Training

Nature's Gym: Outdoor Workouts - Week 1

Created exclusively for Sportsshoes.com by Ourparks in association with Merrell.

With the shared ambition of getting the nation fit and active in outdoor spaces, leading footwear brand Merrell and free outdoor fitness provider OurParks have collaborated to launch the Nature’s Gym campaign. This initiative aims to improve the nation’s fitness and boost participation in green exercise and a love of the outdoors.

A growing body of research now recognises the psychological and physical benefits of outdoor or “green” exercise. As well as the benefits of fresh, clean air and beautiful scenery, in an increasingly “always on” world, exercising in outdoor spaces away from the hustle, bustle and stresses of everyday life can also help to promote a calmer, more tranquil mental state. What’s more, outdoor exercise comes for free.

We are excited to introduce a weekly series of Nature’s Gym workouts created exclusively for Sportsshoes.com. Targeting a different area of the body each week, this series is designed to get you fit, active and energised…all within the fresh air and beautiful surroundings of Nature’s Gym. This workout is the first in the #NaturesGym series brought to you by Ourparks UK. Perfect for outdoor training, it focuses on strengthening your whole body.

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WEEK 1:

Log Dead Lifts – 30 seconds x 5 sets

Mountain Climbers – 30 seconds x 5 Sets

Dips – 30 seconds x 5 sets

Step Ups – 30 seconds x 5 sets

Shoulder Press – 30 seconds x 5 sets

Skull Crushers – 30 seconds x 5 sets

Lunges – 30 seconds x 5 sets

Featured Shoe: Merrell Bare Access Flex: FLEXconnect™ Flex grooves have been added along the bottom of the Bare Access Flex allowing the foot to bend naturally. The grooves also help you stay fast and stable as you train, making this shoe ideal the perfect partner for this workout. Shop our full Merrell range here.

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