- Super Easy
Ways To Exercise
By Lynn Bode
According to the American Institute
of Reboundology, two of the top 10 reasons people don't exercise
are exercise boredom and perception that exercise is too difficult.
But, in reality, both of these objections really are just myths
based on bad information or previous bad experiences.
Fitting in exercise time can
be incredibly easy and even enjoyable. Below are list of some
of the easiest ways to workout and in some cases even have fun
while doing it.
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1. Outdoor lawn work. Such things as pushing a lawn mower,
raking leaves and gardening are all beneficial, low impact ways
to burn some calories.
2. Table tennis (ping-pong). If you are like most of us, you've
probably played table tennis some time in your life either battling
a sibling or friend as a child or at a social party as an adult.
It keeps you on your feet and moving about so it ranks as an
easy and fun way to get in a little exercise.
3. Cleaning windows. Raise your hand if your windows are
less than "clear"! Sure, cleaning windows is not the
most fun activity but one that almost all of us need to do a
few times a year. Next time you dread the thought of window cleaning
time, remember it's another way to burn calories and work your
upper body. |
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4. Stair climbing. If you've got a flight of stairs in
your home or nearby, then you have an instant, inexpensive piece
of fitness equipment. Simply walking up a flight of stairs and
back down (even at a slow pace), and repeating that sequence
for just 5-10 minutes will give you a very effective workout.
5. Pass time efficiently. Waiting for a pot to boil? Try some
standing wall push-ups while you wait.
6. If you spend many weekends
or evenings watching a child play a sport, utilize that time
for some of your own workout time. Instead of plopping down in
a chair for the duration, take a long walk around the field several
times or just small paces back and forth. Any movement is more
beneficial than sitting.
7. During television commercials, get down on the floor and alternate
doing sit-ups and leg lifts. You'll be amazed at how many repetitions
you can fit in during the commercials of a half hour show.
8. Help others while you help
yourself. Sign-up for
several charity fitness events throughout the year. This doesn't
have to be a strenuous race. There are many fun-walk events throughout
the country that let you even participate with family members.
The event itself will help you meet fitness objectives and if
you spend some time training for it in advance then you'll reap
even more benefits.
Remember, you should always consult
your physician before trying any new exercise programs. |
