As I think I’ve stated before, I live in Northeast Ohio, and we get some pretty wicked winters. Needless to say, when we get an intermittent 60-70 degree day interspersed in our long, cold winters, everyone is chomping at the bit to get outside, whip out the short sleeves, and leave work early to enjoy what’s sure to be a short lived break in the weather.

Indian summers, as they’re called, which are atypical runs of weather in the middle of winter in areas where the climate is typically cold in the winter, are a perfect excuse to get out of the house or work, put on the running or walking shoes, and walk or run. The fresh air always proves to be exhilarating, especially after all that time cooped up in dry heat, and dust buildup over the winter time.

I was just talking to a friend of mine about working out indoors versus outdoors, and how there really is no comparison. In the summer, I actually look forward to taking the occasional job or brisk walk, because I enjoy the fresh air, the scenery, and the feeling that you get when your outside instead of running like a hamster on a wheel indoors.

So, if you live in a state with inclement weather like I do, take advantage of the nice weather breaks, and get out there and run, or walk, or heck, do whatever it is you like to do, maybe rollerblading or something like that, and burn some calories and get those endorphins going!

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