With the weather warming up and the threat of COVID-19 lessening, you might be itching to get outside. But if you are one of those people who need an excuse to do something active, here is a list of summer hobbies you can try that can help get you out of your home and into the great outdoors this summer.
8 Summer Hobbies to Spend More Time Outside
- Running
Running is not only a great way to get outside, it’s also good for your body as well. Running can help you strengthen leg muscles, boost your cardiovascular fitness, help keep excess weight off by burning calories, and even strengthen bones. Make sure you are using the right shoes if you plan on starting this new hobby. Wearing shoes that aren’t made for running can cause foot problems and shin splints. If you want to run without standing out, you might consider buying some neutral running shoes.
- Gardening
Gardening has two major advantages going for it. Not only does it get you outside, it also teaches you a valuable skill that allows you to grow your own food! Nothing tastes better than the food grown from your own garden. Tending to a garden can help with your mental state as well, as many gardeners consider the experience meditative and relaxing.
- Hiking
Take some time to experience the great outdoors. Going on a hike allows you to get exercise while also giving you a chance to see some of nature’s boundless beauty. There are thousands of trails criss-crossing the country, take advantage of the ones in your area.
- Camping
If you feel like you really want to experience all of what nature has to offer, why not go camping? It gets you away from people and lets you get in touch with your more primitive self. There is nothing like watching the stars under the night sky with a blazing campfire going. You can even make some delicious s’mores while telling spooky stories to really get the full experience.
- Softball
Baseball’s well-loved cousin, softball is a perfect summer activity. It’s not the most active of sports, but it will get your blood pumping on occasion and is a great way to bond with your teammates. Almost every town the country has a coed softball team that is open for anyone to join. Softball will help with hand-eye coordination, short burst cardio and arm strength.
- Fishing
Going fishing is a relaxing summer activity and a great way to get outdoors and in touch with nature. You can approach it competitively and try to catch the most or the biggest fish. Or, you can wade in a nice cool creek or lake and not worry about catching anything at all. Either option is equally valid, and that’s why fishing is enjoyed by all kinds of people all over the world..
- Golfing
Grab your golf clubs and hit the links for a round of golf. Like most of the hobbies listed, if you don’t take it too seriously, it’s a great way to relax and experience the outdoors. Golf is a fun hobby to take up because the more you play it, the better you get and the lower your score gets, allowing you to participate in some friendly competition if you want.
- Biking
Grab your bike or use one of the many rentals scattered around major cities and start travelling in style. Biking is a great way to get exercise while also seeing the area. It can even save you some gas money! Plus, if you want a more rigorous hobby to get into, you can invest in a sturdy mountain bike and head out to the trails for some high-adrenaline riding.
These are just some of the many activities you can take up this summer. Don’t waste the beautiful weather. Whether you decide to pick up one of these hobbies or find your own, enjoy it while it lasts. You only get so many of these in your lifetime. It’s good to make your summer count.
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