6 Workouts Solutions for Rainy Days
After a cold and wet winter that’s plagued most of the country for far too long, it seems many of us just can’t wait to get outside and enjoy a few workouts in the sun. The days are now longer and the weather is slowly getting warmer, but there will likely be a few spring showers in the near future.
Though rainy days may not be your favorite when it comes to outdoor workouts, you shouldn't let the cloudy skies and droplets of rain derail your fitness plans. The next time it rains and you have plans to get outside, try one of the suggestions below—and remember, at least it’s not 30 degrees and snowing.
Hit the trails. Hiking or trail running on a rainy day will almost guarantee you have the trail to yourself. When taking routes in the woods, the trees will catch much of the rainfall and you won’t have to worry about cars. But rain will make the ground slick—keep that in mind while you’re playing in the mud.
Go for a swim. While it might not be warm enough to hit an outdoor pool just yet, working out in an indoor pool will prep you for summer while providing a total body burn. The fusion of cardio and the muscle-building resistance of water is great preparation for any other activity. As a bonus, you won’t need to waste time drying your hair if it’s raining outside.
Utilize sunrooms and decks. If you’re dying to get outside but can’t stand the rain, enjoy the fresh spring air from the comfort of a sunroom or under the roof of a deck. Bodyweight circuits are quick and effective ways to build strength and burn fat and most exercises can be done with limited space.
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