I don't know about you, but running can get very mundane! Not only that, but if you keep doing the same workout time after time, your body will soon get very used to it and honestly, it just won't work anymore! Some think a summer stroll can count as a workout. While yes, it's better than sitting around, there are a few things you can do to really spice it up!
Kayaking:
Calories Burned: 340/hour
Benefits: Helps sculpt your upper body! Think of the rotating motion! The resistance of the water helps build shoulders, triceps, biceps, etc!
Hiking:
Calories Burned: 400/hour
Benefits: Cardio, cardio, cardio people! Hiking not only is a WONDERFUL cardio exercise it helps strengthen the leg muscles! Go grab a backpack, load it up, then grab a friend, a loved one or just your ipod, and hike away! Not sure where to start your hike? Check out this site and find a local trail!
http://www.trails.com/
Speedminton:
Calories Burned: 400/hour
Benefits: Now you may be saying, "WTF mate?!" Well, let me tell you! I had no idea what the heck it was! It's like tennis, badminton and racquetball! Rather than trying to explain it, here's some info for you to check out! It's a game for anyone anywhere!
http://www.speedmintonusa.com/
Cycling:
Calories Burned: 500-700/hour
Benefits: Tell me, what's better than jumping on a bike and touring around your own town?! Plus remember, cardio, cardio, cardio!! This helps build stronger legs which in turn can also help your running (Should you want to run!)
Rollerblading:
Calories Burned: 816/hour
Benefits: What I love about running is the fact that it sculpts your butt and thighs! What I love about rollerblading, it does the same thing without hurting your knees! Just go find a parking lot somewhere and do circles! You don't need to be a pro, just be willing to fall and get back up!
Well, there ya go folks! What's great about most of these, is the ability to do it alone or with a friend! So go find a workout buddy, whether it's human or ipod, and get going, together!
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