Fitness Focused: Greener Ways to Get and Stay Fit in Fall

Are you looking for easy and free greener ways to get fit? Cycling, hiking and walking are the eco-friendly ways to go.

Greener Ways to Get & Stay Fit in Fall

Barbara Kennedy

Get a jump on your life and try a few of our tips to get and stay fit in fall. These are all hassle-free ways to add more energy into your life. They’re simple. They’re convenient. And they are all eco-friendly options.

Decide on your fall fitness goal and write it down.

Two is better than one. Find a friend to share in the cycling, hiking or walking fun. Having a conversation during any outdoor fitness activity does make time pass quickly.

Commit to making a habit of your chosen green activity. Set up the time that works best for you and mark it in your calendar.

Make sure you have the right sports gear to suit your activity and to help prevent injuries. Hiking shoes are meant for hiking, walking shoes for walking. See Sports & Recreation for cycling and other hiking gear ideas should you wish to add to the basics needed.

Choose paths first in your neighbourhood to start your fall fitness journey. Then venture further afield as your energy level increases and increase the time whenever you can.

For a cause that you believe in, sign up to participate in your fall fitness activity. This is a great way to surround yourself with people being active while raising funds for a cause that you all believe in.

Take to the Rails. In a lot of our communities and across Canada, former rail bed routes have been converted into cycling, hiking and walking trails. Easy access, bridges are already in place and no motor vehicle traffic is permitted.

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