Hannah Skentelbery

Healthy Heart Tip: Working out in the Park

Let’s get physical! Did you know that regular physical activity can reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 35%?

Many of us don’t have gym memberships or access to home gym equipment, so while the weather is getting nicer, this week’s tip focuses on how to create an easy workout in the park.

Get Walking or Cycling

Find your nearest park or open green space and head on down. Skip the use of the car, bus, or train and put on your trainers for a walk or cycle to that outdoor space. Walking or cycling is not only good for the environment but also provides a great cardiovascular exercise and an excellent way to warm up before jumping into a resistance workout.

Resistance Exercises

It is recommended to aim for at least two resistance exercise sessions a week. These exercises are designed to improve strength and endurance and can be done through body-weight exercises or by using weights.

While in the park, keep an eye out for objects you can use. For example, you can use a park bench to perform triceps dips, high step-ups, or elevated glute bridges.

Outdoor Gyms

Many outdoor spaces are now equipped with free outdoor gyms. With the cost-of-living crisis among us and most of us cutting back on spending, these free outdoor spaces are a great way to access workout equipment.

You’ll normally find a variety of cardiovascular and resistance-based equipment, such as cross trainers, stationary bikes, rowers, chest and leg press machines, and pull-up bars. You can find your closest gym by using the following links:

The Great Outdoor Gym Company Fresh Air FitnessWicksteed

For more tips on how to stay healthy, sign up for weekly healthy tips at www.heartresearch.org.uk/health-tips.

Heart Research UK

Heart Research UK is the charity dedicated to your heart. They’re confronting heart diseases by investing in pioneering medical research, ground-breaking training and education, and in communities to improve their heart health. For over 50 years, they have driven advancements in the prevention, treatment, and cure of heart disease to benefit patients as soon as possible.

In the last 10 years, Heart Research UK has funded over £14.8m in medical research in hospitals and universities across the UK, as well as £2.2m on innovative community-based lifestyle projects to improve the heart health of the nation.

If you’d like to support Heart Research UK’s vital work into the prevention, treatment, and cure of heart disease, please visit www.heartresearch.org.uk for inspiration on how you could help.

For more tips on how to stay healthy, sign up for weekly healthy tips at www.heartresearch.org.uk/health-tips.

Published by Hannah Skentelbery

Hannah Skentelbery is a dedicated health and well-being advocate, a director and marketing manager at the successful news company Warrington Worldwide, and the founder of Your World Life. This site is her platform for promoting a balanced lifestyle and the numerous health benefits of a plant-based diet. Hannah's journey as a vegan started seven years ago, and the considerable health benefits she's experienced have inspired her to share her knowledge and expertise in health and wellness. This shift, coupled with the initiation of regular fitness and exercise routines, has driven her to delve deeper into the field. With eight years of writing experience at Warrington Worldwide and a wealth of personal experiences, Hannah has spent years researching and experimenting with various health and wellness techniques. She is committed to delivering practical advice and valuable resources on topics spanning nutrition, exercise, mindfulness, and self-care. Her primary goal is to empower individuals to take ownership of their health and well-being and to effect positive lifestyle changes. Through Your World Life, Hannah aspires to foster a supportive community that promotes the adoption of healthy habits. She firmly believes that everyone deserves to live their best life and that good health is the cornerstone of personal growth and fulfilment. Besides her work with Your World Life, Hannah is an enthusiastic traveller, nature lover, and yoga hobbyist, learning from her sister who is a yoga practitioner. She advocates that regular interaction with nature and physical activities are vital to sustaining good health and a positive life perspective. With her passion for health and wellness and her dedication to helping others, Hannah is making a tangible difference in people's lives worldwide.

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