Just because the weather is turning cooler does not mean that you need to give up your outdoor activities. With the exception of maybe open water swimming, (unless you are Tim Williams who continues to swim at Brighton Beach each morning) you can continue with just about every other outdoor activity that you enjoy during the summer months by simply making a few slight modifications to your clothing.

For those who enjoy tennis, golf, cycling and running, adding another clothing layer should suffice. Early morning joggers and cyclists, however, should also consider purchasing long fingered gloves and toe booties to layer on top of your cycling shoes.

Now is also the perfect time of year to head out to the farmer’s market and stock up on seasonal fruits and vegetables. Squash and root vegetables are abundant during the fall months and are a unique and healthy option to add to your diet.

A low calorie option to pasta is spaghetti squash. It is easily prepared in the microwave or it can be baked in the oven.  It is very tasty and provides enough fuel for you to continue the outdoor activities that you love so much.

For a green market near you check out the list by visiting:  http://www.grownyc.org/ourmarkets.

Happy fall!