World Environment Day: Reduce Carbon footprint with these 5 easy workout hacks!

REDUCE CARBON FOOTPRINT WITH THESE 5 EASY WORKOUT HACKS: Carbon footprint means the release of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere as a result of human activities. This can be done on an individual level or by an organisation or community. Global warming is the result of increased carbon footprint. How does it relate to exercise? As mentioned, any human activity, directly or indirectly, can be responsible for increased carbon footprint. Even while exercising, there are ways that contribute towards global warming. For example, the use of electronic equipment or prolonged use of lights in a fitness centre. Here are some ways with which you can reduce carbon footprint this World Environment Day and become healthier at the same time!

CYCLE: Cycling may not be a feasible option for city residents, but should be explored every now and then. Cars and motorcycles lead to carbon dioxide emission and hence, to global warming. With cycling you are saving the environment and yourself!

SKIP THE GYM: As mentioned before, use of electronic equipment and state of the art facility gyms may look appealing to a growing economy but are actually just big contributors to carbon footprint. If you just cannot do without gymming, try the park gyms. Or opt for an equipment free workout like yoga or aerobics.

DON'T USE HEAT CONDITIONING: Heat and cold air conditioning are commonly used in fitness centres or even at home now. In an effort to cool your body or heat up your body, you are actually harming the environment. Try walking to warm yourself or being in open air to cool down post a workout.

DON'T USE PLASTIC BOTTLES: Plastic bottles are carcinogenic in nature. Drinking water from copper or steel water bottles is a better way to go.

DIMINISH THE USE OF PLASTIC EQUIPMENT: Using plastic equipment like the Swiss ball or perhaps even a plastic skipping rope is not a wise choice. Once they are discarded, they make their way into the environment by being burnt. Opt for wooden equipment to perform exercises or a cloth or leather or fibrous skipping rope.