Health and fitness is suddenly on top of everyone’s priorities, especially now with the rising number of medical conditions arising from obesity in children and adults alike. It is actually good that people from all over the world are realizing that their life is precious and they want to live longer for the sake of their children. If you have been overweight or obese all your life, you may be starting to take on physical activities on a regular basis and consuming healthier food nowadays.
If you are dead serious about losing weight fast and keeping it off, you need to engage in a fitness regimen for a considerable amount of time. You may encounter some budget constraints which can limit your choices in terms of physical activity, or you easily get bored with routine. If you cannot afford the monthly gym membership or are simply unmotivated by any exercise machine at home, you can try these activities to help you get started or resume your fitness regimen.
Zumba dancing
This is a high intensity, Latin-inspired dance class that’s sweeping the globe by storm. Regardless of what country you are in, you will find that a zumba dance class is offered in some gym. It is so popular nowadays that even company organizations hold a weekly zumba session for its employees to foster work-life balance, camaraderie, fellowship, and of course fitness and health. You may find dance classes being offered for children and adults alike in your local community centre for a minimal fee or free. You don’t need special gear or equipment, just a good pair of non-slip shoes, light clothing, some upbeat music, a good teacher and a handful of aficionados to dance with.
Marathons or triathlons
This is for the absolute fitness fanatic who aims to push oneself to the limit and get fit in the process. More and more of these events are sponsored by different organizations, more often by not for a certain cause. You need to train for these events because of the unbelievable toll it can take on your body. You will need durable shoes for marathons, and of course a trusty bike for triathlons, on top of appropriate gear for running and swimming. It may take a good deal of training to get you prepared for these events, but the fulfilment and the high you get when you finish one is definitely something incomparable other fitness activities.
Yoga
There are many kinds to choose from – vinyasa and ashtanga, among others. They are taught by certified yogis who even train in India. This type of fitness activity helps you become a lot flexible, toned and strengthens your core over time, but many people engage in yoga primarily because they want to learn breathing exercises for relaxation and meditation. People who have been into yoga for several years are enjoying fit and toned bodies despite a non-restrictive diet, as well as peace and a sound mind.
Dragon boat racing
This activity may not be available anywhere but for those who have tried it, this is the fitness activity to beat. It involves a race of several boats with several rowers led by someone who bangs a drum and they all have to row at the same time to the move of the beat. This definitely requires immense upper body strength. Just like any other race, finishing one first provides a heady kind of fulfilment. A lot of people from coastal cities in the tropics enjoy this sport.
There are certainly countless options for fitness activities, and it depends on your location and climate, but a lot can be done in enclosed spaces as well. You may have other ideas for fitness activities so why not add to this list?
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Minnie Alterman has joined her first marathon and came out feeling spent like she’s never had before, but equally fulfilled and amazed that she can pull it off. Read her experience on her site.
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