A walk on a treadmill or a walk in the park? Either one will get you fit, but the walk in the park may make you feel a whole lot better!

Research confirms it: Exercising in a green environment puts you in a better frame of mind than working out in a sterile gym. Go figure!

The Green Scene
In a study, people walked on a treadmill and viewed pictures of urban areas or images of rural scenes with lots of green spaces. The result? Besides bringing down blood pressure, viewing the green scenery improved energy and activity levels, raised self-esteem, and boosted mood. (Read how going green indoors is good for your health, too.)

Loving Life
Here's more on living the happy life:

• All work and no play . . . can make you a real stress case. Find out why vacations are so important to your well-being.
• Train yourself to be an optimist. You'll be happier and healthier. Here's how to do it.
• Find out what scientists say is the key to happiness.

Check out the smile-on-your-face tips, articles, and tools in the RealAge Mind and Mood Center.