainy days or when you want to avoid the heat, the Echelon Stride is your go-to. With its variety of running programs and virtual trails, you can keep your running routine exciting and effective. Track your performance metrics on the Echelon Fit App to stay motivated and monitor progress.
6. Swimming
Swimming is a refreshing way to stay fit during the summer. It provides a full-body workout that improves cardiovascular health, builds muscle strength, and enhances flexibility. Swimming is also a low-impact exercise, making it suitable for all fitness levels and easy on the joints.
Echelon Tip: To complement your swimming workouts, incorporate strength training sessions with the Echelon Reflect Touch Smart Fitness Mirror. Follow along with guided strength training and flexibility classes that target the muscles used in swimming, helping to improve your overall performance in the water.
7. Outdoor Yoga
Practicing yoga outdoors can enhance your connection with nature while improving your flexibility, balance, and mental well-being. Yoga helps reduce stress, improve posture, and increase muscle tone.
Echelon Tip: On days when you can’t practice yoga outside, use the Echelon Reflect Touch Smart Fitness Mirror for guided yoga sessions at home. The mirror provides access to a variety of yoga classes, from beginner to advanced, helping you maintain your practice regardless of the weather.
Join the Echelon Community
Ready to take your fitness journey to the next level? Become an Echelon member today and gain access to our wide range of home fitness equipment, live and on-demand classes, and a supportive community of fellow fitness enthusiasts. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to diversify your workouts, Echelon Fitness has everything you need to stay motivated and reach your goals.
Don’t let summer pass you by without making the most of your outdoor workouts. With Echelon Fitness, you can enjoy the best of both worlds—outdoor adventures and indoor training. Join us and transform your fitness journey today!
