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Perspective Newsletters
Winter 2005
6 FUN FITNESS ACTIVITIES...
Page 4
by Kathy Burns-Millyard
The Health and Fitness Information Network
http://www.health-and-fitness-information.com
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.
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.
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 turn, helps you get excited about doing other exercise
for fitness activities.
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.
Tennis Anyone?
Tennis is not only a fun sport, but also a great way to exercise. You do not have
to be a Venice Williams 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.
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.
VCR
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.
So go out and get active, have fun, and work
on getting or staying fit!
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