I remember how my grandmother use to work on her garden from sun up to sun down. Let me tell you, she was in great shape. If you are hauling mulch, spreading soil, raking leaves, or pulling weeds, you’re guaranteed to sweat….a lot. Doing yard work works all your major muscle groups. Even something as simple as planting flowers involves squatting, which engages your legs for support, your core muscles for balance, and your arms and shoulders for digging. Even something as simple as mowing your grass with a walk behind lawn mower requires walking and pushing. So if you can’t make it to the gym, get outside and do some yard work……a workout is a workout no matter how you get it.