Personal Outdoor Style
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OOD
(Out of Doors)
There’s one thing and one thing only we all want to do to take advantage of the season: Get outside. Whether you’re feeling like a windswept hike, a sunny meadow meander, or a lakeside retreat, spending time outside boosts your mood and your wellness no matter your personal brand. So choose your personality below, feel empowered with plant-based protein, and set your status to OOD (that’s out of doors, of course).
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Look, after a *long* season cooped up indoors, there’s one thing and one thing only we all want to do as the temps warm up: Get outside. Whether you’re feeling like a windswept hike, a sunny meadow meander, or a lakeside retreat, spending time outside boosts your mood and your wellness no matter your personal brand. So choose your personality below, feel empowered with plant-based protein, and set your status to OOD (that’s out of doors, of course).
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What do you see?
Close your eyes and picture your perfect nature scene.
A high altitude lake reflecting a sea of clouds
A windswept rocky canyon
A mountain meadow blooming with flowers
Close your eyes and picture your perfect nature scene
What’s your plan?
It’s your first day of vacation.
A sunset dip in the lake with friends after a sweaty hike
A morning yoga sesh to watch the sunrise
A solo kayak session to collect my thoughts
A morning yoga sesh to collect my thoughts
A solo mountainside kayak session
It’s your first day of vacation
Which one will you sign up for?
Group workout this weekend!
Group hike to an Instagrammable view
Going for a walking tour around my local park
Breathing exercises, followed by a paddle about the lake
A day of self care sounds like...
Picnicking and planning my next group adventure
A yoga sesh with extra savasana
Solo hiking up a nearby route with my go-to snacks in tow
What’s number one on your packing list?
You’ve got a weekend trip coming up.
My camera, so I can document all the new spots I find
Hiking boots are always a must
If I have my journal (and a map, of course), I’m good
You’ve got a weekend trip coming up
what’s number one on your packing list?
which nature break has the power to turn your day around?
When you’re stressed,
Going for a midday adventure aka walking to a new coffee shop
Finding a peaceful place for a quick yoga flow
Nothing a few minutes of alone time in my backyard can’t fix
When you’re stressed
What’s your overall OOD outlook?
If there’s a sunset or a view, I’m already there
*Always* looking for my next adventure
Nature, for me, means living at total ease
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“Trust yourself and listen to what works for you.”
“Pot some plants if you’re able, find a local park to explore, take your meals outside whenever possible, sleep under the stars sometimes, if you can,”
“That might mean wearing something that feels good on your body or setting a pace different from those you’re adventuring with,” Russell says. “Trust yourself and listen to what works for you.”
“Pot some plants if you’re able, find a local park to explore, take your meals outside whenever possible, sleep under the stars sometimes, if you can,” Russell says. “There is no one way to be ‘outdoorsy’—all you’ve gotta do is go outside.”
1. Start however you can
2. Do what feels comfortable and safe for you
“Want to get into trail running or hiking or climbing, but don’t want to go alone?” Russell asks. “There are some awesome outdoor groups online that make great catalysts for new friendships with other folks who enjoy the same activities you do - and can help you feel a deserved sense of welcome and belonging outside.”
3. Find your community
From Noël Russell
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“The feeling of walking far—one step in front of another—allows me to focus on the simple things: my breath, the small wildflower blooms along the trail, the way the breeze feels on my cheeks, the sound of the chickadees echoing through the pines,” she says. “Whether it's the crunch of my boots on the ground or the splash of my paddle through the water’s surface, it’s the rhythm of these activities that lull me into a place of centering—a feeling of connection with myself and the space around me.”
The outdoors offers stunning views and plenty of opportunities to get your heart racing, sure, but for you it’s all about the mental-wellness benefits. Whether you’re spending an afternoon kayaking in a lake or hiking a mountain, nothing can clear and calm your mind quite like nature—and digital marketing professional and outdoors lover Noël Russell totally agrees.
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Mountain Meditator
YOUR RESULT:
When you’re planning your next outdoor meditation sesh, don’t forget to pack a seriously tasty Vanilla Bean EVOLVE® Plant Protein Shake, which packs in 20 grams of pea protein, 10 grams of fiber, and no artificial flavors. It’s the perfect companion for all your outdoor adventures, so you can truly let your mind (and your body) wander.
