Even when the days are getting shorter and it’s getting colder outside, it’s fun to exercise in the fresh air. It’s also healthy because it strengthens your immune system, supplies your body with fresh oxygen and gets your circulation going again.
However, in autumn weather you should keep a few things in mind when it comes to your outdoor sports routine. We’ll tell you how you can stay active in autumn too.
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The perfect clothing for autumn
The decisive factor in outdoor sports is the right ClothingBecause we all know: There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.
Choosing the right sports outfit is particularly difficult in autumn. In the morning it is still freezing cold, during the day the sun comes out and it gets warm, in the evening it quickly cools down again and then there are showers.
It is important that you do not dress too warmly. A build-up of heat is not only uncomfortable, but can even be dangerous. Therefore, go for the well-known layered look of Functional underwearT-shirt or top and Functional jacket. Wearing several layers on top of each other will help you to be prepared for any weather condition. It’s OK if you feel a little chilly at the beginning of your training.
Also make sure you wear breathable clothing and Sports shoes with a good sole. Especially when you are out in the forest, it can get quite slippery.
Better to use colors
Especially at dusk or in fog, you are not easily visible in black clothing and can quickly put yourself in danger. Bright colors, neon colors or reflectors on your clothing are therefore indispensable for outdoor sports.
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Warming up is important
Regardless of whether you exercise indoors or outdoors, the first thing you need to do is warm up your muscles. So don’t skip the warm-up phase of your outdoor training. This will slowly but surely get your circulation going and your muscles will be properly prepared for the training that follows.
More fun for two
When it starts to get dark in the afternoon, we just want to curl up on the couch with a blanket, drink tea and watch a film. It can be difficult to overcome our laziness.
It is therefore best to find a training partner or a running group. This way you have a fixed time when you know that others are waiting for you.
Besides, it’s much more fun to do sports together.
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Fewer breaks
There’s almost nothing more fun than exchanging the latest news with your running group or fitness buddies after training. But in autumn, it’s better to keep this as short as possible – at least when you’re outside.
Even if you are not freezing, your circulation will slow down when you stand in the cold and you run the risk of catching a cold. So hurry back into a warm place as quickly as possible after your workout and put on dry clothes.
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