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6 Fun Fitness Activities...

Exercisingand staying fit doesn't have to mean hard work. Simply being active will helpyou get or stay in good shape. So with that said, here are some enjoyableactivities that can help with your fitness goals too.

Bicycling

When you ask many adults when the last timethey rode a bike is, they cannot answer. Although bicycling is a favoritepastime, many adults do not take advantage of this great option for exercise.Not only does bike riding exercise the body and build a stronger cardiovascularsystem, 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 toget fit. Not only do they tone the muscles, relieve stress, create a healthierheart, and improve lung capability, they make you look wonderful, which inturns helps you get excited about doing other exercise for fitness activities.

Swimming

Swimming is an excellent way to get intoand stay in shape. If you do not own a pool, many high schools have aquaticcenters, or there is always the YWCA or YMCA, or your local gym. Many offerwater aerobic classes that will help you tighten your body, lose weight, andget a
good overall workout.

Tennis Anyone?

Tennis is not only a fun sport, but also agreat way to exercise. You do not have to be a Venice Williams to play; infact, you do not even have to be good. Just running after the ball alone willhelp get you into shape. This is a great way to strengthen your cardiovascular systemand lose weight. You can find tennis courts in just about every city and if youwould like to play but have no idea how, lessons are reasonable.

Tip: Raquetball is sort of a "oneperson tennis". If you don't have someone to play tennis with, or youaren't feeling sociable, try raquetball instead.

Dancing

Dancing is so much fun and whether youenjoy a slow, Ballroom dance or a nightclub packed with people all moving toheart-pumping techno, as long

as you are moving, it really does not matter whattype of dance or music. The whole idea is to move your body. Dancing has longbeen recommended as an avenue to fitness.

Tip: Belly Dancing is an excellent workoutfor your stomach, waist and hips ladies!

VCR

If you have a VCR or DVD , rather than just using it for yourfavorite 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 fortwo weeks and you will be surprised at the results. Once you see that 15minutes a day makes a difference, you will be encouraged to increase the timespent.

And one of my personal favorites...Yardwork!

Whether you're pulling weeds, plantingflowers, mowing the grass or chopping wood: All of these activities can helpyou get into better shape. Don't cheat yourself though. Using a riding mower tocut the grass won't help you use the muscles or get your blood pumping ;)

So go out and get active, have fun, andwork on getting or staying fit too!

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