Although the sun refused to come through this spring, the temperature rise and the desire to do outdoor activities is already there. For all those who have long forgotten their New Year’s resolutions or who have been prevented by the cold of winter from plans to come true: now is the time to pick them up again. Klarna, leader in shopping and payment services, in collaboration with sports coach Patricia Noarbe, gives us 5 very useful tips to motivate us to exercise with the arrival of good weather, both outdoors and at home. Keep the following tips in mind to take advantage of the warmer months and open spaces:
Go to the street! † The street offers us many training opportunities and it is a matter of knowing how to make the most of them. Paddy recommends starting with power walking or organizing a group sports session with friends – always respecting the safety distance -, the main thing is to change the scene to brighten up each training session and, above all, protect ourselves well and hydrate ourselves , where the hottest hours of the day
Sports with your dog – It seems obvious, but dogs need to exercise and socialize just as much as we do. Therefore, turning one of the daily walks into a run has benefits for people and pets. In this case, it is important to start small based on your current physical activity level and that of your pet. It is best to start with quick walks and gradually take up the races.
Equip yourself with suitable sportswear – The outfit is especially important when you’re working out and while off-road leggings are never too much, Paddy recommends investing in equipping our wardrobe with clothes designed for the activities we’ll be doing, especially when choosing of athletic shoes or technical fabrics to help us cope with the heat. There is no need to spend a lot of money, but when it comes to paying for our sports shopping cart, solutions like Klarna’s ‘Pay in 3’ will ease the initial investment.
Become the queen or king of terraso – The reed terraces are very good, but we are not talking about that kind! If you’re lucky enough to have a patio or yard at home, you can set up a small outdoor gym so you’re not too lazy to maintain a daily exercise routine. There is no need to invest too much as you can use equipment you already have at home or do exercises that do not require machines.
Throw away the idea of ’bikini surgery’ and bet on health – Setting realistic goals is the first step to healthy routines, without forcing yourself to “get ready” this summer. In addition to increasing the pace little by little and listening to our bodies, we need to set aside rest days, which reduces the risk of injury. When in doubt, the help of a professional is always the best option, be it a sports coach, a psychologist or a nutritionist. This spring is the perfect time to improve our relationship with our bodies.
Source: Marie Claire
