Live Well, Work Well

With summer quickly approaching, going outside and getting active has never been easier. Learn more about what you can do to get active outdoors.

Getting the recommended amount of physical activity every day doesn’t have to be a chore. An easy way to make activity fun for the whole family is to play outside. Getting outdoors is a great way for your family to enjoy an active lifestyle and has been proven to improve a child’s mental and physical health — as well as help kids and adults maintain a healthy weight, boost immunity and lower stress.

It’s easy to find affordable outdoor activities that will help bring your family together. Such activities include:

Travel by foot: hiking and walking have been shown to improve cardiovascular health and help you lose weight.

Ride bikes: riding a bike helps improve balance and endurance.

Go swimming: this activity burns more calories per hour than almost any other activity and has been shown to improve strength, flexibility and cardiovascular health.

Whether you’re doing these specific activities or enjoying extended time outside, you should make sure to bring water, healthy snacks, sunscreen, rain gear, a backpack and extra layers of clothing in case it gets chilly.