Why Training Outdoors is Good for You

Training outdoors is a great way to socialize and meet new people while getting your workout in.

There are multiple, millions, a multitude of group exercise classes on offer in Singapore; ranging from Barre to pole dancing and aerial silks, to the classic gym, body pump, Zumba and spinning. However, the big difference when you come to a UFIT Outdoor Class is that you get the added benefit of being out in the open air.

UFIT Outdoor Class operates across various locations Singapore-wide. The classes offer heart pumping, cardio-busting, strength-building, fun-packed sessions in a group environment (with social distancing measures in place)!

Benefits of Exercising Outdoors

As good as training indoors is for you, training outside can have major benefits for the body. Not only is breathing in the fresh air whilst training refreshing but there are immense physiological benefits that should not be forgotten.  

Your general mental health and emotional state of mind are given a significant boost through:

• A sense of revitalization
• Decreased anger
• An increase in energy
• Lowered levels of anxiety
• Increased levels of endorphins
• Sunshine (if you can find it) is a great mood enhancer. Sunlight enhances energy generation in the muscles and oxidation of the tissues. Just be safe and wear sunscreen.

Vitamin D Exposure

One of the fat-soluble vitamins, which contributes to the development of strong bones and a good immune system is attained by exposure to sunlight. A 2016 study highlights that 42% of Singaporeans have a Vitamin D deficiency, possibly due to the propensity to stay out of the heat. So let’s address this and get outdoors!

Space and Variety

Space and variety offered by the outdoors in Mother Nature, far outweighs the inside of 4 same walls, helping to make your workouts more interesting and hence more likely to keep your attention.

Classes are not all outdoors and high-intensity

It’s true that in Singapore the air is not always, er... welcomingly cool (!) and therefore this does put off a great number of people. But there is no reason to not embrace this. Yes, you are likely to sweat more, but sweating is positive detoxification for the body. So long as you replace the lost water and electrolytes sufficiently and wisely. Don’t be afraid! 

Remember, when exercising outdoors in increased heat and humidity

1. Stay hydrated and replace electrolytes
2. Choose to exercise earlier in the morning or later in the evening - please avoid the midday heat if possible
3. Wear sunscreen if necessary to avoid the burn
4. Just take a towel, water, and embrace it!

The benefits strongly outweigh the negatives and training outside should be a part of everyone’s training rotation.

So get out and go!