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12 Outdoor Activities To Try This Summer

Making exercise fun.

Megan Gibbs
Jun 09, 2016
University of Arizona
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It's no secret the love we all have for summer vacation. This is a time to relax, be adventurous, have a little fun and most importantly, GET ACTIVE.

Whether you are off to a destination vacation or staying close to home, the summer weather usually calls for bikinis and board shorts. The idea of such a minimal dress code during summer makes it a very anticipated time of the year. People start hitting the gym months in advance in search of their “summer body.” But, the great things is, once the weather heats up, it is the perfect time to switch up those typical indoor gym workouts and head outdoors for a little fun in the sun. Getting active outdoors is key in that it no longer feels like one of those dreaded workouts you are just trying to fit in your schedule. Instead, this is a time to spend with friends and family making memories that last a lifetime, and ones that you do not even see as exercise.

Let this season motivate you to explore and play with these exciting outdoor activities.

Sand volleyball

Surfing

Hiking

Ride your bike

Paddle board



Yoga

Rollerblading

Play Catch

Swimming

Challenge a friend to a tennis match

Water skiing / Wake boarding

Golf

Not to mention all those sports we love so much. Head to the park for some, basketball, soccer, football, baseball or hockey.

Reaching out to friends and family to enjoy these activities with you is the first step to getting your foot out the door. Start with one, and then once you're out there, you will want to try them all.

Happy Summer!

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