Walking 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week is a special delight in the fall — when sights, smells, and sounds create a sensory trifecta. Nature is going out in a blaze of glory, about to take a much-needed winter’s rest, so appreciate these gifts while you can:

• Reflections look more dramatic. Go to a park with a body of water and watch fiery, rippling hues on the surface.

• Rain smells better. Head out after a cool autumn shower and practice steady, deep breaths as you walk. You’ll improve your performance while enjoying the earthy, fresh smell of rain on fallen leaves.

• Sunsets blaze brighter. Filtered through a kaleidoscope of colorful leaves, no other season delivers the golden splendor of autumn’s setting sun.

Consider the falling leaves nature’s welcome mat and walk in the crisp, fresh air.