Lots of people plan to work out before their big beach vacation, but have you ever considered working out AT the beach? That’s right! Due to sand’s always-shifting consistency, working out on the beach is a great way to challenge your body in all new ways. Here are some of the most beneficial:
- Running/Jogging
- Yoga
- Kettlebells (With A Sand-Filled Bucket!)
- Abs On SUP Board
In the rest of this article, we’ll share more about each one, including its top benefits for your body. So, let’s get started!
4 Workout Ideas For The Beach
Running/Jogging
When you run or jog on sand, your body has to work even harder to keep your momentum going forward as the sand under your feet pulls you backward. This encourages you to engage your abs and use your leg muscles, turning a simple jog into a full-body workout.
If you’re up for an even greater challenge, try running or jogging in thigh-deep water! Just make sure to wear an old pair of shoes, as you don’t want to cut your foot on a seashell. Also, strive to keep your quads relaxed and your body as close to your usual running form as possible.
Yoga
Yes, doing yoga on the beach can make for some fantastic, social media-worthy shots, but that’s not the only reason to try it! Similarly to running or jogging on the beach, doing yoga on sand’s shifting, uneven terrain forces you to engage your abs to a whole new level.
Try doing ab-prominent exercises like Sun Salutations or Warrior Knee Tucks to take full advantage of these benefits.
Kettlebells (With A Sand-Filled Bucket!)
Are you spending a sunny day at the beach with kids? Sneak in a workout by transforming one of their sand pails into a kettlebell! Simply fill it with sand until it’s at your desired weight, then try any of your usual kettlebell exercises, like Deadlift, American (…), or Sumo Squat. Just be a little more cautious than usual, so you don’t spill your weight!
Abs On SUP Board
Okay, this one doesn’t actually involve sand, but it’s too good not to mention. For the ultimate core engagement, take your ab workout onto the water on a SUP board! To avoid taking a dip in the ocean, you’ll have to keep your abs nice and tight at all times.
For safety reasons, only attempt this one in shallow water and if you know how to swim.
We hope this article gave you some fun ideas for staying on top of your workout plan, even while you’re vacation! Working out doesn’t need to be a chore, especially when you have nature on your side!
