| 7 Fun Fitness Activities...
Exercising and staying fit doesn't have to mean hard work. Simply
being active will help you get or stay in good shape. So with
that
said, here are some enjoyable activities that can help with
your
fitness goals too.
1. Bicycling - When you ask many adults when the last time they
rode a
bike is, they cannot answer. Although bicycling is a favorite
pastime, many adults do not take advantage of this great option
for
exercise. Not only does bike riding exercise the body and build
a
stronger cardiovascular system, it allows you to get out and
enjoy
nature, fresh air, and see new sites.
2. Jogging or Walking - Both jogging and walking are GREAT ways
to get
fit. Not only do they tone the muscles, relieve stress, create
a
healthier heart, and improve lung capability, they make you
look
wonderful, which in turns helps you get excited about doing
other
exercise for fitness activities.
3. Swimming - Swimming is an excellent way to get into and stay
in
shape. If you do not own a pool, many high schools have aquatic
centers, or there is always the YWCA or YMCA, or your local
gym. Many
offer water aerobic classes that will help you tighten your
body, lose
weight, and get a good overall workout.
4. Tennis Anyone? - Tennis is not only a fun sport, but also
a great
way to exercise. You do not have to be a professional to play
- in
fact, you do not even have to be good. Just running after the
ball
alone will help get you into shape. This is a great way to strengthen
your cardiovascular system and lose weight. You can find tennis
courts in just about every city and if you would like to play
but have
no idea how, lessons are reasonable.
Tip: Raquetball is sort of a "one person tennis".
If you don't have
someone to play tennis with, or you aren't feeling sociable,
try
raquetball instead.
5. Dancing - Dancing is so much fun and whether you enjoy a
slow,
Ballroom dance or a nightclub packed with people all moving
to
heart-pumping techno, as long as you are moving, it really does
not
matter what type of dance or music. The whole idea is to move
your
body. Dancing has long been recommended as an avenue to fitness.
Tip: Belly Dancing is an excellent workout for your stomach,
waist and
hips ladies!
6. VCR or DVD - If you have a VCR or DVD, rather than just
using it
for your favorite comedy or action-packed movie, try sticking
in some
good workout tapes. Even taking 15 minutes every day to work
out will
get you started. Try that for two weeks and you will be surprised
at
the results. Once you see that 15 minutes a day makes a difference,
you will be encouraged to increase the time spent.
7. And one of my personal favorites... Yardwork! - Whether you're
pulling weeds, planting flowers, mowing the grass or chopping
wood:
All of these activities can help you get into better shape.
Don't
cheat yourself though. Using a riding mower to cut the grass
won't
help you use the muscles or get your blood pumping ;)
So go out and get active, have fun, and work on getting or
staying fit
too!
by Kathy Burns-Millyard - Kathy is a professional published
writer who covers a variety of popular topics such as health,
fitness,
decorating, and gardening.
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