You loved riding your bike as a kid, but did you know that cycling offers many health benefits? It’s not just great exercise for your legs. Avid cyclists count improved mental health, improved cardiovascular health, fat loss and muscle gain among the benefits in this article from bicycling.com. Cycling Weekly offers 15 great reasons to […]
Arizona outdoors
Check out Arizona’s 22 National Parks
Want to make a last-minute summer day-trip? Check out one of Arizona’s 22 National Parks and monuments. Within an easy drive from Phoenix are the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument and Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail. Head the other direction – north, where it’s cooler! You’ll first hit Montezuma Castle National Monument and […]
Make exercise count: Hit the water
If the recent warming trend has you longing to hit the pool, we’ve got a few more reasons. Exercising in the water isn’t limited to swimming (though that’s a fantastic workout). Water exercises can burn tons of calories, provide more range of motion for muscles, and may be less compacting on joints. A look at […]
Exercise during vacation can break up routine
If your spring break travels take you away from your favorite exercise path or machine, seek out other opportunities where you visit. It may be easier than you think, if the weather is right, it might not cost a thing. Cabin trip: This could be an easy one. A hike in the woods is a must! Is […]
Beat the heat on hiking trails with proper planning
Even as temperatures start to skirt toward triple digits, Arizona’s outdoors call avid athletes and nature lovers in the cool mornings. But too often lately, we’ve heard stories of hikers lost or caught unequipped. A “quick” walk through the mountains that surround the Valley without proper hydration and shoes can turn ugly without planning. So […]
Running with Shelter Dogs for Exercise
Unfortunately we have many animals in shelters and temporary homes in the city. Many people do not realize the amount of volunteer efforts needed to help these animals. Oftentimes the shelters are looking for people who will volunteer to walk or run the animals. It usually requires a short training on how to interact with […]
Hiking Arizona’s Natural Beauty
The cooler weather really brings out the best in us. Now is the time to get out and explore our state. Hiking is one way to do both. There is an array of hikes from easy (someone just starting out) to advanced overnight hikes (for the experienced), all with breathtaking beauty. Local hiking clubs can take […]
Hiking with the kids? Yes!
Nothing says summer like a hike – especially when you’re looking to get away from the Arizona heat for a few days. There are many options – from Flagstaff to the White Mountains and many stops in between. But before you load up the car and the kids, we’ve found some good advice from several […]
Inspired to get healthy
Inspired to run? If living in Arizona, which has so many great outdoor spaces, has sparked your desire to get off the couch and join the “health and exercise” crew, there’s plenty of advice out there to get you started. Eating right The first right step is to take a look at your diet. Be […]