Fact: Outdoor Exercise Healthier than Gym Workouts

Outdoor Exercise Healthier than Gym Workouts: The study found that exercise in natural environments was linked to greater feelings of revitalization, increased energy and positive engagement. Levels of tension, confusion, anger and depression were found to be lowered by exercising outside. As well as improved mental health benefits, those studied also reported greater enjoyment from exercising outside, and a higher likelihood of continuing with the exercise regime. Environmental Science and Technology, Jan 2011