Sims Lake Park offers a nice variety of features for outdoor workouts. Here are 5 ideas to get you moving:
- Lakeside Cardio and Strength: Combine cardio with strength training using the scenic lake path. Jog or briskly walk the path, incorporating exercises at designated spots. Do lunges or squats near benches, push-ups on grassy areas, and tricep dips on the playground equipment (if sturdy and allowed).
- Interval Training with the Pavilion: The park pavilion can be a great marker for interval training. Sprint towards the pavilion, then recover with a jog or brisk walk back to your starting point. Repeat for a set number of intervals to get your heart rate up.
- Playful Fitness with the Family Fun Zone: The playground equipment in the Family Fun Zone can be a fun way to get active, especially if you have children. Climb on structures, swing on swings, or do monkey bars (if age-appropriate) to get your heart rate up and engage different muscle groups.
- Yoga on the Great Lawn: The Great Lawn provides a spacious area for yoga or other floor exercises. Spread out a mat and enjoy a relaxing yoga session surrounded by nature. If you don’t have a yoga mat, a large towel can work in a pinch.
- Bootcamp-style Workout with Stairs and Fields: If you’re looking for a more intense challenge, utilize the park’s stairs and open fields for a bootcamp-style workout. Find stairs for running drills or explosive exercises like jumping jacks. Use open fields for exercises like burpees, mountain climbers, or high knees. You can design your own circuit or follow along with bootcamp exercise routines found online.
Remember, these are just a starting point. Feel free to explore the park and get creative with your outdoor workout!