Outdoor-Training Equipment: Our must-haves for Outdoor Training
Spending some time in the fresh air every day is healthy, I think we all know that, and getting enough exercise is also good for our bodies. So why not combine the two and move your workout outside? With the right outdoor training equipment, this is no longer a problem at all, because with them a varied workout is guaranteed. Whether you're alone, with a workout partner, with your gym squad, or with your family, working out outside is just so much more fun! Plus, being active together strengthens our sense of community. In addition, the fresh air provides us with important vitamin D, strengthens our immune system and, according to studies, reduces stress.
What fitness equipment you absolutely need and what you should look for
when buying your outdoor training equipment, we reveal here in our buying guide.
Why exercise is better outside: the benefits of outdoor training
Get out of closed rooms and into nature! Sunlight and exercise in the fresh air not only put you in a good mood, outdoor training also has many other positive aspects. Studies have shown that exercising in the fresh air reduces stress, lowers blood pressure and improves the quality of our sleep. Especially in the warmer seasons, we are drawn to the outdoors and there is a reason for this: we associate brightness and daylight with something positive. That's why we tend to be in a particularly good mood on sunny days, too.
Advantages of outdoor training at a glance
- It strengthens the immune system
- Our body is better supplied with oxygen
- Nature has a calming effect on us
- Sun rays promote the body's own production of vitamin D
- More space and opportunities for variety
- Physical activity outdoors lowers blood pressure and stress
- Outdoor training in a group strengthens the sense of community
- Muscles are used more intensively on uneven ground
What exercise equipment can I take outside?
It is important that when you buy outdoor exercise equipment, you make sure that it has the following features:
- The equipment should be weatherproof. This means that neither water nor long exposure to sunlight should be able to harm them. In addition, they should be allowed to get dirty from time to time.
- In order to be able to transport your equipment without any problems, you should make sure that they are light and easy to stow away.
- If you want to buy outdoor training equipment, you should definitely pay attention to its multifunctionality, so that you can do several exercises with it at the same time.
- You also don't need a different piece of equipment for each muscle group to sufficiently load your muscles. Outdoor fitness equipment like fitness bands or reaction lights are great for a strenuous full body workout without having to bring multiple pieces of equipment.
Fitness bands for your outdoor full body workout
They're your trusty support for pull-ups, provide that extra bit of resistance during workouts and help you stretch: Fitness bands. The bands made of rubber or fabric are available in different strengths and lengths, are super light and easy to store in your backpack or gym bag. We have the fitness band classic par excellence: TheraBands. The resistance bands with two ends made of latex or natural latex are suitable for building strength as well as for increasing mobility and flexibility. You can attach the bands to railings, trees or outdoor crosscages, or simply hold them in your hands for training. Flexvit is all about stretchy fabric loop bands in all lengths and strengths. With the bands of the two manufacturers you are in any case well prepared for any outdoor strength training!
Your best companions when running: Grip socks
The anti-slip socks are when jogging, running or sprinting the guarantor for a firm grip on uneven ground, even if you are suddenly surprised by the rain. They prevent your feet from slipping inside the shoe and provide optimal support even during rapid changes of direction. Here you will find the ultimate grip socks for soccer, jogging or cycling with first-class wearing comfort from the popular brands TapeDesign and Mastersox.
Reaction and coordination training a bit different
This outdoor training equipment is not just for footballers: The multifunctional hurdles of Penalty Box and the Lummic reaction lights, which flash in different colors and sequences, also bring new pep into your training! You can lay the Penalty Box flat on the ground as an agility grid or fold it and set it up as a hurdle. The 2-in-1 training device is therefore not only very versatile in terms of use, but also nice and light and practical to store. No matter what you want to train: coordination, balance, footwork - the training possibilities are endless!
This is also the motto of the Lummic reflex and reaction lights: The lights emit sound and light signals that can be deactivated by touching or swiping over them. They can be easily controlled via app and offer over 40 preconfigured games and workouts. In the app, you also have the option of creating your own new challenges and games. Thanks to their robust and weatherproof housing, the Lummics are perfectly protected against external influences and are therefore ideal as outdoor training devices.
Fitness mats for your outdoor training
They provide a comfortable surface, are washable, roll up quickly and give you a firm grip during your workout: outdoor fitness mats. They are an absolute must-have for outdoor yoga or Pilates and also super useful for fitness exercises on the ground. At K-Active, you'll find Airex brand yoga and exercise mats in different sizes, materials, thicknesses and colors. They have an integrated sanitized protection, through which you no longer need to disinfect your mat and are characterized by extraordinary durability. Especially the latter is an important factor when it comes to buying outdoor training equipment.
Which outdoor training equipment can I combine well?
To give you some inspiration, we have put together the right equipment package for you for all situations and preferences:
- Smart combo for outdoor strength training:
Resistance bands and fitness mat - Equipment for outdoor HIIT workouts:
Lummic, Penalty Box and Stopper Socks - Outdoor workouts with the family:
Penalty Box and Lummic - Our compilation for sports clubs:
Grip socks, Penalty Box and Lummic