20 Outdoor Workout Ideas for 75 Hard (Any Weather)

20 Outdoor Workout Ideas for 75 Hard (Any Weather)

FORGE - Habits & Fitness

FORGE - Habits & Fitness Team

December 25, 20254 min read

The outdoor workout requirement is where many 75 Hard participants struggle. Rain, snow, extreme heat—none of it matters. You still need to get outside for at least 45 minutes.

Here are 20 outdoor workout ideas that work in virtually any condition.

Walking Workouts (Low Impact)

1. Power Walk

Simple but effective. Walk at a brisk pace that elevates your heart rate. Great for recovery days or when you're dealing with soreness.

2. Incline Walk

Find hills in your neighborhood or use stadium stairs. Walking uphill dramatically increases the intensity.

3. Ruck Walk

Wear a weighted backpack (start with 10-20 lbs). This transforms a simple walk into a serious workout.

Running Workouts

4. Easy Run

Conversational pace running. Build your aerobic base without burning out.

5. Interval Training

Alternate between hard running and recovery. Example: 1 minute fast, 2 minutes easy, repeat.

6. Fartlek Run

Unstructured speed play. Sprint to a tree, jog to a mailbox, run medium pace to the corner.

7. Long Slow Distance

Go further than usual at an easy pace. Great for building mental toughness.

Bodyweight Circuits

8. Park Bench Workout

  • Step-ups: 15 each leg
  • Incline push-ups: 15 reps
  • Tricep dips: 15 reps
  • Box jumps: 10 reps
  • Repeat 4 rounds

9. Playground Workout

Use monkey bars for pull-ups, swings for core work, and open space for sprints.

10. Stairs Workout

Find outdoor stairs and do:

  • Run up, walk down x 10
  • Lateral step-ups x 20 each side
  • Stair jumps x 10
  • Calf raises on edge x 20

Sports and Activities

11. Basketball

Shooting around counts, but playing pickup games is even better.

12. Tennis/Pickleball

Great for cardio and agility. Can be played in most weather.

13. Swimming (Outdoor Pool or Lake)

Full-body workout that's easy on joints.

14. Cycling

Road biking, mountain biking, or just cruising around the neighborhood.

15. Hiking

Nature trails provide varied terrain and mental benefits.

Bad Weather Options

16. Garage Workout with Door Open

Technically outdoors if the garage door is fully open and you're exposed to outside air.

17. Covered Patio/Porch Workout

Jump rope, bodyweight exercises, or yoga under a covered area.

18. Mall Walking (If Outdoor Areas)

Some malls have outdoor sections that qualify.

19. Snow Shoveling

Functional fitness at its finest. Clearing snow is a legitimate workout.

20. Rain Run

Embrace the elements. Running in rain builds mental toughness—the whole point of 75 Hard.

Weather-Specific Tips

Cold Weather

  • Layer properly: base layer, insulating layer, wind-blocking outer layer
  • Cover extremities: hat, gloves, warm socks
  • Warm up inside before heading out
  • Keep moving to maintain body heat

Hot Weather

  • Go early morning or late evening
  • Bring extra water
  • Wear light, breathable clothing
  • Know the signs of heat exhaustion

Rain

  • Avoid cotton (stays wet and cold)
  • Wear a hat to keep rain out of eyes
  • Embrace getting wet—it's just water
  • Have dry clothes ready for after

Snow/Ice

  • Wear appropriate footwear with traction
  • Shorten stride to maintain balance
  • Walk if running is unsafe
  • Clear a path if necessary

The Mental Game

Remember: the outdoor workout requirement exists specifically because it's inconvenient. When you don't want to go outside, that's exactly when the mental growth happens.

Some perspective:

  • Military personnel train in all conditions
  • Professional athletes don't get weather days
  • Your ancestors survived without climate control

You can handle 45 minutes outside.

Making It Count

To ensure your outdoor workout qualifies:

  • Full 45 minutes (not 44, not "close enough")
  • Actually outside (not watching from inside a garage)
  • Active movement (sitting on a park bench doesn't count)
  • Continuous—breaks are fine, but stay outside

Planning for Success

  • Check the weather the night before
  • Have appropriate gear ready
  • Schedule your outdoor workout when conditions are best
  • Have a backup location (different park, different neighborhood)

Track both workouts with FORGE and never miss a day. Log your outdoor sessions, indoor training, and watch your 75 Hard progress grow.

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