5 outdoor sports you should try this summer and their health benefits

Spring has sprung, and summer is well and truly in the air. Alongside the universally loved season comes a surge in the human need to spend more time outdoors, enjoying the warmer weather and basking in the sunshine. After the last few months we have endured, I think we are all welcoming the prospect of barbecues, pub gardens, and beaches.

Alongside inevitable overindulgences, many of us will be looking for ways to keep fit, and what better way than to enjoy the great outdoors at the same time. In this blog post, we explore five sports we recommend for this summer and observe their basic health benefits.

Tennis

Tennis is a summer necessity and with the green light given for Wimbledon this year, we are sure to see tennis courts across the country thriving again.

The physical benefits of involvement in the summer tennis season are unparalleled. Studies show playing tennis three times a week for 30 minutes at a time has a positive impact on your overall cardiovascular health and muscular tones. This is especially true if you have been suffering from a low mood or an overactive thyroid for any length of time.

Our recommended tennis coach — Oliver Claridge

Specialises in — Tennis serving, tennis drills, tennis lessons for kids.

Yoga

Dedicated to the promotion of positive living, the ancient practice of yoga has gained popularity around the world. Yoga brings about inner peace, clarity of mind and helps individuals regain balance and harmony within themselves. Health benefits include improved strength, balance, and flexibility. Additionally, it also helps you sleep better which links to boosted energy levels and better moods.

Visiting your local park you will often see people practicing yoga in public. Get involved by taking an outdoor class with an experienced teacher!

Our recommended yoga instructor — Sem Parma

Specialises in — Yoga for beginners, vinyasa yoga, outdoor yoga.

Boxing

You might be wondering, ‘what is boxing doing on the list?’ In fact, outdoor boxing is becoming a more popular activity in the fitness industry and is often seen as a safe way for individuals to explore and develop their proficiency. The focus lies in core strength training and developing cardiovascular endurance, whilst also incorporating the cardio benefits of weight training and mixed martial arts.

Outdoor boxing classes are great for stress relief, and you may find that taking up this hobby will change your life for the better.

Our recommended boxing coach — Georges Ngay-Katalay

Specialises in — Kickboxing, boxing workouts, boxing for beginners.

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