I complete lunges, squats, abdominal crunches, mountain climbers and push ups
My favorite spot to workout is on my outdoor deck. I have a wooden deck built across the back of the house. It’s elevated and offers a lovely view of my flower gardens, a big pond and a wooded area. I watch for deer, rabbits, woodchucks, foxes, squirrels and all kinds of birds and butterflies. The temperature in my local area is seldom mild enough to workout outside. For most of the year, it’s chilly and wet from either snow or rain, forcing me to workout in the living room. Space is restricted, and I have a fear of causing damage. As soon as possible, I bundle up in warm clothes and move my workout outside. When it’s especially chilly, it takes a lot of effort for me to sufficiently warm up. My muscles remain tight and stiff. It’s difficult to get moving and get motivated. Eventually, the summer heat and humidity turns my workouts into a challenge for the very opposite reason. I’m drenched in sweat before even starting the warmup. The high temperature and sticky feeling make me feel sluggish and slow. I still prefer being outside. I look forward to the sun on my face and breathing fresh air. It energizes me and I’m always in a better mood. On those rare days when the weather is perfect, the workout is so enjoyable. I unroll my yoga mat on the deck, jump rope and lift free weights. I devote about an hour to a variation of a warm up, stretching, weight lifting and high intensity aerobic exercise. I complete lunges, squats, abdominal crunches, mountain climbers and push ups. After the end of workout, I feel great and enjoy a more productive day.