Thursday, November 19, 2009

Ways To Have Fun with Exercise

By Gerrad Mills

So, you probably already know the importance of exercise. You might even already be doing it, but you're starting to get bored with your program. Exercise can be monotonous if you're always doing the same thing. Also, lots of programs have everything exactly listed out in the most efficient way to reach your goals in the shortest amount of time, so you end up doing the same thing all the time, and it may not even be something you really enjoy doing.

If you stop and think what you're telling yourself by trying to do the most efficient exercise program when you don't enjoy it, you'll realize you need to change. The unspoken message is that you just want to meet a certain goal and then you'll stop doing it. Seriously, why would you continue doing something you didn't enjoy for the rest of your life? You have to find ways to make exercise more fun. Then you'll enjoy it more, maybe even look forward to doing it, and you won't have to worry about how efficient it is. You'll have something you'll stick to throughout your life because now you've changed it from a boring, tedious task into a fun, enjoyable lifestyle.

Try finding beautiful parks to run in. Changing up the scenery often can make your jog more enjoyable. Instead of staring at the clock when you run, try running a certain distance. Find somebody to run with and start adding in sprints to modify it up. Hear good music and change it every so often, so you are able to actually get into a good straightforward perspective.

Get a cycle and go for bike rides. Find trails to use that make it more engaging and delightful. Get your folks to go with you and make it a fun family outing. Pack a picnic and ride to a picnic spot. Spend a few hours eating, lying on a blanket, or playing Frisbee together and then ride back home.

Get outside and play with your kids. Try playing tag, football, or other games that require physical activity. Take them to a park and get on the monkey bars with them. Do some pull ups while you're there. Try to do things that make exercise a part of your family life. It can be really fun and rewarding and take the monotony out of your routines.

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