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Camping -The Next Big Weight Loss Trend!
Author: Simon Volk
Believe it or not - camping is
good for your health. There seems to be a renewed interest in
camping by Americans. This is evident by the fact that camper
and RV sales are brisk and just try to get a campsite at the
last moment at any major campsite without a reservation. The
added bonus here if you have chosen to join this trend it will
be good for your health and weight loss efforts.
For us city dwellers especially, first there is the fresh air.
Something about being outdoors and sleeping in the cool crisp
air that reinvigorates the soul. Where I live there is a daily
ozone report that is part of the weather report and during the
summer months it is rarely in the green, which usually only
happens after a good hard rain and cool temperatures. So the
clean air of the country helps to cleanse the toxins from your
body and let it get back to doing what it needs to do in regards
to processing calories and burning fat.
Now for some exercise. Getting ready to leave and packing the
car or truck usually involves a little sweat equity. On most
Friday nights I get home, eat dinner and fall on the couch for
some TV, maybe this sounds familiar to you. This is in direct
contrast with the hustle and bustle of a Friday night when we
are headed out of town to go camping. Running around to find
lost items, loading heavy coolers of ice and soda, etc. all are
equal to at least a normal 30 minute work out. If that wasn't
enough you get to do it all again once you arrive at your
campsite, when you pack to leave, and finally when you return
home. So multiple 30 minute work outs during the trip, now the
should have your fat burner stoked.
When some one mentions camping, most of us think of a relaxing
time sitting in lawn chairs by the camp fire. In reality the act
of camping is a physical event lasting multiple days. There is
the walking to and from the bathrooms and showers. Possible
hiking adventures to explore the surrounding area. We typically
play games like horse shoes, washers, or
monkey bar golf None of these games are especially
physically challenging, but you are up and moving around and
therefore burning calories. Add to all this some gathering of
firewood, fishing, and/or canoeing and you are on your way to a
great weekend of fat burning activity.
So you are getting more exercise and fat burning activity than
you might have gotten on a normal weekend at home. The calories
are going out, what about the calories coming in? Camp food -
just the term brings shivers down most people's spine. Thoughts
of horribly prepared mass meals from summer camp cloud our
minds. For my family the food usually is pretty good and
typically includes fresh meat and vegetables cooked over the
fire. Most campers will typically eat less and usually more
healthy food when they are camping. Part of this is due to the
fact you can't just run to the cupboard and get a snack at any
time. If the trip includes a stop at Wal-Mart and loading up on
junk food before the trip, this won't be true. Plan your camp
menu to be healthy and filling to avoid getting too many
calories. Bring along healthy snacks, if it is all you have it
will be all you eat. Plus when cooking outdoors there will be
more work involved to get the fire going and cleanup since there
is no dishwasher. Always, always, always bring enough clean,
fresh water to avoid sickness and heat related health problems.
A camping trip can be a great time to get back to nature and
renew the relationships with friends and family. It can also be
a great way to loss weight through increased activity and
reduced calorie intake. Find a good excuse to go on a weekend
camp out and enjoy the time away. A final reminder, before
starting any new activity, diet or exercise program consult with
your physician to determine what is right for you. Good luck and
good health.
Simon Volk, author.
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