“Online videos are a goldmine of information on how to get started,”
“When you have someone else to learn from or learn with, it makes all the difference,”
“Perhaps you have big goals of climbing mountains but you don’t have much experience outside yet. Take one small step forward,” Shipe says. “Start with [short] hikes, and as you get comfortable with those, it will allow you to feel confident taking the next step towards your bigger goal.”
“When you have someone else to learn from or learn with, it makes all the difference,” Shipe says. “If you don’t know anyone yet, look into local clubs or meet-up groups, or consider taking a course (they can be a great way to meet new people with similar interests!).”
1. Find a mentor
2. Take one step at a time
“Online videos are a goldmine of information on how to get started,” Shipe says. “Just be mindful that the information you are taking in comes from a reputable source. Ultimately, taking a little time to be a student will help you feel more confident as you step out of your comfort zone.”
3. Do your research
From Arielle Shipe
When you’re prepping for your next outdoor adventure (try exploring a new park or planning a stargazing excursion—bonus points if you pencil in some barefoot time for extra grounding vibes), don’t forget to bring a delish EVOLVE® Double Chocolate Plant Protein Shake. With 20 grams of plant-based protein, 10 grams of fiber, and no artificial flavors, it’ll be your on-the-go essential wherever your adventurous spirit leads you.
“To me, nature is an anchor,” says Shipe. “The lives most of us live are so fast-paced these days that it can feel easy to get lost. Time outdoors anchors me back into my own nature and helps me remember what’s important.”
Beach vacations are great and all, but fresh-air yoga flows and long walks are more your jam. Spending time outdoors helps you stay grounded, and connecting with nature can help you feel more connected to yourself—like it does for yoga teacher and holistic nutritionist Arielle Shipe.
the grounded adventurer
“YouTube is a goldmine of information on how to get started,”
“YouTube is a goldmine of information on how to get started,” Shipe says. “Just be mindful that the information you are taking in comes from a reputable source. Ultimately, taking a little time to be a student will help you feel more confident as you step out of your comfort zone.”
When you’re prepping for your next outdoor adventure (try exploring a new park or planning a stargazing excursion—bonus points if you pencil in some barefoot time for extra grounding vibes), don’t forget to bring a delish Double Chocolate EVOLVE® Plant Protein Shake. With 20 grams of plant-based protein, 10 grams of fiber for gut-health support, and no artificial flavors, it’ll be your on-the-go essential wherever your adventurous spirit leads you.
“Make an effort to go for short walks every day,” Kee says. “Don’t get down on yourself if you’re not summiting mountains, that’s not what it’s all about. Even a hangout in the park can do wonders.”
“Sign up for meetups and group guided trips,”
“Sign up online and become a member of outdoor-driven nonprofits, get informed, and donate your time,” Kee says. “Head into the local climbing gym, sign up for classes. Don’t be shy—the outdoor community is full of friendly faces.”
1. Commit your time
2. Go easy on yourself
“Sign up for meetups and group guided trips,” she says. “I have been hosting retreats since 2015 and the one thing that blows my mind the most is how many people meet someone on the retreat they feel like is a long-lost sibling or best friend.”
3. Use social media
“Sign up online and become a member of outdoor-driven nonprofits, get informed, and donate your time,”
From Meg Kee
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“Spending time outdoors is the purpose of life,” she says. “Hiking through the hills, looking up to the tops of the trees and into the sky generates an ability to see further into myself, to feel close to home and humbled.”
Finding the next-coolest spot to hike is your number one OOD (ahem, out of doors) prerogative. Whether it’s to take your friends on a (totally worth it) morning workout or simply snap some nature shots for your travel ‘gram, you’re all for making the climb if there’s a view involved. And you wouldn’t find Meg Kee—climbing guide, wilderness first responder, and founder of Mountain Girls outdoor community—anywhere other than going uphill.
The Sunset Seeker
Your Result:
Consider plant protein shakes the perfect throw-in-your-bag companion for all your outdoor adventures. With 20 grams of plant-based pea protein and 10 grams of fiber, as well as calcium, iron, vitamin C, and zinc, Berry Medley EVOLVE® Plant-Based Protein Shake is a delicious option that will help you feel like your best self the whole way through.