About.com Health: Take It Outside!

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor Warmer weather is finally here, and yesterday we celebrated the earth, so if you're still hunkered down indoors, it's high time to step outside. You'll get your heart pumping along with a mood boost, and you may even live longer! A 30-Minute Walk to a Better Mood It's true: a 30-minute jaunt improves mood and feelings of well-being--even in those with major depressive disorders. So what are you waiting for? 30 Minutes to a Better Mood Tune Up Your Body, Your Goals, and Your Walking Wardrobe Walking on the Treadmill vs. Walking Outdoors Search Related Topics:  walking for health  exercise and mood  exercise studies Nature Can Extend Your Years Research shows that spending time in nature can lower stress and blood pressure levels, as well as reduce the risk of obesity--all of which can lead to a longer life. Step Outside to Live Longer Can Outdoor Exercise Increase Your Longevity? 10 Spring Training Fitness Tips Search Related Topics:  anti-aging habits  live longer  healthy aging Spring Back Into Running If jogging or running is your exercise of choice but you took time off during the cold winter months, ease back into a routine with these tips. Re-Start Your Running Regimen To Run on a Treadmill, or To Run Outdoors? Weight Train to Get Pumped for Hiking and Backpacking Search Related Topics:  injury prevention  training schedules  hot weather running 22 Outdoor Activities for the Kids Spring also brings relief for parents of stir-crazy kids. But if the young'uns need enticement to get outdoors, tempt them with these 22 tips. 22 Fun Outdoor Games to Play Games to Make Walks and Hikes More Fun For Kids How to Create a Family Fitness Challenge (Video) Search Related Topics:  outdoor play  active play  children's physical activity Related Searches Nutrition and Health Kid 'S Health Touch for Health Health Health Body Healthy Featured Articles 7 Things Every Man Should Know About Fertility How Exercise Can Help Reduce Asthma Symptoms How to Avoid Heat Illness Psychiatric Disorders Commonly Associated with PTSD What Does Your Sore Throat Mean? Is Pasta Bad For Your Health?   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement