Staying healthy and fit doesn't have to be boring, expensive, or hard. If you make it fun, you're more likely to stick to it. Below are some ideas and tips that will help make eating healthy and working out more enjoyable.
#1 - Work Out in Groups
Ask your friends, brothers, and sisters to work out with you. Even ask your parents. Schedule a time during the week when you all are available. Each week, take turns picking out the activity you'd like the group to do.
#2 - Go Outside
Some exercise routines are done indoors with treadmills and weights. However, outdoor activities can be more effective than an indoor workout. Try: bike riding, roller blading, tennis, soccer, baseball, football, basketball, and walking. In some cases, such as walking outdoors, you will burn more calories than you would on a machine. If the weather is nice and you can get to the beach, you can increase the intensity of your workout by walking in the sand.
#3 - Eat at Home
Fast food and eating out can ruin your entire healthy routine for the week. Instead of always going out to eat, try making a healthy, home-cooked meal. Invite friends to join you. You'll have more fun, save money, and eat healthier if you make good choices.
#4 - Mix Up Your Routine
Don't always exercise using the same schedule. You'll get bored very quickly. Do a variety of exercises each week that work out different muscle groups, but don't always repeat the same activities. For example: instead of always walking, mix in some bike riding, or playing a sport, or following a yoga video on YouTube.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
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