The Best Low Impact Summer Exercises

Summer is a great season to jumpstart your healthy lifestyle with bariatric surgery. That’s because the long days and warm weather create the perfect environment for losing weight with fun activities and exercises. 

In this post, we’ll discuss the best low-impact exercises to do this summer. Let’s get started! 

Pool Exercises 

Pool exercises are one of the best low-impact workouts you can do. Since water creates resistance, you don’t need added equipment. Plus, the extra buoyancy puts less stress on your joints. Moreover, since water cools you down, you can build strength and burn calories without breaking a sweat. 

Try these weight loss exercises in the pool: 

• Swimming laps 
• Walking or running  
• Lower body moves, such as front kicks, knee raises, side steps, and squats 
• Upper body moves, such as bicep curls and chest flies 

Boating 

Rowing is an effective exercise to build strength. Plus, it works various major muscle groups, including the back, arms, and core. That’s why kayaking and canoeing are fantastic workouts to do alone or with a partner. 

If you’re a beginner, you can start by boating on a lake or flat river. You can also find classes or excursions offered by rental companies. For more experienced rowers, you can turn it up a notch and try kayaking on open water or white river rafting. 

Hiking 

Walking is an effective, low-impact exercise to lose weight, reduce stress, and improve your mood. However, walking on the treadmill or around your neighborhood can get boring fast. If you’re a daily walker, try substituting hiking one to two times a week to make your workout more challenging and burn more calories. 

Furthermore, incline walking is a great way to strengthen your core and improve balance. Plus, the elevation change adds resistance. Thus, you can burn more calories and build your strength and stamina over time. 

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Determining the best weight loss exercises for bariatric surgery can be difficult. That’s why summer is the best time to start a workout regime. With so many outdoor activities, you can try a little of everything, and see which activities you like best. 

Do you need help finding low-impact workouts you like? Our team can help you explore different exercises for your lifestyle. Book an appointment with Wellstar today!