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April 24, 2026

Outdoor vs. Indoor Exercises - The Wellness Corner 

 I prefer Outdoor exercise. But, first, let me say the advantages of the indoor one.

1 Weather proof. Yes, Rainy or very hot days are both deterrent for a good workout.

2 Safety.  Recently, a friend (see https://www.runforgold.my/ news) was running along the east west highway 

 

 with a supporting group of friends, one of them was hit by a car, suffered serious fractures, requiring emergency surgery.

 3 Accessibility/Convenience.  Many of my clients work late, and it likely is a lot more convenient for one to exercise indoor, whether it is just a treadmill at home, or a cross trainer in the condo gym.

4 Exposure to dust, pest in the outdoor can be an issue. Lately with hot and rainy weather, in my regular hiking trails, I have been experiencing quite a bit of mosquito bites.

The Good of Outdoor physical Activities 

1 Nature can help stimulate our neural system/brain.  Additional ability relieve stress by providing a sense of broadness, freedom.

2 Outdoor light exposure also tune of circadian rhythm, enhancing the regularity of body clock.  (related to production of Melatonin at night; also Brain Derived Neurotrophic Factor) 

3  Vit D production with the help of sunlight.

4 Sensory stimulation has higher variation, which favors brain function preservation or enhancement. 

 

Friday afternoon is the golden time for me to enjoy the benefit of staying in this one of its kind, beautiful island of Penang.  

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