Five Exercise Types You Never Thought To Try

We all know that exercise is good for us and that there are an enormous number of benefits to staying fit, healthy, and active. Sadly, too many of us were traumatized by unpleasant gym glasses at school, and this can stay with us throughout our adult lives.

Negative experiences can not only put us off exercise, but they can also lead us to believe that we are not good at certain things. In most cases, this is simply not true.

The secret to maintaining a fit, active lifestyle is finding something you love, and there are plenty of exercises you may have never previously considered.

What Are The Benefits of Exercise?

Before we take a closer look at different types of exercise, we will explore the benefits you can expect to see when you start working out regularly.

Reduced Risk of Disease

Participating in regular exercise helps reduce your risk of disease and illness, and boosts your overall health.

You can expect a stronger, healthier heart, reduced blood pressure, and reduced risk of stroke. Keeping your body healthy is the key to great overall health and wellbeing.

Maintain A Healthy Weight

Getting into a good workout routine will help you to maintain a healthy weight. This is not only more comfortable, but it also reduces your risk of a number of health conditions.

Stronger Bones

As well as building muscle, regular exercise will also increase your bone strength, and this offers benefits as you age, reducing your risk of osteoporosis and brittle bones.

Improve Your Mood

When you exercise, your body is flooded with feel-good endorphins, and these help you to feel happy, confident, and stress-free in no time.

Types of Exercise

We all know that hitting the gym is beneficial for your health, and that pounding the pavement helps you to lose weight, but what else can you do to stay in shape?

Cycling

A great way to get you from A to B, cycling also offers a range of advantages for your health. This is a great cardiovascular workout and also strengthens the glutes, hips, and thighs for a full-body experience.

Dancing

Bet you didn’t realize that when you are dancing the night away, you are also doing a great job of burning calories, building strength, and toning up.

From Latin to ballet, ballroom to street moves, dancing is a great way to get your heart rate up and get your body moving. And it has the added bonus of being a lot of fun! Load up your tunes, and start moving!

Skating

This may seem a little niche, but skating is an amazing way to get a workout, while still having plenty of fun. You can choose from roller skates to ice skating, roller derby to disco-on-wheels.

All will offer the same great core and strength training, as well as a good workout for your heart and muscles.

Swimming

Enjoy a feeling of weightlessness and the sense that you can fly whenever you hit the water.

Swimming is an incredible full-body workout that will build muscle and help you lose weight in no time. And the best part? You can do it on the beach!

Martial Arts

Why not combine getting in shape with staying safe by training in martial arts? There are a huge range of sports to choose from, and this can also be an amazing way to keep yourself protected and safe.

Final Thoughts

Getting in shape doesn’t have to be a chore. When you find the perfect workout, you can have fun while burning calories.

What’s your biggest issue? How do you handle it – or can you think of any additional tips you can share with others if you don’t have an issue with this in your life?
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Cheers, Helene Malmsio

Related Reading: Exercise For Sedentary People

Working From Home? Here’s How To Stay In Shape

It can’t be denied that there are an enormous number of benefits that come with working from home. You have more freedom, can manage your day with more independence, and can say goodbye to a grueling daily commute.

This last area, though a blessing, can also be an issue for some workers, especially if you used your daily commute to get your steps in and enjoy your daily exercise.

The transition to working from home has made it harder to stay in shape.

Fortunately, there are a number of steps that you can take to help you stay in shape, even if you are working from home. These are ideal for helping you to look better, feel stronger, and enjoy improved overall health.

Invest In A Standing Desk

One of the easiest ways to incorporate movement into your day is to invest in a standing desk. Standing desks are designed to reach a height that is comfortable, allowing you to use your laptop or computer while still moving your body.

According to experts, periods of standing each day are very good for us, and can help to improve overall health and wellbeing.

Use Your Lunch Break

Use your lunch break to get moving, even if it’s just a short walk around the block. You can find a wealth of workout and fitness videos online, so why not watch a quick HIIT workout during your lunch hour?

If you are tempted to skip your workout, get into the habit of scheduling it into your diary, just as you would a meeting. This will make it harder to ignore!

Join A Club

Another great option is to find a local club for a sport or activity that you are interested in and contact them about joining.

These events usually occur in the evenings, after work, and the commitment of being on a team is likely to keep you motivated.

This can also be a great way to meet people and combat the loneliness that can come with working from home.

Avoid The Snacks

A major obstacle to a healthy lifestyle when working from home can be the proximity to snacks. They are harder to avoid when you are not in the office.

Try swapping out calorie-heavy, sugary snacks for healthier snacks like nuts. This ensures that you are still having something healthy when you stress-eat.

Remember: everything is okay in moderation. It’s okay to have a treat now and then, but avoid doing this every day.

Find A Workout Buddy

If you struggle to stay motivated in your fitness journey, try grabbing a workout buddy to exercise with you. This can be in person, or even over a video call. Having that person increases your accountability and you are more likely to actually workout.

Final Thoughts

Working from home doesn’t mean that you have to let your health, fitness and wellbeing slide. All you need is a little determination and creativity, and you will be fighting fit in no time!

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