7 Reasons to Get Outdoors

It's time to step off the treadmill and get into nature to squeeze in a little exercise.

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The Great Outdoors Advantage
Cary Jobe

The Great Outdoors Advantage

When spring’s warm weather calls, it’s time to trade the fluorescent lights for sunshine and make the outdoors your gym. We found the perfect one-stop shop to tempt you into action―the Virginia Creeper Trail near Abingdon, Virginia. Originally an American Indian pathway, this former railroad bed stretches for about 34 miles, offering traffic-free paths and trails for biking, jogging, and exploring that beat the treadmill any day. Need more incentive? Check out our seven advantages of being outdoors.

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