With summer finally in the rearview mirror, it’s hard to not get excited about autumn!

Cooler weather, outdoor activities, fall foliage, and more make this time of year a favorite of many. While fall activities are brimming with fun, they can also help you reconnect with your passions and your goals, after a (hopefully!) relaxing and leisurely summer.

Here are just a few ways to take advantage of all that fall offers to keep yourself challenged and engaged:

Get moving outside:

Now that the temps have cooled, there’s no better time than fall to recommit to your exercise goals. Autumn is perfect for running, hiking, biking and more—as you can get your workout in while enjoying beautiful weather and picturesque backdrops, both of which can keep you motivated to keep going. And exercise doesn’t just have to be for trying to drop some pounds or tone up; a healthy, active lifestyle is proven to help you stay focused and driven in other areas of your life, which can help you both personally and professionally.

Connect with nature:

While the great outdoors offer ample opportunities for exercise, they also provide space for unwinding and connecting with yourself. Head out to the local park or nature center for some yoga or meditation, or even bring along your laptop and get some work done in a setting that can fuel inspiration and creativity.

Bring fall home:

Whether or not you bring little ones along, activities like pumpkin picking and apple picking are an easy way to get into the fall spirit. While out on a farm or at a market, you can disconnect from the hustle and bustle of life, while getting some motivation for using your new finds for decorating or even cooking—which can help with concentration, relaxation and motivation!

Get growing:

Even though raking leaves can seem like a chore, outdoor activities like this allow you to take pride in your property, which can drive your confidence. Sprucing up your green spaces and doing fall planting is both therapeutic and productive—a great mix!

Focus on you:

As the weather gets chillier this fall, take some time inside to do those things you never seem to find the time for—but that you know will make you feel great when they’re done! Cleaning out closets, trying out a new recipe, organizing your workspace, teaching yourself a new skill—when you accomplish long-standing items on your to-do list, it can help you get energized.

And after a long, lazy summer, more energy might just be what we all need. So, this fall, take some time to discover a new passion, create some exciting memories and get in touch with what drives you—so the coming months can be a success!