Your outdoor exercise survival kit

culled from:beautyheaven.com.au

The beautyheaven team couldn’t be more excited that spring is upon us, and the countdown to summer can officially begin. The warmer weather has us dreaming of balmy nights, barbeques with friends, and endless frolicking in the sunshine.

If you’re keen to get yourself looking and feeling amazing come summertime, there’s no better time than now to embrace outdoor exercise. Whether you love water sports, outdoor yoga, coastal walks or team sports, it’s a good idea to stock up your gym bag with everything you need to get through your workout, worry-free.

So get set to pack your ultimate outdoor survival kit, and get out there!

#1: Complexion protection

You’ve heard it before and you’ll hear it again – protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful rays all day every day is essential. If you prefer to have a little coverage while you work out, but want to steer clear of a full face of make-up, BB cream is your new best friend. Try the new L’Oréal Paris Skin Perfection BB Cream 5-in-1 Instant Blemish Balm – it will conceal imperfections, hydrate your skin and give it a healthy glow, all while providing SPF 15 sun protection.

#2: Stave off sweat

If you’re getting your heart rate up, naturally you’ll be working up a sweat. Stay fresh by preparing your underarms with a high-strength antiperspirant before you hit the great outdoors. Apply a spray or roll-on deodorant such as Innoxa Free & Easy Sport Deodorant, let it dry, and toss it in your bag for touch ups just in case you end up going straight from boot camp to brunch.

#3: Perfect your ponytail

Yes, you’re exercising, but that doesn’t mean your hair shouldn’t look cute. The classic ponytail is the perfect choice as it keeps hair off your face and can be easily freshened up after your sesh with some dry shampoo. Instead of tying your pony with your usual black elastic, try styling it up with an accessory such as the Lady Jayne Sports Luxe Pony Snap. This sleek hair tie is made of faux leather so your hair will look chic but won’t budge an inch.

#4: Long-lasting sun protection

These days, there are a plethora of sunscreen options: sprays, creams, lotions, roll-ons… This means that a) you have no excuse not to wear it, and b) you can match your sunscreen to suit your outdoor activity. When it comes to exercising outdoors, choose a water- and sweat-resistant spray sunscreen for quick and easy application and long-lasting protection. We like the Banana Boat Sport Cool-Zone SPF50+. It’s a clear spray sunscreen that’s enriched with aloe to instantly cool and refresh the skin while providing high protection.

#5: On-the-go H2O

If you’re going to be carrying around a water bottle (like, say, when you’re hiking), grab yourself one with a handle. The Décor Pumped Stainless Steel Bottle with Flipseal Lid ($13.99, www.decor.com.au) features a leaver carry handle, so it’s super simple to tote around. It also has a leak-proof seal so you don’t have to worry about spills in your gym bag.