Enjoy the Benefits of Daylight Savings in 4 Simple Ways

Studies show spending time outside each day, for at least 15 minutes, especially during the sunnier months leads to a happier disposition.

If it’s something you find hard to fit into your day, daylight savings gives you extra time to soak up the sun and spend more time using your outdoor spaces.

We explore some fun ways to enjoy all that an extra hour in the day has to offer for spending time outdoors.

1. Hosting backyard bbq bonanzas

Once you’ve transformed your outdoor space to be an entertaining hub with outdoor lounges and spacious decking, now is the time to make the most of it by hosting your neighbours for a block party. A quick tip would be to look into composite decking for your backyard as composite decking is easy to maintain and not too much hassle to clean after a party. Shop around the local composite decking providers for some cheap composite decking offers.

It’s a great way to have people drop by and enjoy the simple delights that come with a BBQ and are quickly cooked in bulk. Organise some games, play some music and enjoy spending that extra hour of daylight with good cheer. 

If the celebration goes longer, pop on outdoor lights and continue socialising and getting to know your neighbours.

2. Exercising outdoors

Finding time for exercise can be difficult when you’re a busy parents, have work commitments and running a household can make it a real struggle.

Exercising in your home’s outdoor spaces is ideal for staying healthy and making the most of an area you meticulously care for. Make it even more fun by inviting friends to exercise with you and to help keep you on track.

Studies show that exercising in groups helps maximise and motivate your session’s intensity. Whether you have natural turf or artificial lawn, grab your electronic device, load a yoga video, or pull out weights or a medicine ball for some simple yet effective exercises.

3. Crafting with kids

Daylight savings is the ideal time to embrace a little flexibility with the children and let them spend more time in the yard having fun experiences rather than going to bed while it’s still light.

Some ways to make the most of this extra outdoor time consider messy painting activities with balls, camping in your yard, nature hunts and hosting a game of giant Jenga.

4. Get creative with an outdoor project

When there’s more time to spend outdoors in daylight, it’s an ideal time to begin a new project with the whole family. Bonding with your family is a great time to build an edible garden as an ongoing project. 

Visit your local garden nursery, let each person choose their favourite vegetable or fruit and plant them, water and continue to look after them.

Making the most of the extra sunlight time is not only a great way to bond with your family, get to know your neighbours and enjoy the best of the outdoor space you have meticulously created.