Summer 2026 is here!  That means warmer temperatures, more humidity, and a lot of sun… so we may feel the need to consider tailoring our workouts to account for the weather, while still getting the most out of them.

When you go to train outside this summer, don’t forget to include your strength training, balance work and stretches! 

The “great outdoors” is so wonderful, and as summer comes and spring dissipates, we see more ‘regular’ weather with fewer cold fronts and fewer rainy days.  This can help us find ourselves outside more doing yard work, hiking, getting our walks and runs outside instead of on treadmills… there are so many different options when we can go outside! 

The most important things to consider as you take your workouts outside include: temperature, hydration, sun exposure, and variation of exercise.   

In addition to vitamins and minerals, green foods contain a variety of phytonutrients that offer various health benefits. Phytonutrients are compounds found in plants that act as antioxidants and protect the body from disease. Some of the benefits may include anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, metabolic health, hormone health, and many others.